Professional Microphone – Shure SM58

Hire a Shure PGA48 microphone in Adelaide from Audio Hire for speeches, MC duties, presentations, conferences, quiz nights, announcements and events where clear amplified speech is the priority. The PGA48 is a professional wired microphone that can be hired individually or combined with a complete PA or sound system.

Its cardioid pickup pattern is designed to focus primarily on the person speaking directly into the microphone while reducing unwanted sound arriving from the sides and rear. This makes the PGA48 particularly useful for events where speech needs to be clearly amplified without unnecessary complexity.

As a wired microphone, the PGA48 connects directly to compatible professional audio equipment using an XLR cable. There are no transmitter batteries or wireless receivers to manage, making it a straightforward option when the speaker or MC does not need to move extensively around the venue.

For Audio Hire’s complete range of wired and wireless options, see Microphone Hire Adelaide.

Microphone Hire for Wedding Speeches and MCs

The Shure PGA48 is particularly well suited to wedding speeches, introductions and MC duties. It can be held by the person speaking or passed between members of the wedding party, family and guests when several people need to address the room.

When speeches are being made from a reasonably defined position, a wired microphone provides a simple professional solution. A microphone stand can also be added when the speaker needs their hands free or when the microphone should remain in a fixed position.

If the MC needs to move extensively around the reception or interact with guests throughout the venue, a wireless microphone may be more appropriate. Audio Hire also offers wireless microphone systems for situations where freedom of movement is important.

Presentations, Conferences and Announcements

The PGA48 is also a practical professional microphone for corporate presentations, conferences, meetings, school functions, awards nights, community events, announcements and other speaking applications.

It can be handheld by an individual presenter, positioned on a microphone stand or passed between speakers where appropriate. For events involving several microphones at the same time, a mixer may be required so each microphone can be connected and controlled independently.

Audio Hire can supply microphones together with mixers, speakers and the other equipment required to build a complete presentation or speech system. If you are starting without existing audio equipment, see PA Hire Adelaide for complete PA options.

Why Hire a Wired Microphone?

A wired microphone provides a direct physical connection between the microphone and the sound system. For speeches and presentations where the person speaking remains relatively close to the PA system, this simplicity can be an advantage.

There are no transmitter batteries to replace and no wireless connection between a handheld transmitter and receiver. The PGA48 connects to compatible professional audio equipment using a standard XLR microphone cable.

The main consideration is movement. A cable is perfectly practical when speeches are delivered from a defined area, but a wireless system can be more convenient when an MC or presenter needs to move freely around a room.

If you are unsure which approach suits your event, Audio Hire can help you choose between wired and wireless options based on how the microphone will actually be used.

What’s Included with Shure PGA48 Hire?

Each Shure PGA48 hire includes one Shure PGA48 professional wired microphone, one compatible microphone clip and one 6-metre XLR cable.

A microphone stand can be added separately when the microphone needs to remain in position for hands-free use. Additional XLR cables are also available where greater distance is required between the microphone and mixer.

The microphone itself does not amplify sound for an audience. It needs to be connected to an appropriate mixer and PA system. If you do not already have suitable equipment, Audio Hire can provide a complete system including at least two PA speakers, mixer, XLR cables, extension leads and cable covers.

For complete systems, see Sound System Hire Adelaide.

Shure PGA48 or Shure SM58?

Audio Hire offers both the Shure PGA48 and Shure SM58 as professional wired microphone hire options, with each suited to slightly different applications.

The PGA48 is our practical choice when clear amplified speech is the main requirement. Wedding speeches, MC duties, presentations, announcements, quiz nights, meetings and similar speaking applications are where it fits particularly well.

The Shure SM58 is our preferred wired microphone when live vocals and singing are a significant part of the event. It is also an excellent speech microphone, but its established role as a professional live vocal microphone makes it particularly appropriate for singers, bands and performers.

If your primary requirement is speech, the PGA48 is a straightforward place to start. If you need a microphone primarily for singing or live performance, see our Shure SM58 microphone hire.

Build a Complete PA System

Hiring a microphone is only one part of amplifying speech for an audience. Depending on the event, you may also need a mixer, at least two PA speakers, speaker stands, XLR cables, extension leads and cable covers.

Audio Hire can assemble these components into a complete system rather than expecting you to determine which individual pieces of equipment are compatible. Tell us where the event is being held, approximately how many people need to hear the PA and how many microphones or other audio sources you need to connect.

Our PA Hire Adelaide and Sound System Hire Adelaide pages provide more information about complete systems for speeches, presentations and events.

Shure PGA48 Microphone Hire Across Adelaide

Audio Hire provides Shure PGA48 microphone hire from our base in Walkerville, close to the city. The PGA48 can be booked as dry hire for collection or supplied with other professional audio equipment as part of a larger booking.

For customers who do not want to collect and return equipment themselves, Audio Hire also offers Delivery & Collection across Adelaide. Where an event requires professional setup, operation and pack-down, Full-Service audio support is available separately.

Whether you need a single PGA48 for an existing system or microphones as part of a complete PA setup, book the equipment you need online or contact Audio Hire if you need help putting the system together.

Check the live booking options on this page for current Shure PGA48 hire pricing and availability.