Model VP64 User Guide
Shure Brothers Incorporated
222 Hartrey Avenue
Evanston IL 60202-3696 U.S.A.
27A2533 (SF)
E
1997, Shure Brothers Incorporated
Printed in U.S.A.
GENERAL
The Shure Model VP64 is a high output omnidirectional
handheld dynamic microphone designed for professional
audio and video production. It combines exceptional perfor-
mance and comfortable feel with a handsome on-camera
appearance.
The VP64 is ideal for closeup use and can be used out-
side as well as indoors. Its omnidirectional pickup pattern
provides uniform pickup on or off axis, eliminating the need
for critical microphone positioning. The VP64 also features
a tailored frequency response with an upper midrange pres-
ence rise that adds crispness and clarity to speech. A low
frequency rolloff minimizes “boominess” and background
noise. The circuitry includes a neodymium magnet for higher
output and increased signal-to-noise ratio.
The cartridge is shock mounted for ruggedness and to
minimize handling noise pickup. Wind noise and “pop” are
reduced by the the supplied windscreen.
Features
•
High-efficiency circuitry uses neodymium magnet for
increased output and maximized signal-to-noise ratio
•
Frequency response tailored for optimum speech clarity
and crispness
•
Omnidirectional polar pattern eliminates need for critical
microphone positioning
•
Shock mounted cartridge for low handling noise
•
Supplied windscreen permits outdoor or indoor use with
minimum pop and wind pickup
•
Comfortable feel
•
Handsome appearance; ideal for on-camera applications
•
Legendary Shure ruggedness
SPECIFICATIONS
Type
Dynamic
Frequency Response
50 to 12,000 Hz (see Figure 1)
TYPICAL FREQUENCY RESPONSE
FIGURE 1
Polar Pattern
Omnidirectional, symmetrical about axis
Impedance
Low (330
Ω
actual)
Output Level (at 1,000 Hz)
Open Circuit Voltage
–71.0 dB (0.28 mV)
. . . . . . . . . . .
Power Level
–52.0 dB
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
0 dB = 1 mW/10
µ
bar
Phasing
Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive volt-
age on pin 2 with respect to pin 3 (see Figure 2)
WHITE
GREEN
1
2
3
CODED TERMINAL
CARTRIDGE
3-PIN PROFESSIONAL
AUDIO CONNECTOR
INTERNAL CONNECTIONS
FIGURE 2
