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SM86 Condenser Microphone Handmade for Vocals
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SM86 Condenser Microphone Handmade for Vocals

SM86 cardioid condenser microphone from Shure. The SM86 has a high-frequency response of 50 Hz-18 kHz, making it ideal for singing, stage vocals, home studio/studio, 147dB, 278g, -50.0 dBV/Pa / 3.15 mV/Pa, comes with a case, clip, and adapter.

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Top specs

  • Type (Directivity)

    Unidirectional (Cardioid)

    Cardioid: Captures sound primarily from the front, reducing sounds from the sides and rear. Ideal for vocals, podcasting, and live recordings.
  • Usage Voice, Studio
  • Placement Handmade
  • Connectivity XLR, 3 pin
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182 00 €
Delivery Mon, 30 Nov - Fri, 04 Dec
14,00 €   shipping cost
Sent from Greece
From Prostage 5.0 (5)
5.0 (5 reviews)
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Description

Description

The Shure SM86 handheld condenser microphone is designed for vocals. Its handheld design classifies it as a handheld microphone.

  • Microphone type: Condenser
  • Use: Vocals
  • Form: Handheld

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Details

Warnings & Safety Information
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Specifications

Specifications

Dimensions

Mode of Operation
Condenser (Large Diaphragm)

Mode of Operation

Condenser (Large Diaphragm)
Warm and full sound with emphasis on vocals. Mainly used in studios for vocals and solo instruments.
Directivity
Unidirectional (Cardioid)

Directivity

Unidirectional (Cardioid)

Cardioid: Captures sound primarily from the front, reducing sounds from the sides and rear. Ideal for vocals, podcasting, and live recordings.
Frequency
50 - 18000 Hz

Frequency

Indicates the frequency range that a microphone can capture and is expressed in Hertz (Hz). The more balanced the range, the more natural and clear the sound.

Usage examples:

  • 100 – 10,000 Hz to 200 – 12,000 Hz: Emphasis on speech intelligibility, with limited low and very high frequencies.
  • 50 – 14,000 Hz to 80 – 16,000 Hz: Balance of volume and clarity. Ideal for live performances and dynamic microphones.
  • 40 – 15,000 Hz to 50 – 18,000 Hz: Rich, natural vocal sound. Suitable for podcasts, radio, and streaming.
  • 20 – 18,000 Hz to 20 – 20,000 Hz: Full spectrum with high detail and "air". Ideal for studio recording.
  • Below 20 Hz & above 20,000 Hz: Extended technical range for specialized studio applications.
Impendance
150 ohm

Impendance

Indicates how "easily" the microphone transmits its signal to the equipment (mixer, sound card, amplifier). It is expressed in Ohms (Ω).

  • Low impedance (≤ 600 Ω): Stable signal, less noise, ideal for professional equipment and long cable runs.
  • Medium impedance (600 – 1,000 Ω): Good balance, common in live and general use.
  • High impedance (> 1,000 Ω): More sensitive to loss and noise, usually found in older or specialized equipment.
Sensitivity
3.15 mV/Pa

Sensitivity

The sensitivity of a microphone indicates how strong the signal it produces is when recording a sound. It is measured in mV/Pa or dBV/Pa.

  • High sensitivity: The microphone can capture very low sounds, but it may be more sensitive to ambient noise.
  • Low sensitivity: It records louder sound sources without distortion, but requires more amplification from the preamp.

In general, condenser microphones have higher sensitivity than dynamic ones.

Max SPL
124 dB

Max SPL

Max SPL (Maximum Sound Pressure Level) is the maximum sound pressure level (in dB) that a microphone can withstand before it starts to distort the sound.

  • High Max SPL (e.g., 140-160dB): Ideal for recording loud sources such as drums, amplified guitar, or live concerts.
  • Lower Max SPL (e.g., 120dB): Suitable for vocals and softer recordings.

The higher the Max SPL, the louder the sounds it can capture without distortion.
Connectivity
XLR, 3 pin

General Characteristics

Device Group
Voice, Studio
Placement
Handmade
Vintage
No
Set
No
Color
Black

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

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Reviews (1)

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  • cvalantis
    5
    1 out of 1 members found this review helpful
    cvalantis

    Impressively good microphone at this price. I got it for voice recording and it has excellent balance with round lows and clear highs. The build quality is clearly very good and the only thing I would want more is a better case.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Sound quality
    • Construction quality
    • Durability
    • Value for money
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  • cvalantis
    5
    cvalantis

    Impressively good microphone at this price. I got it for voice recording and it has excellent balance with round lows and clear highs. The build quality is clearly very good and the only thing I would want more is a better case.

