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CardioidShure SM81

MSRP: $592 Cardioid Pencil Condenser Microphone

Shure SM81

Description

The Shure SM81 is a cardioid condenser microphone characterized by wide frequency response, low noise characteristics, and low RF susceptibility.

It is furnished with a swivel adapter, attenuator-switch lock, foam windscreen, and case for carrying and storage. Other accessories are available.

  • 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response
  • Flat response curve for accurate reproduction of sound sources
  • Low noise and high output clipping level
  • Low distortion over a wide range of load impedances
  • Cardioid polar pattern, uniform with frequency and symmetric about axis, providing maximum rejection and minimum coloration of off-axis sounds
  • Low RF susceptibility
  • Selectable low-frequency response: flat, 6 or 18 dB/octave rolloff
  • 0 dB/10 dB lockable attenuator switch
  • Phantom powering (DIN 45 596 voltages of 12 to 48 Vdc)
  • Rugged steel construction for durability
  • Field-usable over wide range of temperature and humidity conditions

The body diameter is 20mm.

The Shure SM81 is also known as: SM-81.

Pickup Patterns Pads & Filters
  • Cardioid (20 to 20,000 Hz)
  • Pad: -10dB (Via Switch)
Diaphragm size Impedance Max SPL
n/a n/a 146 dB
Weight Length Max Diameter Interface(s)
n/a 212mm (8.35'') 24mm (0.94'')
  • 3-pin XLR male (1)
Power Specifications
  • Requires Phantom Power
  • Phantom voltage: 11-52v

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