Microphone from Shure in Niles part of museum display

Shure Inc. a microphone manufacturer in Niles said one of its classic microphones has been chosen by the Art Institute of Chicago as part of the museum's 20th and 21st century architecture and design permanent collection.

"The Model 55 became a fixture in the music and broadcast industry in the 1940s. While certainly humbling, it is no surprise the Unidyne is being recognized by museums for its simplistic beauty and Art Deco design. We're greatly honored that the Art Institute of Chicago has added this microphone to its collection," said Michael Pettersen, corporate historian at Shure.

After its debut in 1939, the Unidyne Series became a sensation, earning professional and public recognition rarely obtained by any other product. Legacy artists such as Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, and the King of Rock 'n' Roll, Elvis Presley, relied upon the Unidyne to bring their artistry to fans worldwide.

Founded in 1879, the Art Institute of Chicago is one of the oldest and largest art museums in the U.S.

Founded in 1925, Shure Inc. is headquartered in Niles with more than 30 additional manufacturing facilities and regional sales offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia.