Shure SM81 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone 1984 - Present - Silver is a used item in excellent condition, listed on Reverb. The asking price is £232. It is offered by Selling Some Gear through Reverb. Local pickup is available. It is in our Microphones category. 31 similar listings have a median asking price of £266. Used Gear Hunter first saw this listing on 8 November 2026 and last saw it on 9 November 2026. It has been seen 4 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
This mic was only used lightly on a couple of gigs, it is in excellent condition and in perfect working order. Please let me know if you have any questions and thanks for looking.
Shure SM81-LC Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone
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. It is furnished with a swivel adapter, attenuator-switch lock, foam windscreen, and case for carrying and storage. Other accessories are available.
Features
20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response
Flat response curve for accurate reproduction of sound sources
Low noise and high output clipping level
Low distortion over a wide range of load impedances
Cardioid polar pattern, uniform with frequency and symmetric about axis, providing maximum rejection and minimum coloration of off-axis sounds
Low RF susceptibility
Selectable low-frequency response: flat, 6 or 18 dB/octave rolloff
0 dB/10 dB lockable attenuator switch
Phantom powering (DIN 45 596 voltages of 12 to 48 Vdc)
Rugged steel construction for durability
Field-usable over wide range of temperature and humidity conditions
Included
1 - swivel adapter
1 - attenuator-switch lock
1 - foam windscreen
1 - carrying case
