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<h2>What is the SM81 best suited to?</h2>

<p>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.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>What characteristics can I expect when using an SM81?</h2>

<p>The SM81 has a flat response curve for accurate reproduction of the sound source and can also be modified via a bass roll off switch. The 0dB/10bB lockable attenuator switch gives you even more flexibility when miking up loud sound sources and it has a cardioid polar pattern which isolates the main sound source while minimizing handling noise.</p>


Condenser Instrument Microphone                   

SM81 Spec Sheet

SM Brochure

SM81 User Guide

<ul>
	<li>20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response</li>
	<li>Flat response curve for accurate reproduction of sound sources</li>
	<li>Low noise and high output clipping level</li>
	<li>Low distortion over a wide range of load impedances</li>
	<li>Cardioid polar pattern, uniform with frequency and symmetric about axis, providing maximum rejection and minimum coloration of off-axis sounds</li>
	<li>Low RF susceptibility</li>
	<li>Selectable low-frequency response: flat, 6 or 18 dB/octave rolloff</li>
	<li>0 dB/10 dB lockable attenuator switch</li>
	<li>Phantom powering (DIN 45 596 voltages of 12 to 48 Vdc)</li>
	<li>Rugged steel construction for durability</li>
	<li>Field-usable over wide range of temperature and humidity conditions</li>
</ul>


End-Address/Small Diaphragm

Flat

House of Worship

Theater

Touring/Rental

Performance

Recording

Cardioid condenser instrument microphone offers a wide frequency response and low self-noise.

Cardioid

Acoustic String Instruments

Hi-Hat

Cymbals/Overhead

Brass & Woodwinds

Snare Drum/Toms

Shure SM Microphones

E-Guitar/Bass

Other Instruments

Percussion

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.

Accordion

Acoustic Guitar

Ambience

Banjo

Cello

Choir

Cymbals

Drum Set

Orchestra

Overhead

Piano

Pipe Organ

Ukulele

SM81

Condenser

Field recording

Broadcast Studio

Club

Hotel & Convention

Auditorium

Live Performance

Place of worship

Rehearsal Space

Stadium

Theater Stage

Home/Project Studio

Recording Studio

TV/film set

<p>Condenser Microphone, Cardioid, Silver finish, 3-pin XLR Connector</p>


SM81-LC

<p>Condenser Microphone, Cardioid, Silver finish, 3-pin XLR Connector, No Cable included</p>


SM81-LC-X

<h2>Beta 181 Applications</h2>

<p>This Beta 181 is a multipurpose instrument microphone and can be used on a wide variety of applications including guitars, bass and drums (overheads and snares). A total of four different capsules (Cardioid, Supercardioid, Bi-directional, Omni-directional) are available, allowing you to interchange them according to application.</p>

<h2>Interchangable Capsule Options</h2>

<p>The RPM181/C is a cardioid condenser capsule for the Beta 181.&nbsp;The RPM181/S is a super cardioid condenser capsule for the Beta 181.&nbsp;The RPM181/BI&nbsp;is a bi-directional condenser capsule for the Beta 181.&nbsp;The RPM181/O is a omni directional condenser capsule for the Beta 181.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Applications for the different capsules&nbsp;</h2>

<p>The cardioid capsule is best suited to overheads, piano and acoustic instruments. You can also use the cardioid capsule for M/S stereo micing (in conjunction with another microphone with a bi-directional capsule). &nbsp;The supercardioid capsule is best suited to snare, toms, acoustic instruments and other forms of close distance micing. The omni-directional capsule could be used for choirs, orchestras and ambient recording applications. Lastly, the Bi-directional capsule can be used for mono overheads, or for the recording of two instruments simultaneously on one channel.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>In the Box</h2>

<p>The Beta 181 can be purchased with any one of the four mic capsules available. You&#39;ll then need to buy any additional capsules you want seperately. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>


Side-Address Condenser Microphone with interchangeable capsules                

BETA 181 User Guide

BETA Brochure

BETA 181 Spec Sheet

<ul>
	<li>Interchangeable polar pattern capsules attach to a compact preamplifier with integrated XLR connections</li>
	<li>Precision-engineered, compact side-address design features innovative locking ring to provide secure connection between capsule and preamplifier</li>
	<li>Frequency response tailored for wide dynamic range applications for use in high SPL environments</li>
</ul>


Lollipop

Tailored

Side-address condenser microphone includes XLR preamplifier, microphone clip, windscreen, zippered case, and choice of condenser capsule.

