SM87A

Common name: Shure SM87A

Production Status: Discontinued / Vintage

The SM87a is a handheld condenser microphone with a flat frequency response and a supercardioid pattern.

Electrical Characteristics

Frequency Response
50Hz - 18 kHz
Output Sensitivity
2.4 mV/Pa
Max SPL
140
Max SPL, THD:
0.25
Self Noise (CCIR)
26 dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
24 dB-A
Output Impedance
100Ω
Recommended Load
1kΩ
Powering
Phantom 12-48
Supply Current
1.1 mA
Alternative Powering

Switchable Options

Pad
Filter/EQ

Physical Characteristics

Connector
XLR-3M
Connector notes
Available Colours
Satin black.
Weight
200 g
Length
192 mm
Min diameter width
21 mm
Max diameter
50.8 mm
Depth

Accessories

Included
Swivel adapter.
Optional
Windscreen.