{"product_id":"pga181-lc","title":"SHURE PGA181-LC - Side-Address Cardioid Condenser Microphone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7g7BeezFieY\" height=\"563\" width=\"1000\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003eSide-address cardioid condenser microphone delivers excellent sound for a variety of applications Features include rejection of unwanted noise and an updated industrial design with a black, metallic finish and grille. Includes stand and pouch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePRODUCT DETAILS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__desc\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PGA181 is a side-address cardioid condenser microphone with a smooth frequency response and highly durable construction that delivers excellent sound. Extremely versatile, the PGA181 is a go-to mic for use with a wide range of applications, including acoustic and amplified instruments, vocals and live rehearsal, recording and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-variant-pricing\" id=\"product-variant-pricing-details\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__tabbed\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__tabbed-nav\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"product-details__tabbed-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tabbed-section__item tabbed-section__item--visible\" data-tab=\"tab_1\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTailored microphone cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edesign for smooth and versatile reproduction of sound sources.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCardioid polar pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epicks up audio from the source while rejecting unwanted noise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpdated industrial design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith black metallic finish and grille for unobtrusive visual presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable with XLR Cable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(4.57 m) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStand adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor mounting to a microphone stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZipper pouch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eincluded for additional protection during storage or transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLegendary Shure quality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edesign and construction for exceptional performance in rigorous environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"c_54417D20-5CE1-58BD-D721-B63768722623\" class=\"topic_level1 tab-pane active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"c_6B2EB2EA-8F6C-B1CB-1D8B-5FAFFCEF2E59\" class=\"topic_level2\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"H2_heading\"\u003eGeneral Rules for Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"P1_bullet_last\"\u003eDo not cover any part of the microphone grille with your hand, as this will adversely affect microphone performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"P1_bullet_last\"\u003eAim the microphone toward the desired sound source (such as the talker, singer, or instrument) and away from unwanted sources.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"P1_bullet_last\"\u003ePlace the microphone as close as practical to the desired sound source.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"P1_bullet_last\"\u003eWork close to the microphone for extra bass response.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"P1_bullet_last\"\u003eUse only one microphone to pick up a single sound source.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"P1_bullet_last\"\u003eFor better gain before feedback, use fewer microphones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"P1_bullet_last\"\u003eKeep the distance between microphones at least three times the distance from each microphone to its source (“three to one rule”).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"P1_bullet_last\"\u003ePlace microphones as far as possible from reflective surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"P1_bullet_last\"\u003eAdd a windscreen when using the microphone outdoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"P1_bullet_last\"\u003eAvoid excessive handling to minimize pickup of mechanical noise and vibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"c_FFC64297-62DD-582B-869F-2246BEC5355A\" class=\"topic_level1 tab-pane\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"H1_heading\"\u003eConnecting to a Mixer or Computer\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"dltable table\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"25%\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"75%\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"P1_defTerm\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"P1_defTerm\"\u003eCables\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"P1_defDefinition\"\u003eUse only balanced (three-conductor) cables. Otherwise, the cable will not carry phantom power to the microphone. If using an adapter for 6.5mm (1\/4\") inputs, it must have tip-ring-sleeve (TRS) contacts.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"P1_defTerm\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"P1_defTerm\"\u003eComputer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"P1_defDefinition\"\u003eTo deliver audio directly to a computer, use a USB audio interface with an XLR microphone input that provides +48V phantom power, such as the Shure MVi.\n\u003cdiv class=\"figure\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"figure\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"807.8406px\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/shure-pubs-staging\/graphics\/f_82536676-0c55-44a3-aabd-21b8be7409e4-ENG.png\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fig_desc\"\u003eConnecting to a computer using the Shure MVi audio interface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"P1_defTerm\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"P1_defTerm\"\u003eMixer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"P1_defDefinition\"\u003eWhen connecting to a mixer, use only balanced, microphone-level inputs with phantom power. Most mixers have a switch for phantom power, so make sure phantom power is on for that channel.\n\u003cdiv class=\"figure\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"figure\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"501.2px\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/shure-pubs-staging\/graphics\/f_2804670c-56df-436a-92a4-301446be2a4e-ENG.png\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"c_B50CEC5A-9569-D615-1F14-8F294EF0821C\" class=\"topic_level2\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"H2_heading\"\u003ePhantom Power\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"P1\"\u003eAll condenser microphones require phantom power to operate. This microphone performs best with a 48 V DC supply (IEC-61938), but it can operate with lower voltages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"P1\"\u003ePhantom power is provided by the mixer or audio interface that the microphone is connected to, and requires the use of a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ebalanced\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emicrophone cable: XLR-to-XLR or XLR-to-TRS. In most cases, there is a switch or button to activate the phantom power. See the user guide for the mixer or interface for additional information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"c_150D0779-E471-CB87-B77A-230E392EEA07\" class=\"topic_level1 tab-pane\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"H1_heading\"\u003ePositioning