Description Designed as a modular system that supports interchangeable capsules to accommodate a range of indoor and outdoor recording scenarios, the Shure VP89L long shotgun microphone delivers an extremely narrow 30° acceptance angle for highly directional sound pickup.Lightweight and rugged, the VP89L provides reliable operation and low susceptibility to hum, GSM, and radio-frequency interference. The phantom-powered preamp features a switchable low-cut filter to attenuate problematic bass frequencies such as rumble and a standard XLR 3-pin output for straightforward connectivity.Outfitted with a Class-A, discrete, transformerless preamplifier, the VP89L delivers a clean and quick transient response with minimal harmonic/intermodulation distortion and no crossover distortion. Short and medium-sized capsule barrels are available separately to suit various recording needs, rejection angles, and frequency responses. FeaturesFeatures an extremely narrow 30° acceptance angle for targeting sound sources over long distances—ideal for sporting events, electronic news gathering, wildlife recording, and outdoor shootsModular design allows optimal performance in a wide variety of production settingsClass-A, discrete, transformerless preamplifier provides transparent, extremely fast transient response with no crossover distortion and minimal harmonic and intermodulation distortionPremier production microphone crafted with Shure quality, ruggedness, and reliabilityDesigned for extremely low susceptibility to radiated and conducted hum, GSM, and radio-frequency interference (RFI)Excellent common mode rejectionLow self-noise and high output level40 Hz to 20 kHz frequency responseSwitchable low-cut filter (12 dB/octave at 200 Hz) for controlling rumble and overwhelming bass frequenciesLightweight, compact design accommodates prolonged operation, minimizing operator fatigue attributed to many shotgun microphonesAircraft-grade aluminum alloy construction resists wear and abuseOperates over a wide range of temperatures and humidityRequires 11 to 52 VDC phantom powerBalanced XLR 3-pin output connectorSupplied windscreen reduces light wind noiseCompatible with an array of Rycote Softie windshields, windshield kits, and suspension mountsSpecificationsMicrophoneForm FactorStand/Boom MountSound FieldMonoOperating PrinciplePressure GradientCapsule1 x Electret CondenserPolar PatternHypercardioid, LobarOrientationEnd AddressCircuitrySolid-StatePadNoneHigh-Pass Filter200 Hz, 12 dB/OctaveTone AdjustmentNoneGain AdjustmentNoneIndicatorsNoneOn-Board ControlsHigh-Pass FilterWindscreenFoam (Included)PerformanceFrequency Range40 Hz to 20 kHzMaximum SPL132 dB SPL (1 kHz, 1% THD, 2.5-Kilohms Load) 128.5 dB SPL (1 kHz, 1% THD, 1-Kilohm Load)Off-Axis Rejection9 dB at 60° 20 dB at 120° >20 dB at 180°Impedance115 OhmsLoad Impedance1000 OhmsSensitivity-33.5 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz (Open Circuit Voltage, 1 kHz)Output Level4 dBV (Max)Dynamic Range117 dB (1 kHz, 2.5-Kilohms Load) 113.5 dB (1 kHz, 1-Kilohm Load)Signal-to-Noise Ratio79 dB A-WeightedEquivalent Noise Level15 dB A-WeightedCMRR70 dBConnectivityOutput Connectors (Analog)1 x XLR 3-Pin MaleHeadphone ConnectorNonePowerOperating Voltage11 to 52 V (Phantom Power)Operating Current Consumption2 mAPhysicalColorGrayMountingMic Clip/Stand Adapter, Shockmount (with Optional Hardware)Included CaseSoft CaseConstruction MaterialAluminum, Stainless SteelOperating Temperature0 to 135°F / -17.78 to 57.22°COperating Humidity0 to 95%Storage Temperature-20 to 165°F / -28 to 73°CDimensionsø: 0.88 x L: 4.02″ / ø: 22.35 x L: 102.11 mm (Preamp) ø: 0.81 x L: 15.21″ / ø: 20.7 x L: 386.33 mm (Capsule)Weight6.1 oz / 172.94 gPackaging InfoPackage Weight2.6 lbBox Dimensions (LxWxH)22 x 3.6 x 3.6″
