Shure 98H User Manual

Product Specifications

Miniature clip-on cardioid condenser instrument microphone with integrated horn mount, RPM626 in-line preamplifier, 25’ cable

Beta 98H/C Miniature Supercardioid Condenser Horn Microphone

Overview

The Beta 98H/C miniature cardioid condenser instrument microphone clamps onto the bell of wind instruments or onto the rim of percussion
instruments. The integrated gooseneck and ratcheting swivel joint allows the microphone to be easily positioned and secured, and an isolation
shock-mount reduces the transmission of instrument vibrations. A gooseneck angle brace is included to provide better retention of the desired
microphone placement.

Features

• Premier live performance microphone with Shure quality, ruggedness, and reliability

• Uniform supercardioid pick-up pattern for maximum gain before feedback and superior rejection of off-axis sound

• Smooth, wide frequency response with gradual presence rise and controlled proximity effect tailored for vocals

• Advanced cartridge shock mount system absorbs mechanical shock and minimizes handling noise

• Dent-resistant steel mesh grille and enamel coated metal alloy construction resist wear and abuse

• Effective built-in pop filter reduces undesirable wind and breath noise

• Very low susceptibility to RF and electromagnetic hum

Available Models

BETA 98H/C

Specifications

Cartridge Type Electret Condenser
Frequency Response 20 to 20,000 Hz
Polar Pattern Cardioid

Output Impedance 150 ohms
Sensitivity (at 1kHz, open circuit voltage) −56 dBV/Pa (1.6 mV)

Maximum SPL
(1 kHz at 1% THD, 1k ohms load)

Equivalent Output Noise
(A-weighted)

Dynamic Range
(at 1 kHz, 1 k ohms load)

Clipping Level
(1 kHz at 0.25% THD, 1k ohms load)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio
(referenced at 94 dB SPL at 1 kHz)

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

Power Requirements 11 to 52 Vdc phantom (1.2 mA)

1 Pascal=94 dB SPL
155 SPL dB

31 dB SPL (typical)

124 dB
132 dB

3 dBV (1.4 V)

63 dB

BETA 98H/C

Furnished Accessories

RPM626

In-Line Preamplifier

125 Hz
250 Hz
500 Hz

Polar Pattern

95A2398

1000 Hz
5000 Hz
10000 Hz

Carrying/Storage Bag

+20

+10

0

dB

–10

–20

20 50 100 1000 10000 20000

1 cm

(3/8 in.)

60.6 cm

Frequency Response

(2 ft.)

98765432 98765432

Hz

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