Shure SM81-LC Instrument Microphone

Name: Shure SM81-LC Instrument Microphone
Brand: Shure
SKU: SHURE-SM81-LC
Price: 439 USD
Availability: InStock

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SM81-LC

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SM81-LC

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The Shure SM81-LC is a high-quality, unidirectional condenser microphone with windscreen, no cable. designed for studio recording, broadcasting, and sound reinforcement.

Description

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-LC 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.

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
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
Phantom power required

Specifications

Type	Condenser
Frequency Response	20 to 20,000 Hz
Polar Pattern	Cardioid
Sensitivity (at 1,000 Hz)	Open Circuit Voltage: -45 dBV/Pascal (5.6 mV) (1 Pa = 94 dB SPL)
Impedance	Rated at 150 ohms (85 ohms actual)Recommended minimum load impedance: 800 ohms
Output Clipping Level	800 ohm Load: -4 dBV (0.63 V)150 ohm Load: -15 dBV (0.18 V)
Maximum SPL (at 1,000 Hz)	800 ohm load: 136 dB (attenuator at 0) 146 dB (attenuator at -10)
Maximum SPL (at 1,000 Hz)	150 ohm load: 128 dB (attenuator at 0) 138 dB (attenuator at -10)
Self-Noise	16 dB typical, A-weighted19 dB typical, weighted per DIN 45 405
Hum Pickup	-3 dB equivalent SPL in a 1 mOe field (60 Hz)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	78 dB (IEC 651)* at 94 dB SPLS/N ratio is difference between 94 dB SPL
Overvoltage and Reverse Polarity	Max. external voltage applied to pins 2 and 3 with respect to pin 1: +52 Vdc
Protection	Reverse polarity protection: 200 mA max. (diode-clamped)
Polarity	Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 relative to pin 3
Power	11 to 52 vdc, 1.2 mA
Case	Steel construction with vinyl metallic paint finish and stainless steel screens
Connector	Three-pin professional audio connector (male XLR type)
Dimensions	212 mm (7-9/16 in.) L x 23.5 mm (2 in.) W at the widest point
Net Weight	0.507 lbs (230 g)