Shure 545d: 4-pin connector - where can I get one in the UK?

[paulbankier]

I have an old Shure 545d which I've had since the mid '80s. I've found recently in an old case and wish to re-use it, but if my memory serves me well, the 4-pin connector died and that's probably why it was stored.

Can anyone tell me where I can get a replacement 'male' connector at a reasonable price in the UK, googling suggests it is a "Amphenol part number 91-MC4M2". But RS-Components is 'discontinued, and eBay has one via
Audiospares:

eBay - The UK's Online Marketplace.

However I'm not sure if they are the same and Audiospares can't help with my query about compatibility.

I may get it working with a new cable and sell on eBay.
Thanks in advance.

Paul B, Lancs.

[Bill@WelcomeHome]

Switchcraft used to carry a nice little Shure Amphenol to XLR conversion kit, in a roll up bag. 1 each way of Amphenol 3 and 4 pin to XLR. I don't know if they still offer it or not.

Another clever fellow braised an XLR shell to the Shure, filed it off, and used XLR. You might need to extend the wires before adding the shell, as it extends the body length by about 2 inches.

Before you go through any trouble or expense though, you might want to check and see if the mic works. There are a lot of dead ones out there. Last year I threw away a box of them that I 'meant to fix' for the last 20 years or so.

Ebay, really? I guess anything old and dusty can be sold there. Don't get me wrong, I think the old Unidynes are a secret weapon for the guy on a budget, but that is primarily because they have no resale vale so they can be obtained cheaply.

[paulbankier]

Originally Posted by Bill@WelcomeHome

Switchcraft used to carry a nice little Shure Amphenol to XLR conversion kit, in a roll up bag. 1 each way of Amphenol 3 and 4 pin to XLR. I don't know if they still offer it or not.

Another clever fellow braised an XLR shell to the Shure, filed it off, and used XLR. You might need to extend the wires before adding the shell, as it extends the body length by about 2 inches.

Before you go through any trouble or expense though, you might want to check and see if the mic works. There are a lot of dead ones out there. Last year I threw away a box of them that I 'meant to fix' for the last 20 years or so.

Ebay, really? I guess anything old and dusty can be sold there. Don't get me wrong, I think the old Unidynes are a secret weapon for the guy on a budget, but that is primarily because they have no resale vale so they can be obtained cheaply.

Thanks Bill, that's helpful. (-:
I know, eBay!!, I have large newer mike arsenal for my double garage sized studio, but I no longer need this 545, hence selling. Yeah, you'd be surprised with eBay, some peeps will pay £36 for older unidynes. That'll help pay towards another pre-amp or such like.

Thanks again.

Paul B, Lancs.