Hello and welcome to the House of Chrome.

  You are looking at a classic Shure 51 model dynamic microphone with clean smooth lines that was one of the more famous mics in the early Shure Brothers line up. This particular example shown sounds like new with a strong, clear signal and zero issues. It should be noted that the impedance switch on this mic works perfectly as well. The mic comes with a vintage cable in which to operate.

 This particular Shure 51 was manufactured in Evanston, ILL sometime between 1956 and 1960. The earlier Chicago model 51 was made between 1949 to 1956 and Shure eventually changed the look of the Shure 51 in 1960 changing the lower pistol grip and putting black silk screens inside instead of the early red silk screens. After 1964 Shure changed the model to the black foam screens. I believe Shure Brothers stopped manufacturing this mic in 1969 or 1970. These mics have a little weight to them being almost 2 pounds. The 51 has clean, deco styling with elegant looks and was a favorite microphone used for several years by musical legend Nat King Cole earlier in his career as seen in pictures # 2. 

 Again, this is the Evanston, Illinois model

 Pic # 3 is of an old Shure mic catalog I have showing the 51 and it's basic characteristics.

 This Shure 51 has the satin chrome finish with red silk screens that really pop. It's an all metal construction making the mic quite rugged and they have a bit of weight to them.

 These Shure 51 mics have a dirtier "rockabilly" tone that many musicians like to replicate today. It's got a dirty sound. Very mid range and bright. If that is the sound you are going for then you are going to like this mic. The Shure 51 is an omni-directional microphone. Void of any bass really and excellent as a harp mic.

 This Shure 51 isn't physically perfect but it's pretty darn nice.

 The satin chrome finish has zero deep scratches. Just a couple scuff marks as seen in the pictures provided. The ribs are straight with no fractures or dents. The joint mechanism holds strong like it should as well and can be tightened as needed with a screw driver. The front inner red silk screen has zero holes, rips or odors but there is some discoloration here and there. The Shure label looks as good as the day the mic was sold. I'd rate this mic an easy 8 + on a scale of 1 - 10 though many would rate higher.

 The threading for the stand is excellent as is for the cable.

 Included is the vintage 3 pin model cable with male 1/4 inch end connector. The cable is soft, pliable and free of damage. 16 feet of length gives you quite a bit of room to work with. 

 This mic will screw onto any microphone desk or floor stand you might be using.

        MICROPHONE STAND SHOWN IS NOT PART OF THIS SALE...USED FOR DISPLAY PURPOSES ONLY.

  If you need a reliable Shure 51 model...this is your mic and if you need a matching stand please just ask and I'll show you what I have listed. I do combine shipping as well.

                   As with all my vintage microphones...

  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 re-listed. Domestic buyer will get priority shipping.

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