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Description
The Shure SM81 cardioid condenser instrument microphone is a highly acclaimed piece of equipment that has been used by professional musicians and recording studios all over the world. Shure has built a reputation on creating reliable, excellent-sounding products that are a fantastic value. With its wide frequency response, the SM81 does an excellent job at producing clear acoustics for large range of instruments. It also has a unidirectional, cardioid polar pattern that helps to isolate the main source and reduce background noise, making it versatile enough to be used in a live or studio setting.
Tailored Acoustics for Versatility
This mic has a tailored frequency response with a wide range of 20Hz–20kHz, which is ideal for a variety of instruments. With its low distortion, minimal RF susceptibility and high-output clipping level the SM81 performs extremely well in many different applications. The cardioid polar pattern does an excellent job of rejecting off-axis sound and delivering a high-gain signal before encountering any interference. It has a clear tonal range and does well in catching sonic details for a balanced acoustic performance.
Rugged Durability for Versatile Portability
This condenser mic runs on phantom power and is usable over a wide range of humidity and temperature conditions, making it extremely versatile and durable. The rugged steel body is created to endure the rigors of gig work and gives this mic a long-lasting life. The SM81 delivers a full, balanced sound perfect for any instrument, and versatile enough for studio or live application, making it a well-rounded, accessible mic that is made to last. Included with this dynamic microphone is a carrying case, attenuator-switch lock and a swivel adapter.
Features
- 20Hz–20kHz frequency response
- Flat response curve for accurate sound reproduction
- Low-noise and high-output clipping level
- Low distortion over a wide range of load impedances
- Cardioid polar pattern with maximum rejection
Specs
- Analog or digital: Analog
- Frequency response: 20Hz–20kHz
- Max SPL: 146dB
- Connectivity: XLR
- Capsule: Condenser
- Polar pattern: Cardioid
- Type: Mounted
- Switches: Yes
- Phantom power required: Yes
- Diameter: 2"
- Length: 7.56"
- Weight: 1.37 lb.
- Case: Yes
- Clip: Yes
- Shockmount: N/A
- Power supply: N/A
- Cable: No
- Stand: No