Shure PGA81 Black Studio Microphone

Shure PGA81 Black Studio Microphone delivers a reliable cardioid studio microphone experience ideal for precise instrument capture and professional recording setups.

With a frequency response of 40–18,000 Hz and a sensitivity of -48.5 dB, the Shure PGA81 captures a wide tonal range with clarity and a natural sound character that suits acoustic instruments and close-miking situations.

The PGA81 is designed as a wired studio microphone with an XLR-3 device interface for balanced, low-noise connections to preamps and interfaces. Its 600 Ω output impedance ensures compatibility with a wide range of professional audio gear.

Finished in a sleek black housing and weighing just 186 g, this microphone is lightweight and unobtrusive on stands. The included 4.6 m cable provides flexible placement in studio or live environments while keeping cable runs convenient.

The cardioid polar pattern minimizes off-axis noise, making the PGA81 an excellent choice for isolating sound sources and reducing bleed from other instruments. Its construction and specs support consistent performance in both studio tracking and live reinforcement roles.

Typical use cases include miking acoustic guitars, strings, percussion, and other instruments that benefit from a focused pickup pattern and wide frequency response. It also performs well for close-miking in multi-microphone setups where clarity and isolation are needed.

Key selling points are its professional XLR connectivity, robust cardioid directionality, broad 40–18 kHz frequency range, and practical 4.6 m cable—features that make the Shure PGA81 Black Studio Microphone a dependable tool for musicians, engineers, and content creators.

• Type: Studio microphone, Cardioid pattern
• Frequency: 40–18,000 Hz; Sensitivity: -48.5 dB
• Connectivity: Wired XLR-3; Cable: 4.6 m; Output impedance: 600 Ω