Telefunken M80 SH Standard
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Telefunken
M80 SH Standard
Product Info
Article Number:
409495
Brand:
Telefunken
Model:
M80 SH Standard
Category:
Microphones for Snare Drum
Price:
$361.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The M80 SH Standard is a workhorse snare mic – punchy, reliable, and built to withstand a beating. It’s a great choice for rock, metal, and any genre needing a focused, aggressive snare sound. If you need a mic that cuts through a dense mix without flinching, this is a solid option.
Product Description
- Telefunken M80 SH Standard
- Microphone for Snare Drum
- Dynamic
- Supercardioid
- Frequency range 50 - 18
- 000 Hz
- Impedance: 325 Ω
- SPL max.: >135 dB
- Dimensions: 125 x 48 mm (length x diameter)
- Weight 340 g
- Colour: Black
- Incl. microphone clip holder
- 2 drum holders
- 5m XLR cable with angled plug
PROS
- • Robust zinc die-cast body provides excellent durability on stage.
- • Supercardioid pattern effectively rejects bleed from other drums.
- • Dynamic capsule handles high SPLs without distortion, crucial for snare.
- • Included accessories – clips, holders, cable – offer immediate usability.
CONS
- • Supercardioid pattern can be tricky to position consistently.
- • Lacks the nuance of a condenser for extremely detailed snare recordings.
- • Heavier than many snare mics, potentially impacting stand stability.
Product Video
Key Features
Mic Type
Dynamic
Polar Pattern
Supercardioid
Frequency Range
50 - 18000 Hz
Max SPL
135 dB
Sensitivity
-72 dBV/Pa (10 mV at 1 kHz)
Weight
340 g
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Frequently Asked Questions
The SM57 is a classic, but the M80 SH offers a slightly more aggressive, modern sound with a tighter low-end and a bit more high-end presence.
It's a functional cable, but it’s definitely a basic XLR – I’d recommend upgrading to a higher-quality cable for optimal signal transfer, especially in noisy environments.
While it *can* be used, its aggressive character isn't ideal for subtle nuances; a condenser mic would generally be a better choice for those applications.
