SM Series Handheld Condenser Microphone (Cardioid)

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.<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>Transducer Type<br/>Condenser (electret bias)<br/><br/>Frequency Response<br/>50 to 18,000 Hz<br/><br/>Polar Pattern<br/>Cardioid<br/><br/>Output Impedance<br/>150 Ohms at 1 kHz<br/>Recommended minimum load impedance: 600 Ohms<br/><br/>Sensitivity (at 1,000 Hz)<br/>Open Circuit Voltage: -50 dBV/Pa (3.15 mV)<br/>(1 Pa = 94 dB SPL)<br/><br/>Output Clipping Level<br/>1000 Ohm Load at 1,000 Hz: +3 dBV (1.41 V)<br/><br/>Maximum SPL (at 1,000 Hz)<br/>1000 ohm load (1% THD): 147 dB<br/><br/>Self-Noise<br/>23 dB typical, A-weighted<br/><br/>Dynamic Range (1000 ohms)<br/>124 dB (maximum SPL to A-weighted noise level<br/><br/>Signal-to-Noise Ratio<br/>71 dB at 94 dB SPL (IEC 651)*<br/>*S/N ratio is difference between 94 dB SPL and equivalent SPL of self-noise A-weighted.<br/><br/>Polarity<br/>Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 relative to pin 3 of the output connector.<br/><br/>Power<br/>Phantom Supply Requirement: 11 to 52 Vdc, positive at both pins 2 and 3<br/>Current Drain: 5.2 mA<br/><br/>Connector<br/>Three-pin (XLR) professional audio<br/><br/>Case<br/>Dark gray enamel-painted steel with matte-finished silver colored steel grille<br/><br/>Net Weight<br/>Net: 278 grams (9.8 oz)<br/><br/>Environmental Conditions<br/>Operating: -18 degrees to 60 degrees C (0 degrees to 135 degrees F) (relative humidity >90%)<br/>Storage: -29 degrees to 74 degrees C (-20 degrees to 165 degrees F) (relative humidity >80%)<br/><br/>