Microphones
Shure SM81 Instrument Condenser Mic
A condenser microphone for detailed capture of acoustic instruments, cymbals, and other sources in live sound or recording.
Shure SM81
$40.00 / day per item
Contact us to confirm availability and the equipment included in your rental.
Features
- Flat response supports natural instrument capture.
- Switchable low-frequency rolloff helps manage rumble.
- Lockable 10 dB pad accommodates louder sources.
Rental & setup notes
- Requires phantom power and a balanced XLR-to-XLR microphone cable.
Specifications
- Transducer
- Electret condenser
- Polar pattern
- Cardioid
- Frequency response
- 20 Hz–20 kHz
- Pad
- 0 or -10 dB
- Power
- Phantom power required; 48 V recommended