The Shure Model 561 is an omnidirectional, low-impedance dynamic microphone designed for use on a stand or flexible gooseneck. Its smooth frequency response is tailored for optimum speech intelligibility, making it ideal for language labs, paging applications, and base station communications. The 561 is also suitable for use as a talk-back or cuing microphone in TV, film, and recording studios.
Use Shure A95 Line Matching Transformers to match a low impedance (300 ohm) microphone line to a high impedance amplifier or mixer input. The A95 is available with various input/output connectors.
The 561 may be wired for either balanced or unbalanced operation.
For balanced operation, the WHITE wire is connected to the positive audio input, the BLACK wire is connected to the negative audio input, and the SHIELD is connected to chassis ground.
For unbalanced operation, the WHITE wire is connected to the audio input, the BLACK wire is connected to audio ground, and the SHIELD is connected to chassis ground.
Internal Connections
Cable-To-Connector Wiring
Input Type | Wire Color | Function | XLR Connector | 1/4 inch Phone Plug |
---|---|---|---|---|
Balanced | White | Audio + | PIN 2 | Tip |
Black | Audio - | PIN 3 | Ring | |
Shield | Chassis Ground | PIN 1 | Sleeve | |
Unbalanced | White | Audio | -- | Tip |
Black | Audio Ground | -- | Sleeve | |
Shield | Chassis Ground | -- | Sleeve |
Dynamic (moving coil)
40 to 10,000 Hz
Omnidirectional
200 Ω
at 1 kHz, open circuit voltage
-57.5 dBV/Pa (1.33 mV) [1]
Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on white conductor with respect to black conductor
561 | 1.2 m (4 ft) two-conductor shielded, unterminated |
561-5M | XXXXERROR: [[ 5 m (16.34 ft) two-conductor shielded ]] DOES NOT EXISTXXXX, unterminated |
XXXXERROR: [[ Suitable for mounting on stand or gooseneck with 5/8-27 thread ]] DOES NOT EXISTXXXX
Silver and black aluminum with stainless steel grille
142 g (5.0 oz.)
255 g (9.0 oz.)
[1] 1 Pa = 94 dB SPL
The microphone shall be a moving coil (dynamic) type with a frequency response of 40 to 10,000 Hz. It shall have an omnidirectional polar characteristic and a low impedance rated at 150 Ohms for connection to inputs rated 19 to 300 Ohms. The microphone output level shall be –57.5 dBV/Pa. It shall be equipped with a non-detachable 1.2 m (4 ft.) cable (561), or a non-detachable 5 m (16.34 ft.) cable (561-5M). The microphone shall be threaded for mounting on a stand or gooseneck with a 5/8"–27 thread. The overall dimensions of the microphone shall be 67.1 mm (2–21/32 in.) in length and 34.5 mm (1–3/8 in.) in diameter. The microphone shall be the Shure Model 561 or equivalent.
Dimensions
Frequency Response
Allen wrench (No. 4) |
80A67 |
18" Gooseneck, Chrome |
G-18 |
18" Gooseneck-Side Vent, Chrome |
G18A |
12" Gooseneck, Chrome |
G-12 |
6" Gooseneck-Side Vent, Chrome |
G6A |
Mounting Flange, Matte Silver |
A12 |
Mounting Flange, Heavy Duty, Matte Silver |
A13HD |
Grille for 561 |
RK85G |
This product meets the Essential Requirements of all relevant European directives and is eligible for CE marking.
The CE Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from: www.shure.com/europe/compliance
Authorized European representative:
Shure Europe GmbH
Headquarters Europe, Middle East & Africa
Department: EMEA Approval
Jakob-Dieffenbacher-Str. 12
75031 Eppingen, Germany
Phone: +49-7262-92 49 0
Fax: +49-7262-92 49 11 4
Email: info@shure.de