    Translated from Greek ·
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Description & Specifications

The Shure SM86 handheld condenser microphone is designed for vocals. Its handheld design classifies it as a handheld microphone.

  • Microphone type: Condenser
  • Use: Vocals
  • Form: Handheld

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Details

Warnings & Safety Information

Dimensions

Mode of Operation
Condenser (Large Diaphragm)

Mode of Operation

Condenser (Large Diaphragm)
Warm and full sound with emphasis on vocals. Mainly used in studios for vocals and solo instruments.
Directivity
Unidirectional (Cardioid)

Directivity

Unidirectional (Cardioid)

Cardioid: Captures sound primarily from the front, reducing sounds from the sides and rear. Ideal for vocals, podcasting, and live recordings.
Frequency
50 - 18000 Hz

Frequency

Indicates the frequency range that a microphone can capture and is expressed in Hertz (Hz). The more balanced the range, the more natural and clear the sound.

Usage examples:

  • 100 – 10,000 Hz to 200 – 12,000 Hz: Emphasis on speech intelligibility, with limited low and very high frequencies.
  • 50 – 14,000 Hz to 80 – 16,000 Hz: Balance of volume and clarity. Ideal for live performances and dynamic microphones.
  • 40 – 15,000 Hz to 50 – 18,000 Hz: Rich, natural vocal sound. Suitable for podcasts, radio, and streaming.
  • 20 – 18,000 Hz to 20 – 20,000 Hz: Full spectrum with high detail and "air". Ideal for studio recording.
  • Below 20 Hz & above 20,000 Hz: Extended technical range for specialized studio applications.
Impendance
150 ohm

Impendance

Indicates how "easily" the microphone transmits its signal to the equipment (mixer, sound card, amplifier). It is expressed in Ohms (Ω).

  • Low impedance (≤ 600 Ω): Stable signal, less noise, ideal for professional equipment and long cable runs.
  • Medium impedance (600 – 1,000 Ω): Good balance, common in live and general use.
  • High impedance (> 1,000 Ω): More sensitive to loss and noise, usually found in older or specialized equipment.
Sensitivity
3.15 mV/Pa

Sensitivity

The sensitivity of a microphone indicates how strong the signal it produces is when recording a sound. It is measured in mV/Pa or dBV/Pa.

  • High sensitivity: The microphone can capture very low sounds, but it may be more sensitive to ambient noise.
  • Low sensitivity: It records louder sound sources without distortion, but requires more amplification from the preamp.

In general, condenser microphones have higher sensitivity than dynamic ones.

Max SPL
124 dB

Max SPL

Max SPL (Maximum Sound Pressure Level) is the maximum sound pressure level (in dB) that a microphone can withstand before it starts to distort the sound.

  • High Max SPL (e.g., 140-160dB): Ideal for recording loud sources such as drums, amplified guitar, or live concerts.
  • Lower Max SPL (e.g., 120dB): Suitable for vocals and softer recordings.

The higher the Max SPL, the louder the sounds it can capture without distortion.
Connectivity
XLR, 3 pin

General Characteristics

Device Group
Voice, Studio
Placement
Handmade
Vintage
No
Set
No
Color
Black

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

Reviews (1)

5.0
1
5.0
Review this product
  1. 1
  2. 4 stars
    0
  3. 3 stars
    0
  4. 2 stars
    0
  5. 1 star
    0
Review this product
  • cvalantis
    5
    1 out of 1 members found this review helpful
    cvalantis

    Impressively good microphone at this price. I got it for voice recording and it has excellent balance with round lows and clear highs. The build quality is clearly very good and the only thing I would want more is a better case.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Sound quality
    • Construction quality
    • Durability
    • Value for money
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • cvalantis
    5
    cvalantis

    Impressively good microphone at this price. I got it for voice recording and it has excellent balance with round lows and clear highs. The build quality is clearly very good and the only thing I would want more is a better case.

    Translated from Greek ·
    1
  • See all
182,00 €
14,00 €   shipping cost
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