Shure R65 Cartridge for 565 Series, 566
Shure R65 Cartridge for 565 Series, 566 is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Shure R65 Cartridge for 565 Series, 566
Product Overview
The Shure R65 is the OEM replacement cartridge for the Shure 565 Series, PE56 Series, 566, PE566, and PE50SP UNISPHERE 1 dynamic microphones, restoring original performance when the factory cartridge wears or fails. It is the manufacturer-specified service part for organizations and technicians maintaining legacy Shure UNISPHERE 1 series vocal microphones. The R65 installs via a standard solder-replacement procedure using the wiring and terminal guidance documented in Shure's official installation instructions.
Product Description
The R65 provides direct cartridge replacement across the UNISPHERE 1 product family, including the 565, 565S, 565SD, PE56, 566, PE566, and PE50SP models. Installation requires removing the screen assembly, unsoldering leads with note of terminal polarity, connecting the replacement cartridge using the same wire color and terminal coding as the original, and twisting the cartridge counterclockwise five times before screwing in clockwise to prevent wire strain. For AV service technicians and institutions maintaining vintage Shure microphone inventory, the R65 is the correct factory service component.
Key Features
- Broad UNISPHERE 1 Compatibility — Single replacement cartridge services the 565 Series, PE56 Series, 566, PE566, and PE50SP, covering the full legacy UNISPHERE 1 microphone family.
- Genuine Shure OEM Part — Manufactured to the original factory specification, preserving the tonal characteristics of Shure's UNISPHERE 1 dynamic vocal microphone line.
- Twist-and-Seat Installation — Requires five counterclockwise wire pre-twists before screwing cartridge in clockwise, preventing internal wire strain and ensuring long-term reliability post-installation.
- Service-Life Extension — Enables component-level cartridge repair in lieu of full microphone replacement, preserving the serviceable body and housing of legacy units.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | R65 |
| Type | Replacement Cartridge |
| Compatible Microphones | Shure 565 Series, PE56 Series, 566, PE566, PE50SP UNISPHERE 1 |
| Installation Method | Solder replacement; 5-turn CCW pre-twist required before seating |
| Vendor | Shure Incorporated |
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