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Shure SM 81 USA 80s
£281
49/100 deal score
Above market: £281 is 1% above the £278 median of 17 used Shure SM-81 listings seen in the last 90 days (typical range £261–£313).
ExcellentReverb1d ago
Sold by
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BAS
Details
- First Seen
- 24 October 2026
- Last Seen
- 25 October 2026
- Times Seen
- 3
About this listing
Shure SM 81 USA 80s is a used item in excellent condition, listed on Reverb. The asking price is £281. It is offered by BAS through Reverb. It is in our Microphones category. 17 similar listings have a median asking price of £278. Used Gear Hunter first saw this listing on 24 October 2026 and last saw it on 25 October 2026. It has been seen 3 times in our scans. Prices are converted from the seller's currency when we scan the listing, so the amount you pay may differ slightly. The seller sets shipping, and import duty or VAT may apply, so check the final cost and the item's details on Reverb before buying.
From the seller
2 to sell price listed is for 1 mic and shipping is for 1 mic
These mics are in excellent condition, look like new and function perfectly
The Shure SM81 is a small-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone with a flat frequency response, low self-noise, and high versatility for acoustic instruments and studio applications.Key Features
Type: Small-diaphragm electret condenser microphone (SDC)
Polar Pattern: Cardioid (unidirectional) for focused sound capture and off-axis rejection 2
Frequency Response: Wide and flat, optimized for acoustic instruments such as guitar, piano, cymbals, and drum overheads 3
Self-Noise: Low, providing high signal-to-noise ratio for detailed recordings 2
Attenuation: Switchable 10 dB capacitive attenuator to prevent overload at high sound pressure levels 2
Bass Roll-Off: Two selectable low-frequency roll-off options for controlling proximity effect and low-end rumble 1
Maximum SPL: High output clipping level, suitable for loud sources without distortion 1
Power Requirements: Operates on phantom power (11–52 V DC), with a maximum current drain of 1.2 mA 2
RF Susceptibility: Low, ensuring minimal interference from radio frequencies
ondition, almost new looking and function perfectly