Electro-Voice PL-80a Supercardioid Dynamic Microphone

The PL80a is a premium-grade supercardioid dynamic microphone designed to elegantly capture the character of vocals in live sound applications. Its EQ-friendly sonic contour adapts well to any vocal texture, allowing vocals to sit nicely in the mix without sounding harsh. Also available: PL80c with the classic beige PL finish.

Electro-Voice PL-80a Features

• Premium dynamic vocal microphone
• Incredible vocal power and clarity
• Robust, forgiving, EQ-friendly performance
• Superior off-axis rejection
• Ultra-low handling noise
• Exceptionally cooperative tonal characteristics

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• Transducer TypeDynamic
• Polar PatternSupercardioid
• Frequency Response80 Hz - 16 kHz
• Output Impedance600 ohms
• Sensitivity2.2 mV/Pa (-53 dBV)
• Connector3-Pin XLRM
• HousingDie cast zinc / Black Finish
• SeriesPL Series
• Dimensions
  • Height: 7.44" (189.0 mm)
  • Diameter: 2" (50.7 mm)
  • Net Weight: 11.8 oz (333 g)

About Dynamic Microphones at Sound Productions

If you’re looking for an all-purpose, heavy-duty microphone, look no further than a dynamic microphone. Equally outstanding in both the studio and live on stage, dynamic mics are an affordable, versatile, and classic option for nearly every miking application. Popular uses include live performances, studio recordings, man-on-the-street style interviews, as well as podcasts that aim for a professional “radio voice” polish.

Dynamic microphones work using a coil attached to a magnet. When sound waves cause the coil to vibrate up and down against the magnet, an electromagnetic current is induced; in simple terms, this turns the sound into an electronic signal to be channeled into a recorded version or—in the case of live sound—into a speaker to distribute the sound to the audience.