the Microphone\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"P1\"\u003eThe front of the microphone is marked by several indicators: four screws around the grille, the cardioid logo, and the PGA181 model number. Position this side toward the sound source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"figure\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"figure\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"128.1672px\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/shure-pubs-staging\/graphics\/f_867d6da7-1849-4145-adc4-d332e73d889d-ENG.png\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"c_11932708-BB8C-0A8B-DBD5-22539D85F53D\" class=\"topic_level1 tab-pane\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"H1_heading\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"P1\"\u003eThe following table provides a basic starting point for several instruments. Shure offers additional educational publications on microphone placement and recording techniques. Visit www.shure.com for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"table_p3l_zzw_fp\" class=\"t b l r table\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"25%\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"25%\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"50%\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"\"\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"\"\u003eDistance from source\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"\"\u003eTips\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"\"\u003eVoice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"\"\u003e1-3 inches (2-8 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"\"\u003eUse a pop filter (Shure PS-6) to prevent plosives.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"\"\u003eAcoustic guitar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"\"\u003e6-12 inches (15-30 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"\"\u003ePlace near the sound hole for a full sound, or near the 12th fret for a balanced, natural sound.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"\"\u003eDrums\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"\"\u003e3-6 feet (1-2 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"\"\u003ePlace in front of the drum kit to capture more of the kick drum, or as an overhead (above the kit, facing down) to capture more cymbals. Consider using additional Shure microphones placed on individual drums for more mixing flexibility and a thicker sound.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"\"\u003eAmplifiers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"\"\u003e1-6 inches (2-15 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"\"\u003eAim towards the center of the speaker for a clear, aggressive sound, or towards the edge of the speaker for a mellow sound.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"\"\u003eStrings or horns\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"\"\u003e1-6 feet (30 cm - 2 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"\"\u003eFor a single instrument, place the microphone close to the source. For a horn or string section, arrange players at an equal distance from the microphone.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"\"\u003eFull band\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"\"\u003e3-10 feet (1-3 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"\"\u003eFace the microphone towards the group, centered between instruments.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"P1_tip_note\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTip:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eClose microphone placement results in a full sound due to the proximity effect. Placing the microphone farther from the source results in more room ambience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"u_E835BB96-08A5-C936-A9A2-512B3D3E25EB\" class=\"topic_level1 tab-pane\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"H1_heading\"\u003eSpecifications\u003ca name=\"spec\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"spec1_title\"\u003eType\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec1_value\"\u003eElectret Condenser\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"spec1_title\"\u003ePolar Pattern\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec1_value\"\u003eCardioid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"spec1_title\"\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec1_value\"\u003e50 to 20,000 Hz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"spec1_title\"\u003eOutput Impedance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spectext_cond\"\u003eat 1 kHz, open circuit voltage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec1_value\"\u003e120 Ω, actual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"spec1_title\"\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spectext_cond\"\u003eat 1 kHz, open circuit voltage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec1_value\"\u003e-38 dBV\/Pa [1] (12.7 mV)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"spec1_title\"\u003eMaximum SPL\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spectext_cond\"\u003e1 kHz at 1% THD, 1 kΩ load\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec1_value\"\u003e138 dB SPL\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"spec1_title\"\u003ePolarity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec1_value\"\u003ePositive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"spec1_title\"\u003eConnector\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec1_value\"\u003eThree-pin professional audio (XLR), male\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"spec1_title\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec1_value\"\u003e383 g (0.8 lbs)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"spec1_title\"\u003eHousing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec1_value\"\u003eCast Zinc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"spec1_title\"\u003ePower Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec1_value\"\u003e48 V DC phantom power (4 mA)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec1_fn\"\u003e[1] 1 Pa=94 dB SPL\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"figure\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"figure\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"341.46139999999997px\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/shure-pubs-staging\/graphics\/f_31e0c2bc-2068-4bea-a9c7-b1c48a827204-ENG.png\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fig_caption\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"term\"\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"figure\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"figure\"\u003e\u003cimg width=\"253.3272px\" class=\"img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\/shure-pubs-staging\/graphics\/f_198dc395-4916-49cb-ae53-d8919858dcbc-ENG.png\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fig_caption\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"term\"\u003ePolar Pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"u_9A20C4DB-FD23-40C9-F242-373FF3217E97\" class=\"topic_level1 tab-pane\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"H1_heading\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SHURE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35414100705446,"sku":"PGA181-LC","price":172.55,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0432\/8590\/5574\/products\/shure_pga181_lc_pga_181_side_address_cardioid_condenser_1128565_2048x2048_d1564aa2-0ef8-47cd-8fc2-52310e5cf360.webp?v=1654205775","url":"https:\/\/seconcept.com\/en-us\/products\/pga181-lc","provider":"SE CONCEPT ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}