Bidirectional

Omnidirectional

Supercardioid

Studio Recording

BETA

Shure Beta Microphones - Product Overview

Shure are pleased to have won a coveted TEC Award for excellence in audio during Namm 2012 for the Beta 181 microphone 

TEC Awards 2012

In many applications where a large diaphram side-address condenser might be a desirable, but impractical choice for live music, the Beta 181 offers a fresh solution. A full, rich, well-defined sound in a microphone that goes where many others can’t. Impeccable performance in a neat versatile package.

Roger Lindsay, Legendary FOH Engineer (The Pretenders, James Taylor, Van Morrison)

Roger Lindsay, Legendary FOH Engineer (The Pretenders, James Taylor, Van Morrison)

Bright, accurate.  Great rejection.  Great as a discrete overhead. Nice ''sticky'' hi hat sound. Lovely on a flat ride



Mike Dolbear.com – July 2011

Whether live or in the studio, the Beta 181 would serve you as a very multi-purpose condenser microphone thanks to its modular design. As such, it is a very interesting addition to Shure’s venerable Beta Series. 

Audio Media Magazine- July 2011

Side-address condenser microphone includes XLR preamplifier, microphone clip, windscreen, zippered case, and choice of condenser capsule. Capsule options include cardioid, supercardioid, bi-directional, and omni-directional polarities.

Leslie Cabinet

Room Pick-Up

Snare Drum

Toms

Violin / Viola

Woodwinds

BETA 181

 Beta 181/C - Ultra compact condenser microphone

<p><span>Beta 181 with cardioid polar pattern capsule (interchangeable)</span></p>


Beta 181/C

<p>Condenser Microphone, Cardioid, Metallic Blue, 3-pin XLR Connector</p>


Beta 181/C-X

Microphone clip              

Microphone clip mounts a handheld transmitter.

WA371

<p>Microphone mounting clip for all Shure handheld transmitters, AXT610 and UA860SWB, diameter: ca. 35 mm.</p>


Microphone Windscreen              

Microphone windscreen reduces unwanted breath and wind noise.

Microphone windscreen reduces unwanted breath and wind noise while using the PGA48, PGA58, SM48, SM58, Beta 58A, and 565SD microphones. Available in 6 colors.

A58WS

A58WS-BLK

A58WS-BLU

A58WS-GRA

A58WS-GRN

A58WS-RED

A58WS-YEL

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<p>Condenser Microphone, Cardioid, Black, 3-pin XLR Connector, No Cable included</p>


PGA181-LC

<p>The PGA181 is a side-address cardioid condenser microphone with a smooth frequency response and highly durable construction that delivers excellent sound. Extremely versatile, the PGA181 is a go-to mic for use with a wide range of applications, including acoustic and amplified instruments, vocals and live rehearsal, recording and performance.</p>


Side-Address Cardioid Condenser Microphone                  

PG ALTA Brochure

<ul>
	<li><strong>Tailored microphone cartridge</strong> design for smooth and versatile reproduction of sound sources.</li>
	<li><strong>Cardioid polar pattern</strong> picks up audio from the source while rejecting unwanted noise</li>
	<li><strong>Updated industrial design</strong> with black metallic finish and grille for unobtrusive visual presence</li>
	<li><strong>Available with XLR Cable</strong> (4.57 m)&nbsp;</li>
	<li><strong>Stand adapter</strong> for mounting to a microphone stand</li>
	<li><strong>Zipper pouch</strong> included for additional protection during storage or transport</li>
	<li><strong>Legendary Shure quality</strong> design and construction for exceptional performance in rigorous environments</li>
</ul>


Podcasting

Radio

Side-address cardioid condenser microphone delivers excellent sound for a variety of applications and includes stand adapter and zippered pouch.

PG ALTA

Shure PG ALTA Microphones - Product Overview

Side-address cardioid condenser microphone delivers excellent sound for a variety of applications Features include rejection of unwanted noise and an updated industrial design with a black, metallic finish and grille. Includes stand and pouch.

PGA181

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