EN-SH89 shotgun microphone — EN-SH89 · Shotgun microphone with dedicated preamp

EN-SH89 microphone — EN-SH89 · Shotgun microphone with dedicated preamp

EN-SH89 · Directional microphone

Professional shotgun microphone with adjustable preamp

EN-SH89 is a professional shotgun microphone for discreet conversation monitoring and directional field recording. A 60 Hz–20 kHz microphone response, dedicated adjustable preamp and low-cut filters provide control over pickup and signal level.

Focused pickup from the direction of aim.
Adjustable preamp gain from +4 to +40 dB.
Low-cut filters on the microphone and preamp.
Microphone length approximately 54 cm; weight 195 g.
Preamp runs on six AA batteries or the supplied AC adapter.

Product code: EN-SH89

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Directional pickup with flexible signal control

Shotgun microphone

Condenser transducer with a combined pressure-gradient and line design for focused sound pickup.

Low-frequency filtering

Select a 60 or 160 Hz low-cut on the microphone. The preamp adds permanent infrasonic filtering and a switchable low-cut.

Battery or AC operation

Power the preamp with six AA batteries or the supplied AC adapter. An external gel lead-acid battery is another power option.

Full description

Focus on speech and sound from a specific direction

EN-SH89 uses a combined pressure-gradient and line design to provide directional audio pickup. Aiming the microphone at the source helps prioritize speech and other sounds in the area of interest.

The 60 Hz–20 kHz frequency response supports dialogue, environmental audio and wildlife recording. For remote listening, source level, surrounding noise and microphone placement all affect the result. Directionality helps select the source; it does not establish a fixed listening distance.

Control low-frequency interference at the microphone

A recessed low-cut switch selects a cutoff below 60 or 160 Hz, with a slope of 15 dB per octave. This allows the operator to reduce low-frequency content when it interferes with the recording.

The microphone is approximately 54 cm long and weighs 195 g. The gallery also shows the wind protection and carrying case. Mounts, connections and other accessories should be matched to the intended configuration.

Adjust gain and monitor the signal

The dedicated preamp provides gain adjustment from +4 to +40 dB and a 20 Hz–80 kHz frequency response at −3 dB. A 1/4-inch stereo headphone jack allows the operator to monitor the audio during capture.

A permanent 20 Hz infrasonic filter works alongside a switchable 150 Hz low-cut filter. These controls help manage low-frequency content as conditions change, while microphone positioning determines the direction of pickup.

Configure power for field or fixed use

The preamp runs on six AA batteries or the supplied AC adapter. Battery runtime depends on the power source: up to 8.5 hours with alkaline batteries, or up to 12 hours with an external 3,400 mAh gel lead-acid battery, under ideal conditions.

For recording, consider the DIGICELL recorder or other compact audio recorders, with input levels and connections reviewed for the setup. Applications include discreet listening, production sound and wildlife observation.

Technical specifications

Microphone
Operating principle	Combined pressure-gradient / line
Transducer	Condenser
Frequency response	60 Hz–20 kHz
Output impedance	150 Ω rated; 100 Ω actual
Listed output level at 1 kHz	−53 dB (2.2 mV)
Typical self-noise	16 dB SPL, A-weighted
Signal-to-noise ratio	79 dB at 94 dB SPL
Phantom power	11–52 V DC
Current draw	2 mA
Low-cut filter	60 or 160 Hz; 15 dB/octave
Operating temperature	−29 °C to +57 °C
Operating relative humidity	0–95%
Length	Approximately 54 cm
Weight	195 g
Listed dynamic range	111 dB

Preamplifier
Frequency response	20 Hz–80 kHz (−3 dB)
Gain	Adjustable from +4 to +40 dB
Maximum output at 0.5% THD	18 dBV
Listed output impedance	32 Ω–2,kΩ (value requires confirmation)
Headphone output	1/4-inch (6.35 mm) stereo jack
Permanent infrasonic filter	20 Hz; 18 dB/octave
Switchable low-cut filter	150 Hz; 6 dB/octave
Internal power supply	6 AA alkaline or NiMH batteries
AC power	Adapter supplied
Low-battery indicator	Yes
Overall dimensions	162 × 60 × 172 mm
Listed weight with batteries	Approximately 1.1 kg; whether this covers the preamp or complete kit requires confirmation

Battery runtime by power source

Power source	Runtime under ideal conditions
AA alkaline	Up to 8.5 hours
NiCd, 700 mAh	Up to 3 hours
NiMH, 1,100 mAh	Up to 5 hours
NiMH, 1,300 mAh	Up to 5.5 hours
NiMH, 1,600 mAh	Up to 7 hours
External gel lead-acid, 3,400 mAh	Up to 12 hours

Actual runtime varies with use and battery condition. AC operation uses the supplied adapter.

Applications

Discreet conversation monitoring

Capture speech from a position away from the speakers. Directional aiming, gain adjustment and filtering help adapt the setup to the acoustic environment.

Production sound and live events

Record dialogue and sound in theaters, on film sets and at sporting events. Headphone monitoring helps the operator assess the signal during capture.

Wildlife observation

Aim toward animal calls and environmental sounds for focused pickup. Battery operation supports work in the field.

Technical consultation and support

System selection

Describe your sound source, listening environment and recording requirements.

Recorder and accessory matching

Review connections, input levels and mounting requirements for your configuration.

Setup and training

Get guidance on positioning, gain, filters and power options.

Discuss your requirements

Configure your EN-SH89 microphone kit

Tell us about the listening environment and recording equipment you plan to use. Our team can review the configuration and provide pricing.

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