Presented in a purple body with a purple grille, the Telefunken M81 Supercardioid Dynamic Microphone Purpledelivers the sonic essence of a condenser in a rugged dynamic design. It features a wide 50 Hz to 18 kHz frequency response and high maximum SPL of 135 dB, making it equally suitable for voice, instruments, or drums onstage and in the studio. Its tonal character is tuned to soften bright or thin sources and yield a stronger emphasis on midrange clarity.

The M81's head and capsule assembly is designed to reduce proximity effect while still providing present bass. Its supercardioid polar pattern provides enhanced off-axis rejection and high immunity to feedback. The M81 also features a custom-wound Telefunken T80 transformer. It ships with a mic clip and leather storage bag.

Supercardioid Polar Pattern    Enhanced Directionality    Wide 50 Hz to 18 kHz Frequency Response    Tailored for Guitars, Drums & Brass    High Maximum SPL of 135 dB    High Immunity to Feedback    Head & Capsule Reduce Proximity Effect    Custom-Wound Transformer    Includes Mic Clip & Storage Bag

• Tuned for guitars, drums, percussion, and brass
• Minimal proximity effect with articulate midrange
• Subdued high-end response tames bright vocals and instruments
• Supercardioid polar pattern provides enhanced directionality and immunity to feedback
• Custom-wound Telefunken T80 transformer
• Dynamic moving coil requires no batteries or phantom power

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can I use this with Behringer XENYX 502? If so how do I connect it?

A: It is possible to connect the Behringer BA 85A Dynamic Microphone to the Behringer XENYX 502 mixer using a regular XLR microphone cable.

Q: 2. Is it possible to connect this via XLR? My interface uses the one C-port I have for outgoing sound + other inputs.

A: The Deity Microphones VO-7U Dynamic Supercardioid USB Streamer Microphone Kit with Desktop Tripod (Black) does not have an XLR connector.

Q: 3. Would this be appropriate for close-up field recordings of things like specific sounds of nature & experimental percussion/vocalizations?

A: This is an amazing microphne with a very tight pickup pattern. It will sound great great for that use.

Q: 4. Can I buy something to make this microphone wireless? Or does it need to be a cord..

A: Sennheiser does have a wireless version of the e945 mic. It is the Sennheiser EW 500-945 G3. Good luck!

Q: 5. Do I need to buy accessories to connect it to my computer?

A: Yes. There are two ways to connect to your computer; a cable/adaptor, which will allow connection to the 3.5mm (TRRS) mic into computer or, better, connect to an audio interface, which provides higher quality audio. B&H Product #'s: MOTCB2 RORCC10USXF

Q: 6. I already own the e945 it,s a beauty but i need to get some pop socks can somone please assist me?.....

A: Click the accessories buttonJImC

Q: 7. I would like to use this microphone to record Voice Overs with. Can you recommend a good "pop filter" for it?

A: Here's a quality pop filter option B&H # THPF842S.

Q: 8. is it metal?

A: The Behringer BA 85A Dynamic Microphone (BH # BEBA85AV2) is all metal.

Q: 9. What is the maximum suggested distance to use this mic indoors when lavs and handhelds aren't an option?

A: The operating distance for the Sennheiser MKH 50 P48 Microphone will vary depending on the environment, the ambient sounds in the background, as well as the number of people you will be recording and the volume of their voices. Under optimal conditions in a quiet indoor environment without any background noise, the MKH 50 can pick up sounds from around 6 feet to up to approximately 10 feet away. The best thing to do is to monitor through headphones and do some test recordings while you are setting up the mic to make sure the audio is clear.

Q: 10. How long is the cable?

A: The cable included with this Karaoke USA M189 Dynamic Microphone measures 9.8 feet.