Shure VP 89S
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A "broadcast" microphone designed to adapt to shooting constraints
The Shure VP89 is a professional wired shotgun microphone developed for demanding audiovisual productions where voice intelligibility and control of the sound environment are paramount. Its distinctive feature is its modular design: instead of multiplying microphones, you evolve your tool according to the shot, subject-to-mic distance, and the reverberation level of the location. This approach is ideal for documentaries, fiction, interviews, or institutional recordings, with a simple logic: a reliable base and directivity adjusted depending on the capsule used.
Depending on the configuration, the VP89 series offers different coverage angles: 70deg for the short VP89S capsule, 50deg for the medium VP89M capsule, and 30deg for the long VP89L capsule. In this model, the short capsule is highlighted, designed to remain effective in more challenging spaces (reverberant interiors, close sources, framing movements), while maintaining the precision of a shotgun microphone.
Who is it for and what are its uses? A shotgun microphone tailored for boom pole, camera, and dialogue
The VP89 is aimed at sound engineers, boom operators, camera operators, and content creators who need a directional microphone capable of focusing on the voice while limiting off-axis sounds. Thanks to its lobar hypercardioid directivity, it is particularly suitable for dialogue capture, interviews, voice-over on set, or recording scenes where isolating a subject in a lively environment is necessary.
On set, controlling distance and axis is crucial: an effective shotgun microphone must remain clear without becoming harsh and offer sufficient headroom. With a max SPL of 132 dB, the VP89 handles more dynamic situations (projected voices, moderate action ambiances) without saturating too quickly, while maintaining a clean "broadcast" signature usable in post-production.
Technical specifications
| Frequency response | 65 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Sensitivity | -33,5 dBV/Pa (21,1mV) |
| SPL max | 132 dB |
| Category | Shotgun Microphone |
| Type | broadcast |
| Directivity | hypercardioid |
| Capsule | static |
| Nominal impedance | 115 Ω |
| Self-noise | 15 dB |
| Connection | XLR |
| Clamp included | No |
| Included accessories | Windscreen, carrying case |
| Color | Black |
| Weight | 117 g |
| Dimensions (mm) | Ø 21 x 235 |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Shure VP 89S suitable for indoor dialogue?
The short configuration features a 70° hypercardioid pickup pattern, which is suitable for close sources and reverberant environments. The switchable low-cut filter at -12 dB/oct below 200 Hz reduces rumble and vibrations. Its 235 mm length facilitates working with a boom pole.
What is the polar pattern of the short shotgun microphone?
The VP89S capsule provides a hypercardioid shotgun pattern with a 70° coverage angle.
Which capsules can be mounted on this microphone?
The modular design accepts, in addition to the supplied short capsule, a medium 50° capsule and a long 30° capsule, available as options. These configurations allow adjustment of the pickup angle according to the subject's distance.
What connectivity and power supply does the VP89S require?
Output is via an XLR connector with a nominal impedance of 115 Ω. No power supply information is provided in the specifications.
What accessories are included with the microphone?
A windscreen and a carrying case are included. No clip is supplied; high-protection Rycote windscreens, a pistol grip, and camera mounting systems are offered as options.
