Industry-standard mic renowned for sonic accuracy in stage and studio performances. The Shure SM81 is a high-quality, unidirectional condenser microphone designed for studio recording, broadcasting, and sound reinforcement. Its wide frequency response, low noise characteristics, and low RF susceptibility have made it a standard for applications involving acoustic instruments, especially guitar, piano, and cymbals. The SM81 is ruggedly constructed. It operates on phantom power and performs over a wide range of temperatures and humidity conditions. Applications: Piano/Organ, Acoustic String Instruments, Brass/Woodwinds, Choir, Drums / Percussion.