From Shure
The Shure SM86 is a unidirectional (cardioid) condenser vocal microphone for professional use in live performance. An extremely rugged microphone, the SM86 withstands the rigors of touring while delivering a clear, studio-quality sound.
A cardioid pickup pattern isolates the main sound source while minimizing unwanted background noise. The built-in three-point shock mount minimizes handling noise, and a two-stage pop filter reduces wind and breath "pop" noise.
SM86-LC: Cable not included. Includes stand adapter and zippered pouch.
- Transducer Type
- Condenser (electret bias)
- Frequency Response
- 50 to 18,000 Hz
- Polar Pattern
- Cardioid
- Output Impedance
- 150 Ohms at 1 kHz
- Recommended minimum load impedance
- 600 Ohms
Sensitivity (at 1,000 Hz)
- Open Circuit Voltage
- -50 dBV/Pa (3.15 mV)
(1 Pa = 94 dB SPL)
Output Clipping Level
- 1000 Ohm Load at 1,000 Hz
- +3 dBV (1.41 V)
Maximum SPL (at 1,000 Hz)
- 1000 ohm load (1% THD)
- 147 dB
- Self-Noise
- 23 dB typical, A-weighted
- Dynamic Range (1000 ohms)
- 124 dB (maximum SPL to A-weighted noise level
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio
- 71 dB at 94 dB SPL (IEC 651)*
S/N ratio is difference between 94 dB SPL and equivalent SPL of self-noise A-weighted.
- Polarity
- Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 relative to pin 3 of the output connector.
Power
- Phantom Supply Requirement
- 11 to 52 Vdc, positive at both pins 2 and 3
- Current Drain
- 5.2 mA
- Connector
- Three-pin (XLR) professional audio
- Case
- Dark gray enamel-painted steel with matte-finished silver colored steel grille
- Dimensions
- See User Guide
Net Weight
- Net
- 278 grams (9.8 oz)
Environmental Conditions
- Operating
- -18 degrees to 60 degrees C (0 degrees to 135 degrees F) (relative humidity >90%)
- Storage
- -29 degrees to 74 degrees C (-20 degrees to 165 degrees F) (relative humidity >80%)
Manuals & documents
Free 3-Year Warranty
Sound Pure stands behind our products. Free three-year warranty on this item. Coverage exclusions live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.
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Returns
Not eligible for Try Before You Buy or the 48-hour approval period. Standard return policy applies — see Terms & Conditions, Section 18 for details.
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