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The Shure SM86 Cardioid Condenser Vocal Mic gives you all the advantages of Shure's SM line with condenser mic clarity. It's ruggedly built to handle touring, with a frequency response tailored for clear reproduction of vocals. The cardioid polar pattern minimizes background noise and feedback. The SM86 has a built-in 3-point shockmount for minimizing handling noise and a 2-stage filter for reducing breath noises and pops.

It requires phantom power.
Shure SM86 Cardioid Condenser Vocal Mic

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  • Condenser capsule provides studio-quality sound
  • Rugged design handles the abuses of touring
  • Tailored frequency response for clear reproduction of vocals
  • Cardioid polar pattern minimizes unwanted background noise
  • Works excellently with both stage monitors and in-ear personal monitors
  • Built-in 3-point shockmount minimizes handling noise
  • 2-stage filter reduces wind and breath pop noise
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  • Transducer type: Condenser (electret bias)
  • Frequency response: 50 to 18,000Hz
  • Polar Pattern: Cardioid
  • Output Impedance: 150Î at 1kHz (Recommended minimum load impedance: 600Î)
  • Sensitivity (at 1,000Hz): Open Circuit Voltage: -50dBV/Pa (3.15 mV) (1 Pa = 94dB SPL)
  • Output Clipping Level: 1000Î Load at 1,000Hz: +3dBV (1.41 V)
  • Maximum SPL (at 1,000Hz): 1000Î load (1% THD): 147dB
  • Self-Noise: 23dB typical, A-weighted
  • Dynamic Range (1000Î): 124dB (maximum SPL to A-weighted noise level
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 71dB at 94dB SPL (IEC 651)*
  • *S/N ratio is difference between 94dB SPL and equivalent SPL of self-noise A-weighted
  • Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 relative to pin 3 of the output connector.
  • Power (Phantom Supply Requirement): 11 to 52 VDC, positive at both pins 2 and 3
  • Current Drain: 5.2 mA
  • Connector: Three-pin (XLR) professional audio
  • Dimensions (H x W): 183mm x 49mm, 7.2" x 1.92"
  • Net Weight: 278g (9.8oz.)
  • Environmental Conditions;Operating: -18 to 60 C (0 to 135 F) (relative humidity >90%), Storage: -29 to 74 C (-20 to 165 F) (relative humidity >80%)

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One year warranty on wireless mics, mixers, and circuitry products.
2 year warranty on wired mics.
Warranty terms vary. Check with manufacturer for specific product warranty.

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Reviewed by 7 customers

  • Yes

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    bySmoke

    fromGastonia nc

    Karaoka it is great.

  • I will buy this product again and again!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    byPedro

    fromundisclosed

    I really love this mic! I currently own two of these mics. To me, the SM86 is like a great balance between the SM58 and Beta58. Great balance of low and high end. Crisp and warm sound. Not too bright and not too low. It's absolutely beautiful! I highly recommend this mic. Note: It will require phantom power.

  • Great mic for lead vocals

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted10 years ago

    byThe Sound Dad

    fromLouisville, KY

    Purchased this mic as a birthday present for my son who is lead singer in a rock band. He's been singing for 13 years and sounds way better than he has on any prior mic. This mic really lets him be heard over the instruments. Based on my prior experiences with Shure mics (running sound for the 13 years my son's been singing), I expect this mic to last a long time.

  • SHURE SM86 SOLID MICROPHONE FOR VOCALS

    5

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    submitted10 years ago

    byJohnnie

    fromRocky Mount, North Carolina

    The Shure SM86 as a "GREAT" microphone. The texture and tone is captured in a very natural way. Compared to the Shure Beta 87a this mic is just as good at $70 less. If you want to cut through a mix with a big sound this microphone is for you. If I needed more I would defintely buy it again. Of course Shure is a solid company in the professional audio world.

  • worship leader

    5

    submitted16 years ago

    byDavid Cromer

    fromMitchellville Iowa

    I usally use the 58 series both wireless and regular. This mic has excellant pick up with no feeling of feedback. really nice for lead vocal

  • Great mic!

    5

    submitted16 years ago

    byMike Talbert

    fromHot Springs Arkansas

    I live in a noisy hood and have a home studio, this mic is the best I've ever had. It pics up what I play with a quality sound and minimal background noise. I bought one to sing through and it makes my acoustic guitar sound so good I bought another for that. I haven't dropped it so I can't say much about the toughness but Shure is such a great brand that I'm sure, that it is tough too!

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byJohn V

    fromOregon

    I'm kind of ignorant of audio equipment. What does "phantom power " mean?

    I'm kind of ignorant of audio equipment. What does "phantom power " mean?

    Open Reply - Beau
    Phantom Power or +48V is a method of sending an electrical current through a microphone cable. It is most widely used as a power source for condenser microphones.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byEstrella

    fromNC

    Can this mic connect wireless to a kareoke system?

    Can this mic connect wireless to a kareoke system?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    The connections your system would need to connect this mic are: Power (Phantom Supply Requirement): 11 to 52 VDC, positive at both pins 2 and 3
    Open Reply - Kenneth
    The connections your system would need to connect this mic are: Power (Phantom Supply Requirement): 11 to 52 VDC, positive at both pins 2 and 3