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Shure Beta 98A Miniature Condenser Microphone

Get professional sound reinforcement in any situation without picking up unwanted noise, thanks to Shure's reliable, low profile condenser mic. (1) Read 1 review for this product | Rate and Review This Product
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The Shure Beta 98A is a compact, high-output, condenser microphone for professional sound reinforcement and studio recording. An extremely uniform cardioid polar pattern provides excellent gain before feedback and off-axis rejection of unwanted noise. Its high sound pressure level (SPL) capability makes it useful for a variety of acoustic or amplified instruments including drums, piano, reed, wind, and strings.

Features:

- Premier live performance microphone with Shure quality, ruggedness, and reliability
- Uniform cardioid pickup pattern for maximum gain before feedback and superior rejection of off-axis sound
- Tailored frequency response specifically shaped for drums, percussion, reeds, and horns
- Compact design reduces stage clutter
- Wide dynamic range for use in high SPL environments
- Enamel-coated metal construction and stainless steel inner grille resist wear and abuse
- Exceptional low-frequency reproduction
- Extremely high SPL handling
- High output level
- No crossover distortion
- Beta 98ADC ships with A98D drum mount featuring a flexible gooseneck for precise placement and secure attachment
- Beta 98AC ships with RK282 shock mount swivel adapter for attachment to any standard microphone stand

Both Shure Beta 98A configurations feature high sound pressure level capability (SPL). Shure Beta 98AD/C includes Shure's A98D drum mount with flexible gooseneck that makes it an essential, accurate choice for toms, snares, and percussion. The Shure Beta 98A/C is recommended for a variety of acoustic or amplified instruments including drums, piano, reed, wind, and strings. zZounds is an authorized dealer of Shure products.
Cartridge Type: Electret Condenser

Polar Pattern: Cardioid

Frequency Response: 20 to 20,000 Hz

Output Impedance at 1 kHz: 179 Ohms

Sensitivity open circuit voltage, at 1 kHz, typical: -48.0 dBV/Pa (4.0 mV)

Maximum SPL 1 kHz at 1% THD: 2500 Ohms load 150.5 dB, 1000 Ohms load 144.0 dB
Signal-to-Noise: Ratio 64 dB

Dynamic Range at 1 kHz: 2500 Ohms load 120.5 dB, 1000 Ohms load 114.0 dB
Clipping Level 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 1% THD: 2500 Ohms load 8.0 dBV, 1000 Ohms load 1.0 dBV

Self Noise equivalent SPL, A-weighted, typical: 30.0 dB SPL-A

Connector: Three-pin professional audio (XLR), male, balanced

Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3

Power Requirements: 11-52 V DC[4] phantom power (IEC-61938), 3.6 mA

Net Weight: 12 g (0.6 oz.)
Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
Base Item
Shipping Weight: 2 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 10 x 5 x 4 in
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Shipping Weight: 2 lbs
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Shipping Dimensions: 11 x 8 x 5 in
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zZounds has verified that this customer bought this product from us. "Really great mic. Very convenient size/package."
Sound: I really like this mic for snares. It has helped us get a sound that is much closer to what we are looking for. We were using the SM57. Our original reason for replacing the SM57 with the Beta98 was because of space issues. The size and mounting options for the Beta 98 make it much easier to mount when the drummer insists on setting up his drums in the most compact manner possible. Manufacturer Support: Never had to make use of Shure support. In my opinion, support that never has to be used is the best support. Overall: I plan on buying several more of these mics. Thus far, the only thing keeping me from ordering another four of them is the fact that I can't afford to at the moment.
Style of Music: Rock/Metal, little-bit-of-everything
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