EXPERT SOUND,
Beta Microphones
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PRECISION-ENGINEERED PERFORMANCE FOR DEMANDING ENVIRONMENTS.
For over two decades, Beta microphones have been the choice of top touring and recording
professionals for capturing fine details in demanding acoustic environments. Each specialised
model is precision-engineered for focused, accurate reproduction of the intended source.
Recognised for their superior construction, low handling noise and high gain-before-feedback,
Beta microphones redefine sensitivity and control for essential, expert sound reinforcement.
VOCAL
BETA 58A BETA 87A BETA 87C
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The Beta 58A is the leading choice
among vocalists and touring professionals
worldwide. Featuring a smooth, present
sound and wide frequency response,
its supercardioid polar pattern provides
maximum sound isolation and minimum
off-axis tone colouration.
Vocal Microphone
As one of the most popular vocal condenser
microphones, the Beta 87A offers a smooth,
tailored response for a warm, present and
accurate sound reproduction. The supercardioid polar pattern provides maximum
sound isolation and minimum off-axis tone
colouration.
Vocal Microphone
The cardioid polar pattern of the Beta 87C
features an extremely smooth, tailored
response for a warm, natural sound and
an excellent rear rejection. It helps to
compensate for the noise bleed, which is
often associated with the use of personal
monitors.
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VOCAL
BETA 53 BETA 54
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Headworn Vocal Microphone
Delivers detailed, uncoloured vocal reproduction through
an omnidirectional polar pattern in a lightweight and
fully adjustable design. Ideal for spoken word and vocal
applications such as theatre performance, speech, trade
shows and seminars.
Headworn Vocal Microphone
Features a smooth, tailored response for a warm, natural sound in
a lightweight and fully adjustable design. The supercardioid polar
pattern provides maximum sound isolation and is ideal for lead and
backing vocals on stage and for live recording applications.
High Boost Equalisation Cap
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Large-Diaphragm
Side-Address Microphone
Low self-noise and a supercardioid
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polar pattern that delivers high gain-beforefeedback makes the Beta 27 ideal for
critical live and studio applications. It has a
flat, neutral frequency response for natural
sound reproduction.
Side-Address Microphone
Featuring an ultra compact, small
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diaphragm side-address condenser microphone, the Beta 181 offers interchangeable capsules for different polar patterns.
This enables discreet placement and
versatility in tight conditions for various
applications.
Interchangeable capsules:
Cardioid
Supercardioid
Omnidirectional
Bidirectional
Boundary Microphone
The Beta 91A is optimised for kick
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drums and other low frequency applications.
It uses a half-cardioid condenser boundary
microphone with an integrated XLR preamplifier that is tailored for a strong low-end
response. It has a two-position contour
switch for optimised sound signature
depending on application.
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Instrument Microphone
Precision-engineered with a high
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output miniature cardioid condenser
microphone, the Beta 98A/C provides
warm, natural sound reproduction, with
smooth high-end response. The compact
design allows for discreet placement on
a variety of acoustic or amplified
instruments. Swivel adapter for
Beta 98A/C included.
Instrument Microphone
Precision-engineered for high SPL
instrument applications, the Beta 98S
provides a clear and detailed sound
reproduction. The supercardioid polar
pattern offers excellent rejection of
unwanted sound and high gain-beforefeedback. Swivel adapter for Beta 98S
included.
Miniature Drum Microphone
The cardioid condenser microphone
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Beta 98AMP/C with integrated preamplifier,
provides a smooth, natural, tailored response.
It has an extremely high maximum SPL and
wide dynamic range, ideal for drums and
percussion. It offers a flexible gooseneck
and the A75M universal microphone mount
for accurate and secure placement in any
configuration.
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Drum Microphone
Built for toms, snares and percus-
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sion instruments, the Beta 98AD/C uses
a miniature cardioid condenser microphone
for a smooth, natural, tailored response.
The A98D drum mount has a flexible
gooseneck for accurate and secure
placement in any configuration.
Drum Microphone
Built for toms, snares and percussion
instruments, the Beta 98D/S uses a
supercardioid condenser microphone for
a clear, detailed sound reproduction and
excellent rejection of unwanted audio.
The A98D drum mount has a flexible
gooseneck for accurate and secure
placement in any configuration.
Instrument Microphone
Built for brass, woodwind and percussion
instruments, the Beta 98H/C uses a
miniature cardioid condenser microphone
with a tailored frequency response for
open, natural sound. It has a flexible
gooseneck mount that clamps directly to
the bell or rim for precise positioning.
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INSTRUMENT
BETA 57A BETA 52A BETA 56A
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Instrument Microphone
The Beta 57A provides a warm, tailored
and present sound for amplified or acoustic
instruments. A tight supercardioid polar
pattern provides high gain-before-feedback
and maximum sound isolation, with
minimum off-axis tone colouration.
Kick Drum Microphone
Featuring an integrated locking stand
adapter, the extremely rugged Beta 52A
with its supercardioid polar pattern
provides superb attack and “punch”.
