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Shure VP89S Modular Short Shotgun Microphone

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Shure VP89S Modular Short Shotgun Microphone
Key Features
  • For Indie Films, TV & Documentaries
  • Wide 70° Acceptance Angle
  • Phantom-Powered Preamp & Short Capsule
  • Switchable Low-Cut Filter
Designed as a modular system that supports interchangeable capsules to accommodate a range of indoor and outdoor recording scenarios, the Shure VP89S short shotgun microphone delivers a wide 70° acceptance angle for more off-axis pickup than the medium VP89M and the long VP89L.
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Shure VP89S Overview

Designed as a modular system that supports interchangeable capsules to accommodate a range of indoor and outdoor recording scenarios, the Shure VP89S short shotgun microphone delivers a wide 70° acceptance angle for more off-axis pickup than the medium VP89M and the long VP89L.

Lightweight and rugged, the VP89S provides reliable operation and low susceptibility to hum, GSM, and radio-frequency interference. The phantom-powered preamp features a switchable low-cut filter to attenuate problematic bass frequencies such as rumble and a standard XLR 3-pin output for straightforward connectivity.

Outfitted with a Class-A, discrete, transformerless preamplifier, the VP89S delivers a clean and quick transient response with minimal harmonic/intermodulation distortion and no crossover distortion. Long and medium-sized capsule barrels are available separately to suit various recording needs, rejection angles, and frequency responses.

Features a wide 70° acceptance angle for greatest degree of ambience in near-field target range—ideal for camera mounting, indoor shoots, indie films, and multi-subject scenes
Modular design allows optimal performance in a wide variety of production settings
Class-A, discrete, transformerless preamplifier provides transparent, extremely fast transient response with no crossover distortion and minimal harmonic and intermodulation distortion
Premier production microphone crafted with Shure quality, ruggedness, and reliability
Designed for extremely low susceptibility to radiated and conducted hum, GSM, and radio-frequency interference (RFI)
Excellent common mode rejection
Low self-noise and high output level
65 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response
Switchable low-cut filter (12 dB/octave at 200 Hz) for controlling rumble and overwhelming bass frequencies
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
Requires 11 to 52 VDC phantom power
Balanced XLR 3-pin output connector
Supplied windscreen reduces light wind noise
Compatible with an array of Rycote Softie windshields, windshield kits, and suspension mounts
UPC: 042406205719

Shure VP89S Specs

Key Specs
Microphone Type
Shotgun
Polar Pattern
Hypercardioid / Lobar
Element Type
Electret Condenser
Controls
Low Cut/HPF
Frequency Response
65 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
132 dB (1 kHz, 1% THD, 2.5-Kilohm Load)
128.5 dB (1 kHz, 1% THD, 1-Kilohm Load)
Analog Output
1x XLR 3-Pin Male
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Microphone
Microphone Type
Shotgun
Polar Pattern
Hypercardioid / Lobar
Element Type
Electret Condenser
Sound Field
Mono
Orientation
End Address
Controls
Low Cut/HPF
Pad
No
Filter & EQ
Low-Cut Filter: 200 Hz, 12 dB/Octave
Circuitry
Solid-State
Performance
Frequency Response
65 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
132 dB (1 kHz, 1% THD, 2.5-Kilohm Load)
128.5 dB (1 kHz, 1% THD, 1-Kilohm Load)
Off-Axis Rejection
4 dB at 60°
25 dB at 120°
>15 dB at 180°
Sensitivity
-33.5 dBV/Pa (at 1 kHz)
Dynamic Range
117 dB (1 kHz, 2.5-Kilohm Load)
113.5 dB (1 kHz, 1-Kilohm Load)
Equivalent Noise Level
15 dB (A-Weighted)
Connectivity
Analog Output Connector
1x XLR 3-Pin Male
Power
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Operating Voltage
11 to 52 V (Phantom Power)
Physical
Color
Gray
Dimensions
ø: 0.88 x L: 4.02" / ø: 22.35 x L: 102.11 mm (Preamp)
ø: 0.81 x L: 5.41" / ø: 20.7 x L: 137.41 mm (Capsule)
Weight
4.1 oz / 116.23 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.8 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
14 x 2.5 x 2.5"

Shure VP89S Reviews

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By mike
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2014-03-13

I switches from many mic including the Sennheiser and Rode and I can tell you Shure got it right this time. The best off axis rejection in its class. Unlike other shotgun, I find that the vp89s can be used indoor with good results. Absolutely a keeper.

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What is the diameter of these microphones?
Asked by: Ian
21mm (0.815 inches)
Answered by: Product Rep Shure Expert
Date published: 2018-08-28
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