Shure R104 – Replacement Cartridge for SM81 Condenser Microphone
Shure R104 – Replacement Cartridge for SM81 Condenser Microphone is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Shipping Availability*
Shipping Availability*
Free Ground Shipping on Most Orders Over $250.00
Looking for the best price or expert advice? Give us a call at 1-888-230-3661 or use the Live Chat below. Buying 1 or 100, you may qualify for greater savings beyond the advertised price.
Shure R104 – Replacement Cartridge for SM81 Condenser Microphone
Product Overview
The Shure R104 is the factory replacement cartridge for the Shure SM81 cardioid condenser instrument microphone. When properly installed, the R104 restores the SM81 to original performance specifications, making it the correct service part for AV facilities, broadcast studios, and houses of worship maintaining SM81 microphones in permanent installations or touring inventories. Specifying genuine Shure replacement cartridges ensures compatibility with the SM81 body and preserves the microphone's original audio characteristics.
Product Description
The SM81 is a professional cardioid condenser microphone widely used in commercial AV, broadcast, and live sound applications for acoustic instruments, choir overhead miking, and instrument pickup. When the capsule degrades or fails, the R104 replacement cartridge allows the SM81 body to be returned to service without purchasing a complete new microphone, reducing total cost of ownership for facilities with multiple SM81 units deployed. Installation requires basic soldering skills and standard tools. Facilities without in-house service capability should have the R104 installed by an authorized Shure service center to ensure correct installation and performance.
Key Features
- Factory SM81 Replacement Cartridge — Genuine Shure capsule assembly that restores the SM81 to original performance specifications when properly installed.
- Preserves SM81 Cardioid Condenser Performance — Maintains the SM81's frequency response and acoustic characteristics for acoustic instrument pickup, overhead miking, and broadcast applications.
- Extends SM81 Service Life — Allows cartridge-level repair of SM81 microphones rather than full replacement, reducing capital expenditure for facilities with SM81 units in service.
- Genuine Shure OEM Part — Manufacturer-specified replacement part ensures compatibility and performance consistent with the original microphone specification.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Compatible Microphone | Shure SM81 |
| Part Type | Replacement capsule/cartridge |
| Transducer Type (SM81) | Condenser |
| Polar Pattern (SM81) | Cardioid |
At Creartion Networks, we do everything we can to create an excellent customer experience. This includes fast shipping and easy returns.
- Most in-stock orders placed Monday-Friday ship within 24-48 hours. General restrictions apply; please see our full shipping policy here.
- We offer a 30-day return policy from the delivery date on many products. Product restrictions apply. Restocking fees for the return of open-box items. Please see our full return policy here for more information.
Nationwide Audiovisual Services, Design, Installation & Support
Creation Networks is a trusted nationwide partner for complete audiovisual solutions — delivering expert AV system sales, professional design, programming, installation, and ongoing support to organizations across the United States.
From Microsoft Teams Rooms and enterprise video conferencing to LED video walls, live streaming production, and hybrid collaboration systems, we provide end-to-end AV integration using premium, certified technology from industry leaders including Crestron, Q-SYS, Shure, Extron, and Absen.
Whether you operate a single location or manage facilities nationwide, Creation Networks ensures your AV systems are designed for reliability, scalability, security, and long-term performance — helping your organization communicate more effectively and operate at peak efficiency.
CREATION NETWORKS — A PARTNER YOU CAN TRUST SINCE 2006
