Shure VP89S

The VP89 is a professional shotgun condenser microphone for use in critical broadcast and media production applications.

Designed with interchangeable long, medium, and short capsules, the VP89 models provide scalable, superior off-axis rejection for focus and flexibility in a wide variety of on-site locations.

Short Cartridge/Barrel Housing

High volume, widest aperture for greatest degree of ambience in near-field target range (camera mounting, discreet mounting)
Wide pickup angle
Unmatched quality of off-axis rejection

Cartridge Type
Electret Condenser

Polar Pattern
Hypercardioid / Lobar

Frequency Response
VP89S: 140–20,000 Hz

Output Impedance
115.0 Ohms

Sensitivity (open circuit voltage, @ 1 kHz, typical)
-33.5 dBV/Pa (2.11 mV)

Maximum SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD)
2500 Ohms load: 132.0 dB SPL
1000 Ohms load: 128.5 dB SPL

Signal-to-Noise Ratio
79.0 dB

Dynamic Range (@ 1 kHz)
2500 Ohms load: 117.0 dB
1000 Ohms load: 113.5 dB

Flat Response
100 Hz

Low Frequency Roll-off
200 Hz

Operating Temperature Range
-18°C (0°F) to 57°C (135°F)

Housing
Charcoal-grey metallic painted aluminum alloy handle and grille with stainless steel screen

Power Requirements
11–52 V DC phantom power (IEC-61938), <2.0 mA Net Weight
VP89S: 117 g (4.1 oz.)

Barrel Length
VP89S: 137 mm (5.41 in)