The Shure S-36 was built between 1939 and 1960 before being discontinued. The S36 was a very modern design that was sleek and had a deco influence. It's made of aluminum and makes for a very stable platform for just about any mic used.
The 55S series mic was introduced in 1951 and was the smaller version of the 55 "Fatboy" sold during the 1940's. The 55S was sold until the late 1970's until it evolved into the 55SH and was then discontinued.
The 55S series mic was introduced in 1951 and was the smaller version of the 55 "Fatboy" sold during the 1940's. The 55S was sold until the late 1970's until it evolved into the 55SH and was then discontinued.
Pic # 3 shows the period S37A as well along with other Shure accessories. The stand is an all aluminum design that is quite aggressive looking and has a very modern mid century vibe. Pic # 2 shows this very model in an old Shure catalog along with it's basic characteristics.
You are looking at a classic 1960's era Shure Brothers 55S model dynamic cardioid microphone with classic elegant lines that makes this one of the most recognizable mics in history. The 55S series mic was introduced in 1951 and was the smaller version of the 55 "Fatboy" sold during the 1940's.