849

Common name: Shure 849

Production Status: Discontinued / Vintage

The 849 is a small diaphragm cardioid electret condenser microphone with a smooth, flat frequency response. It is designed for a wide variety of sound reinforcement and recording applications and is ideal for choirs, amplified sound, or acoustic instruments, including strings, brass, woodwinds and percussion. Includes swivel adapter and a zippered vinyl storage bag. It is fitted with an On/Off switch. Max SPL is reduced to 128 dB under battery operation.

Electrical Characteristics

Frequency Response
40Hz - 16 kHz
Output Sensitivity
2.82 mV/Pa
Max SPL
131
Max SPL, THD:
1
Self Noise (CCIR)
26 dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
22 dB-A
Output Impedance
600Ω
Recommended Load
0.8kΩ
Powering
Phantom 12-48
Supply Current
2 mA
Alternative Powering
AA battery.

Switchable Options

Pad
Filter/EQ

Physical Characteristics

Connector
XLR-3M
Connector notes
Available Colours
Weight
250 g
Length
191 mm
Min diameter width
24.1 mm
Max diameter
27.7 mm
Depth

Accessories

Included
swivel adapter and a zippered vinyl storage bag.
Optional
Windscreen.