Ideal for kick drums and other lowfrequency applications.
Snare + Tom Drum Microphone
The supercardioid polar pattern of the
Beta 56A ensures maximum sound
isolation and offers warm, present sound
and “punch”. Specifically tailored for close
miking of snares and toms, it features an
integrated locking stand adapter.
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ACCESSORIES
A75M – Universal Microphone Mount A98D – Drum Microphone Mount A25D – Microphone Swivel Adapter
Rugged microphone mounting
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accessory for versatile and secure
placement and removal. Featuring a
dual-jaw, quick-release design for easy
mounting drums, percussion, drum
hardware and stands. Applicable for most
Shure microphone models.
Allows attachment and positioning of
Shure model Beta 98S, Beta 98D/S,
Beta 98A/C, Beta 98AD/C and SM98
to the side of a drum. The gooseneckadapter allows for optimum microphone
placement, and can be inserted into the
horizontal or vertical slots of the clamp
for positioning flexibility.
Securely holds the following Beta microphone models: Beta 57A, Beta 58A,
Beta 87A and Beta 87C.
Windscreens
Different windscreen options available for vocal and headworn
microphones (image shows A58WS).
RPM626 – Replacement Preamplifier
For Beta 53, Beta 54, Beta 91, Beta 98S, Beta 98D/S,
Beta 98A/C and Beta 98AD/C microphones.
Technical Specifications
Model Type Frequency Polar Sensitivity Output Maximum SPL Net
Response Pattern (at 1 kHz) Impedance (at 1% kHz; 1kΩ load) Weight
Externally 20 to 20,000 Hz Supercardioid -37 dBV/Pa 160 Ω 134 dB (148 dB, Pad off) Microphone:
BETA 27
Biased (14.1 mV/Pa) (1% THD) 428 grams
Condenser With Stand Mount:
537 grams
Dynamic 20 to 10,000 Hz Supercardioid -64 dBV/Pa 45 Ω NA 605 grams
BETA 52A
(0.6 mV/Pa)
Condenser 20 to 20,000 Hz Omnidirectional -50 dBV/Pa 136 Ω 147 dB; (1% THD) 35.35 grams
BETA 53
(electret) (3.16 mV/Pa)
Condenser 50 to 20,000 Hz Supercardioid -52 dBV/Pa 136 Ω 149 dB; (1% THD) 35.35 grams
BETA 54
(electret) (2.5 mV/Pa)
Dynamic 50 to 16,000 Hz Supercardioid -51 dBV/Pa 290 Ω NA 468 grams
BETA 56A
(2.8 mV/Pa)
Dynamic 50 to 16,000 Hz Supercardioid -51 dBV/Pa 290 Ω NA 275 grams
BETA 57A
(2.8 mV/Pa)
Dynamic 50 to 16,000 Hz Supercardioid -51.5 dBV/Pa 290 Ω NA 278 grams
BETA 58A
(2.88 mV/Pa)
Condenser 50 to 20,000 Hz Supercardioid -52.5 dBV/Pa 100 Ω 140.5 dB; (0.25% THD) 207 grams
BETA 87A
(electret) (2.3 mV/Pa)
Condenser 50 to 20,000 Hz Cardioid -51 dBV/Pa 100 Ω 139 dB; (0.25% THD) 207 grams
BETA 87C
(electret) (2.8 mV/Pa)
Condenser 20 to 20,000 Hz Half-Cardioid -48.5 dBV/Pa 146 Ω 151 dB 470 grams
BETA 91A
(electret) (3.8 mV/Pa)
Condenser 20 to 20,000 Hz Cardioid -50.5 dBV/Pa 150 Ω 153 dB 130 grams
BETA 98AMP/C
(electret) (3.0 mV/Pa)
Condenser 20 to 20,000 Hz Cardioid -48 dBV/Pa 179 Ω 144 dB Microphone: 12 grams
BETA 98A/C
(electret) (4.0 mV/Pa) With Drum Mount
(Beta 98AD/C):
BETA 98AD/C
210 grams
Condenser 20 to 20,000 Hz Supercardioid -59 dBV/Pa 150 Ω 156 dB Microphone: 12 grams
BETA 98S
(electret) (1.1 mV/Pa) Less Cable
Preamplifier:
BETA 98D/S
96 grams
Condenser 20 to 20,000 Hz Cardioid -56 dBV/Pa 150 Ω 155 dB Microphone with Cable
BETA 98H/C
(electret) (1.6 mV/Pa) and Preamplifier:
156 grams
Condenser 20 to 20,000 Hz Interchangeable Cardioid: -46.5 dBV/Pa 110 Ω Cardioid: 149.0 dB 145 grams
BETA 181
(electret) Supercardioid: -49.5 dBV/Pa Supercardioid: 152.0 dB
Omnidirectional: -52.0 dBV/Pa Omnidirectional: 154.0 dB
Bidirectional: -51.0 dBV/Pa Bidirectional: 153.5 dB
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this document is correct, we accept no liability in respect of errors or omissions.
All specifications within this document are subject to change without notice.
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