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This mic was only used lightly on a couple of gigs, it looks great and in perfect working order. Check out my other listings as well and please let me know if you have any questions at all. Thanks for looking


Shure SM81-LC Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone

The Shure SM81 is a high-quality, unidirectional condenser microphone designed for studio recording, broadcasting, and sound reinforcement. Its wide frequency response, low noise characteristics, and low RF susceptibility have made it a standard for applications involving acoustic instruments, especially guitar, piano, and cymbals.

The SM81 is ruggedly constructed. It operates on phantom power and performs over a wide range of temperatures and humidity conditions. It is furnished with a swivel adapter, attenuator-switch lock, foam windscreen, and case for carrying and storage. Other accessories are available.

Features

  • 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

 Included

  • 1 - swivel adapter
  • 1 - attenuator-switch lock
  • 1 - foam windscreen
  • 1 - carrying case



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Listed21 minutes ago
ConditionExcellent (Used)
Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • SM81 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone
Finish
  • Silver
Categories
Year
  • 1984 - Present
Made In
  • Mexico
Microphone Type
  • Small-Diaphragm Condenser
Wired/Wireless
  • Wired
Polar Pattern
  • Cardioid
Electronics
  • Solid State

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