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The VP89 is a professional shotgun microphone for use in critical A/V media production applications. Shure's premium modular shotgun microphone offers superior preamplifier design with RF immunity for pick-up of audience response, talk shows, and concerts. The microphone includes a low-cut filter switch, narrow pickup angle, and unmatched off-axis rejection.

The VP89S (short) shotgun has a 70° acceptance angle and excellent rejection from the sides.

A two-position switch on the preamplifier adjusts the low-frequency response. Use the low-frequency filter to reduce room noise or proximity effect. Normal response provides the most natural sound in most applications. Low-frequency rolloff provides a 12 dB-per-octave rolloff below the specified frequency. Reduces floor rumble and low-frequency room noise from heating and air conditioning systems.

Condenser Microphone, Switchable Polar Pattern (Hypercardioid / Lobar), Bottom cable exit, black, 3-pin XLR connector

Features
* Highly directional, uniform polar pattern optimized for distant pickup (sporting events, ENG wildlife field recording)
* Modular design allows optimal performance in a wide variety of production settings
* Designed for extremely low susceptibility to radiated and conducted hum, GSM, and radio frequency interference (RFI)
Superior common mode rejection
* Low self-noise and high output level
* Class A, discrete preamplifier provides transparent, extremely fast transient response with no crossover distortion and minimal harmonic and intermodulation distortion
* Selectable low-frequency response
* Lightweight, compact design accommodates prolonged operation, minimizing operator fatigue attributed to many shotgun microphones
* Aircraft-grade aluminum alloy construction resists wear and abuse
* Operates over a wide range of temperatures and humidity
* Switchable Polar Pattern (Hypercardioid / Lobar)
* Requires phantom power and performs best with a 48 V DC supply

Specifications
Cartridge Type: Electret Condenser
Polar Pattern: Hypercardioid/Lobar
Frequency Response: 40 to 20,000 Hz
Output Impedance: 115.0
Sensitivity: open circuit voltage, @ 1 kHz, typical
Maximum SPL 1 kHz at 1% THD[2]:
2500 load | 132.0 dB SPL
1000 load | 128.5 dB SPL
Signal-to-Noise Ratio[3]: 79.0 dB
Dynamic Range @ 1 kHz:
2500 load | 117.0 dB
1000 load | 113.5 dB
Clipping Level @ 1 kHz, 1% THD:
2500 load | 4.0 dBV
1000 load | 0.0 dBV
Self Noise: equivalent SPL, A-weighted, typical 15.0 dB
Common Mode Rejection: 20 to 20,000 Hz >=70.0 dB
Low-Frequency Filter Switch: -12 dB/oct below specified frequency
Flat Response: 100 Hz
Low Frequency Rolloff: 200 Hz
Operating Temperature Range: 18C (0F) to 57C (135F)
Storage Temperature Range: -29C (-20F) to 74C (165F)
Operating Relative Humidity: 0 to 95%
Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3
Housing: Charcoal-grey metallic painted aluminum alloy handle and grille with stainless steel screen
Power Requirements: 11-52 V DC[4] phantom power (IEC-61938), < 2.0 mA
Net Weight: 174 g (6.1 oz.)