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Shure Beta 87A Supercardioid Condenser Microphone

The Shure Beta 87A is a handheld vocal microphone with a long-standing reputation as a top choice of performers due to its superb accuracy and detail. 92 People rated this product: Rate and Review This Product
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Condenser mics have long been regarded as the best tool for creating high-fidelity recordings in the studio (especially from vocals). Because they're so fragile and so sensitive, they're generally not used on the stage. While dynamic mics are excellent on the stage, many performers miss the warmth of a condenser-recorded vocal track, so Shure created the Beta series; a line of handheld condenser mics that are sturdy enough for the stage, yet capture that amazingly warm, detailed sound you'd expect from a condenser.

The Beta 87A is Shure's flagship stage condenser. It features a supercardiod pickup pattern, meaning it will only capture sounds coming from directly in front of the microphone, all but eliminating feedback issues on stage.

Features:

-Highly detailed, highly accurate frequency response perfect for clear, warm vocals
- Supercardioid pickup pattern at all frequencies provides amazingly high gain-before-feedback
- 3 levels of pop filtering reduces unwanted breath and plosive noise
- 50 to 20,000 Hz frequency response

About Shure

Dedicated solely to building high quality microphone systems, Shure has been creating some of the most popular mics for both the stage and the studio since 1925.

Manufacturer's Description for Shure Beta 87A Supercardioid Condenser Microphone

The Beta 87 has consistently been a top choice of performers and audio technicians around the world due to its superb accuracy and detail, and rich vocal production. This long-standing favorite now features a new design and has been renamed the Beta 87A.

In response to user requests, Shure has redesigned this microphone by just slightly thickening the handle for a more comfortable feel when hand-held. In addition, the Beta 87A now includes the A25D break-resistant swivel adapter.

The Beta 87A condenser microphone leads the field for studio-quality sound in live performance vocals.

Features
Smooth, tailored frequency response provides detail, accuracy, and warmth for vocals

Extremely accurate supercardioid pattern at all frequencies provides the highest gain-before-feedback

3-stage pop filter minimizes breath pop and noise

Break-resistant stand adapter

Frequency response: 50 to 20,000 Hz zZounds is an authorized dealer of Shure products.
- Cartridge Type: Condenser (electret bias)
- Frequency Response: 50 to 20,000 Hz
- Polar Pattern: Supercardioid
- Output Impedance: Rated at 150 ohms (100 ohms actual +/-20%)
- Recommended minimum load impedance: 800 ohms
- Sensitivity (at 1,000 Hz): Open Circuit Voltage 54 dBV/Pa (2 mV) (1 Pa = 94 dB SPL)
- Clipping Level (at 1,000 Hz): 1000 ohm Load 6 dBV (0.5 V)
- Power Maximum SPL (at 1,000 Hz): 142 dB (0.25% THD, 1000 ohm load)
- Self-Noise (equivalent sound pressure level; measured with true rms voltmeter): 25 dB typical, A-weighted, 27 dB typical, weighted per DIN 45 405
- Dynamic Range: 117 dB (maximum SPL to A-weighted noise level)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 69 dB at 94 dB SPL (IEC 651)*
- Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 relative to pin 3
- Power: Phantom Supply Requirement 11 to 52 Vdc, positive at both pins 2 and 3
- Current Drain 1.0 to 1.2 mA
- Connector: 3-pin (XLR) professional audio
- Case: Aluminum construction with Blue Metallic finish, and hardened steel grille with nickel satin chrome plating
- Net Weight: 200 g (7 oz.)
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Shipping Weight: 1 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 10 x 5 x 4 in
with Tripod Boom Stand and Mic Cable (18.5 Foot)
Shipping Weight: 8 lbs
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4.5 out of 5 (92 ratings) Rate and Review This Product
"better beta"
Sound: have a beta58, and it's been a hoss for 5 years, great mic...having said that 87a is the shizzle. stomps on my 58a, and that is a big suprise. sound quality is fantastic compares to studio condensers. have jbl mains and monitors and alesis board, off the chain Feature: no accessories but who cares, i've got all that Ease of Use: plug and play, requires phantom power but most current mixers provide that in their xlr channels Quality: it's a shure! passed the drop test, i expect to use it for quite a while Value: are u kidding me, if i lost it tommorow i'd spring for another belive me 250 is just fine Manufacturer Support: 10 for support, because i have never had a shure mic of any kind go wrong have 58's, and a beta 58 for over five years The Wow Factor: great look better sound, it is sexxxxxxxyyyyyy, i got that fo show Overall: i dare you to find a better mic for the price, you can try but it's a waste of time!
Style of Music: metal/hip hop
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This review has been selected by our experts as particularly helpful. "The Shure Beta 87A - Can't Be Beat!"
Sound: Let me put it this way: I've been using the legendary SM58 for the past 3 years and the Beta 87A completely eliminates that "Gee! I feel like I'm singing in a box!" feeling. It sounds so natural and so complete and so clear. Amazing! Also, this mic has been yelled into, sung "sweetly" into, and screamed into. No distortion - only chrystal clear, beautiful, natural sound... This is the sound of a condenser mic in a rugged, live performance package. I love it! Feature: I don't know what anyone would expect this mic to come with... I'd have been happy with just the mic, but it did come with a Shure bumper sticker, a carrying case, the user's guide, a cable tie, and some other stuff to... This mic is the "most useful feature" though! Completely amazing mic! I'm in love... Quality: Top-notch. Let me put it this way: This mic survives the famous Shure drop test and will stand up to just as much abuse as any other Shure product will - even though it's a condenser. Value: I'd buy it all over again if I needed to. Well worth my money - well worth yours... The Wow Factor: I bought it, didn't I? Overall: I don't plan on having to buy any other vocal mics ever. It's just for my voice and I expect this mic to outlast me!
Style of Music: Chrsitian Rock
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