Shure PGA81 Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone

Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone

The PGA81 cardioid condenser instrument microphone is a professional quality flat-response microphone featuring highly durable design and construction that delivers excellent sound. Ideal for use in sensitive acoustic instrument performance and recording, the PGA81 comes with a swivel adapter, carrying pouch and choice of with XLR cable, or without. Phantom power required.

Features:

• Flat-response microphone cartridge design for clear reproduction of acoustic instrument sound sources in more sensitive environments.
• Cardioid polar pattern picks up audio from the source while rejecting unwanted noise
• Updated industrial design with black metallic finish and grille for unobtrusive visual presence
• Available with and without XLR Cable for flexibility in gear choice
  - With 15 ft (4.6 m) XLR-XLR cable (PGA81-XLR)
  - Without cable (PGA81-LC)
• Stand adapter for mounting to a microphone stand
• Zipper pouch included for additional protection during storage or transport
• Legendary Shure quality design and construction for exceptional performance in rigorous environments

Specifications:

• Type: Electret condenser
• Frequency Response: 40 to 18,000 Hz
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Output Impedance: 600 Ω
• Sensitivity (at 1 kHz, open circuit voltage): -48.5 dBV/Pa (3.8 mV)
  1 Pa=94 dB SPL
• Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3
• Weight: 186 g (6.6 oz.)
• Connector: Three-pin professional audio (XLR), male
• Power Requirements: 48 VDC phantom power (2.0 mA)