Vintage 1940's Shure 55 / 55S dynamic microphone satin chrome w S-36 desk stand Elvis 55S # 9

       Hello and welcome to The House of Chrome.

 You are looking at a beautiful 1940's era Shure Brothers 55 model (1st generation) dynamic cardioid microphone often referred to as the "Fatboy" made famous by several musicians including a young Elvis Presley himself. Classic, clean deco lines give this mic the attention it deserves. This 55 made it's debut in 1939 and had a run of 11 years until the second generation of smaller 55S model mics came along in 1951. This 55 has a cast zinc body with a glossy satin chrome finish. It comes with the period Shure S-36 model stand in which to display.

 Pic # 2 shows this very model in an old 1940's catalog I have along with it's basic specs.

 Pic # 3 shows a young Elvis using the 55 while performing live. It was his go to mic for many years.

 It should be noted that almost every 55 out there currently is not capable of being used for any purpose as the original elements are just wore out or non-working. I very rarely ever get a hold of a good working and this 55 mic is one of them. It has the original element but it's just old and tired. This would make an excellent display piece however anywhere it sits in your home, studio or office and they rarely come this nice.

 The 55 model had the adjustable impedance switch on the bottom rear of the head of the mic while the 55A, 55B and 55C did not have that switch and all had factory settings of high, Med and Low impedance. 

 This particular 55 has extremely lite wear and certainly way above average compared to most 55 Fatboy's you'll come across on Ebay. The ribs are free of any fractures or dents. There are no engravings but there are a few scratches and a couple scuff marks. Both the front and rear silk screens are evenly colored and look very nice with zero holes or rips. The satin chrome finish has an incredible luster and but Shure badge shows typical wear. Still completely legible however. I would rate the mic a true 8 on a scale of 1 - 10. 

 This 55 comes with original hardware and unlike too many 55's for sale on Ebay, this one still has the original front and rear grills. No mix matching on my mics. The stand thread still screws onto any stand you choose to use and the joint mechanism holds strong. 

 You'll notice that the mic comes with a very nice period S-36 microphone desk stand. This is an all aluminum stand that has a very nice painted finish and compliments the mic very well and makes for a very stable platform. Shure made this stand from 1939 up until 1960. It's a Chicago made stand so it's pre 1956.

 The stand has the front emblem but the painted insignia is worn away it comes with a brass mounting bolt. The 5 rubber pads were missing so 5 felt pads were used as replacements and work very well.

 There are no dents, fractures or corrosion on the stand and it's even nicer than the mic. With the mic on top it's appx 10 inches tall X 5 inches wide X 7 inches deep. 

 This is going to look very nice anywhere it's displayed.

         And as always...

  I can promise you will be happy with it for the price paid. If not...I have a no hassle return policy. The shipping will be on you as I believe that's fair but the purchase price would be refunded. Simply return in the same nice condition...period. Check my rating. International buyers are welcome as well. Buyer must pay within 24 hours or an unpaid case will be opened and item relisted. Domestic buyer will get priority shipping.

  If you have any questions feel free to ask and...thanks for looking.