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product_id: 271263831
title: "SM81, Condenser Instrument Microphone, Dynamic, Cardioid, Studio Ready, For Live Performance & Professional Audio Recording, Black"
brand: "shure"
price: "€ 556.38"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Shure"
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region: Ireland
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# Low self-noise, 18dB sensitivity Flat freq. response 20Hz-20kHz Rugged steel build, stage-proof SM81, Condenser Instrument Microphone, Dynamic, Cardioid, Studio Ready, For Live Performance & Professional Audio Recording, Black

**Brand:** shure
**Price:** € 556.38
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Elevate your sound game with the mic that pros swear by!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** SM81, Condenser Instrument Microphone, Dynamic, Cardioid, Studio Ready, For Live Performance & Professional Audio Recording, Black by shure
- **How much does it cost?** € 556.38 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ie](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/271263831-sm81-condenser-instrument-microphone-dynamic-cardioid-studio-ready-for-live)

## Best For

- shure enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted shure brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Endure:** Rugged steel construction ensures your mic withstands the rigors of live performances and touring.
- • **Versatility for Pros:** Perfectly tailored for acoustic instruments and vocals, whether on stage or in the studio.
- • **Crystal-Clear Amplification:** Experience pristine sound with ultra-low noise and a flat frequency curve that captures every nuance.
- • **Trusted Legacy of Excellence:** From Shure, a brand synonymous with reliability and innovation since 1925—join the ranks of iconic performers.
- • **Pro-Grade Accessories Included:** Comes with swivel adapter, attenuator lock, windscreen, and a sleek carrying case for ultimate convenience.

## Overview

The Shure SM81 is a professional-grade cardioid condenser microphone designed for studio and live use, delivering a wide frequency response with low self-noise and distortion. Its rugged steel construction and included accessories make it ideal for acoustic instruments and vocals, trusted by musicians and engineers worldwide for unmatched clarity and durability.

## Description

Shure SM81, Condenser Instrument Microphone, Dynamic, Cardioid, Studio Ready, For Live Performance & Professional Audio Recording, Black : desertcart.ae: Computers

Review: It works great for classical guitar. I thought it had failed when it became intermittent, and it turned out it was an oxidized xlr input on my mixing board that needed cleaning. Great mic!
Review: Excelente microfono. Si lo combinas con un filtro antipop que se compra aparte y el windscreen incluido, es un excelente microfono vocal para entornos no tratados acusticamente.

## Features

- CLEAR AMPLIFICATION: The SM81 Cardioid condenser instrument microphone offers a wide frequency response and low self-noise. Features include flat response curve, low noise and high output clipping level, low distortion over a range of load impedances, and low RF susceptibility.
- EXTREMELY VERSATILE: The SM81 is the perfect choice for a professional musician or sound engineer who is looking to mic up acoustic instruments such as acoustic guitar, piano and cymbals. It can ideally be used on stage and because of its high quality is also at home in the recording studio.
- STAGE & STUDIO READY: The SM81 Instrument Microphone has a rugged steel construction with Shure industry standard quality for professional performance in rigorous environments.
- PACKAGE INCLUDES: The Shure SM81 Instrument Microphone also comes with a swivel adapter, attenuator-switch lock, foam windscreen and a carrying case to keep it safe.
- DRIVEN BY PERFECTION: Founded in 1925, Shure has made a name for itself by manufacturing unmatched quality, reliability, and durability products. We continue to innovate in the microphone and audio electronics industry, creating products used by iconic performers and audiophiles across the world.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0002D0JHE |
| Audio sensitivity | 18 Decibels |
| Colour | Silver & Black |
| Compatible devices | Instruments |
| Department | music, instruments, instrument accessories |
| Frequency response | 15000 Hz |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00042406051194 |
| Hardware platform | PC |
| Impedance | 150 Ohms |
| Included components | 10 dB Attenuator Lock, Carrying Storage Case, Microphone Clip for AMS26, Beta 181, KSM137, KSM141, MX412, MX418, MX412S, MX418S, MX412SE, MX418SE, SM62, SM63, SM63L, SM63LB, SM81, VP64, VP64A, VP64AL and standard microphone stands, Windscreen |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 21.2 x 2.4 x 2.4 centimeters |
| Item model number | SM81-LC |
| Item weight | 8 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | Shure Incorporated |
| Material | Alloy Steel |
| Microphone form factor | Handheld |
| Number of batteries | 1 AAA batteries required. |
| Number of channels | 1 |
| Polar pattern | Unidirectional |
| Power source | Corded Electric |
| Product Dimensions | 21.18 x 2.39 x 2.39 cm; 226.8 g |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | 78 dB |
| Special features | The Shure Model SM81 is a high-quality, unidirectional condenser microphone designed for the most demanding professional applications in studio recording, broadcasting, and sound reinforcement. It is especially suitable for applications requiring extremely wide frequency response, low noise and distortion characteristics, very low RF susceptibility, and reliable operation over a wide range of temp… |
| UPC | 042406051194 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Shure
- **Connectivity technology:** XLR
- **Connector type:** XLR
- **Model name:** SM81-LC
- **Recommended uses for product:** Battery, Recording, Singing

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by C***R on 22 May 2023*

It works great for classical guitar. I thought it had failed when it became intermittent, and it turned out it was an oxidized xlr input on my mixing board that needed cleaning. Great mic!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by P***O on 4 May 2024*

Excelente microfono. Si lo combinas con un filtro antipop que se compra aparte y el windscreen incluido, es un excelente microfono vocal para entornos no tratados acusticamente.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by R***L on 3 February 2024*

Lindo microfone, excelente para instrumentos, over de bateria, chimbal e até voz.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Shure SM81-LC Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone for Guitar, Piano, and Cymbals, Includes Swivel Adapter, Attenuator-Switch Lock, Windscreen, Carrying Case, No Cable Included (SM81-LC)
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*Last updated: 2026-05-25*