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VP88 Stereo Condenser Microphone |
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Product Code: VP88
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The Shure Model VP88 is a
single-point, stereo condenser microphone for use in professional
studio recording, field production, electronic news gathering
(ENG), and studio broadcasting applications. It combines two
condenser cartridges in a single housing to create a stereo audio
image of the sound source. It is unique in its ability to capture
the realism of a live event and yet withstand rigorous field
production environments.
- VP88 - Includes "Y-splitter" cable, foam windscreen, stand
adapter, 6V battery and zippered storage bag. Phantom power or
included battery required
- See also VP64A/VP64AL microphones
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| Features |
The VP88 uses a
mid-side (M-S) configuration. One microphone cartridge (Mid) faces
forward to capture on-axis sound using a cardioid pickup pattern.
The other microphone cartridge (Side) is bi-directional, capturing
sound from either side. The VP88 contains an internal M-S matrix
with three settings for different degrees of stereo image
seperation. The internal matrix can be bypassed if an external
matrix is used or if stereo imaging is done in post-production.
Switches on the top of the microphone control output mode, stereo
imaging, low-frequency rolloff settings, and battery
on/off.
- Time-coherent, Mid-Side (M-S)
design for optimal stereo imaging
- Built-in stereo matrix for
direct control of the stereo spread; direct M-S outputs
available
- Mono compatibility ideal for
broadcast applications
- 40 to 20,000 Hz frequency
response
- Low noise and
distortion
- Wide dynamic
range
- Switch-selectable, low-frequency
rolloff (12 dB/octave below 80 Hz) for reduced pickup of ambient
noise & stand vibration
- Operates on phantom power or a
6V camera battery
- LED power
indicator
- Internal shock mount for reduced
stand vibration and handling noise
- Built-in "pop"
screen
- Includes windscreen, swivel
adapter, and Y-cable
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| Specifications |
- Type : Single-point stereo (MS
configuration) condenser
- Frequency Response : 40 to
20,000 Hz
- Polar Pattern
Mid Cartridge: Cardioid (unidirectional)
Side Cartridge: Bidirectional
- Output Impedance
Rated at 150 (100 ohms actual). Recommended minimum load impedance:
800 ohms (may be used with loads as low as 150 ohms with reduced
clipping level)
- Sensitivity (1 kHz, MS mode) :
Open Circuit Voltage: -66 dB (0.5 mV) Mid. (Side level 1.6 dB
higher than Mid level) (0 dB=1 V/Pa)
- Side Level (Stereo mode;
relative to Mid level) : Low: -6.0 dB; Medium: -1.9 dB; High: +1.6
dB
- Clipping Level (1 kHz)
800 ohm Load (less than 1% THD)
-12 dBV (0.25 V)(Mid output, 1% THD)
-10 dBV (0.30 V)(Side output, 1% THD)
150 ohm Load (less than 3% THD)
-25 dBV (0.06 V)(Mid output)
-19 dBV (0.11 V)(Side output)
- Maximum SPL
800 ohm Load: 129 dB
150 ohm Load: 119 dB
- Hum Pickup : -4 dB equivalent
SPL in 1 millioersted field (60 Hz)
- Self Noise (Mid, Side, Left and
Right outputs; equivalent sound pressure levels)
24 dB typical, A-weighted
28 dB typical, weighted per DIN 45405
- Dynamic Range : 105 dB (maximum
SPL to A-weighted noise level)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio*
70 dB (IEC 651) at 94 dB SPL
*S/N ratio: difference between microphone output at 94 dB SPL and
microphone self-noise A-weighted.
- Overvoltage Protection
Maximum External Voltage applied to Pins 2 through 5 with respect
to Pin 1: +/- 75 Vdc
- Polarity
Positive pressure applied from any direction to the Mid cartridge
or from the left to the Side cartridge in the MS mode, or applied
from the front in the Stereo mode produces positive voltage on pin
2 relative to pin 3 (Mid/Left) and pin 4 relative to pin 5
(Side/Right).
- Power
Phantom
Supply Voltage: 9 to 52 Vdc
Current Drain: 1.3 mA/output; 2.6 mA total
Battery
Type: 6 V cylindrical*
Life: 70 hours**
Current Drain: 2.4 mA total
*Silver oxide (NEDA 1406SOP), lithium (NEDA 5005L), alkaline (NEDA
1414A)
**Fresh silver oxide or lithium battery; 40 hours with
alkaline
- Environmental Conditions
Operating: -18 to 57 degrees C (0 to 135 degrees F) (Relative
Humidity <90%)
Storage: -29 to 74 degrees C (-20 to 165 degrees F) (Relative
Humidity <80%)
- Cables
Y-Splitter Cable (supplied): 0.76 m (30 in.) vinyl-jacketed,
dual� shielded, 2-conductor with 5-pin female XLR connector
on microphone end and two 3-pin male XLR connectors on equipment
ends.
Microphone Extension Cable (Model C110; optional): 7.6 m (25 ft.)
vinyl-jacketed, shielded, 4-conductor with 5-pin male XLR connector
on one end and 5-pin female XLR connector on other
end.
- Case : Brass and nickel-plated
aluminum construction with stainless steel grille. Finished in
satin black vinyl enamel
- Dimensions : See User
Guide
- Net Weight : 417 grams (14.7 oz)
less battery and cable
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