Shure Beta 98 Specification Sheet
Product Specifications
Beta 98 Miniature Supercardioid Condenser Microphone
Overview
The Shure Beta 98/S is a compact, high-output miniature condenser microphone for professional sound reinforcement and studio recording.
It’s extremely uniform supercardioid pickup pattern provides high gain-before-feedback and excellent rejection of unwanted noise. Its high
sound pressure level capability (SPL) makes it useful for a variety of acoustic or amplified instruments including drums, piano, reed, wind, and
strings. The Beta 98 D/S miniature supercardioid condenser microphone is precision engineered to excel at professional sound reinforcement or
recording of toms, snares, and percussion. A tight polar pattern provides high gain-before-feedback and excellent rejection of unwanted noise.
Interchangeable cartridge design (cardioid cartridge available separately) allows further customization for specific applications.
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
• Tailored frequency response specifically shaped for drums, guitars, percussion and horns
• Wide dynamic range for use in SPL environments
• Optional A98D mount is unobtrusive and versatile, allows precise positioning of the microphone while holding it firmly in place
• Compact design reduces stage clutter
• Interchangeable microphone cartridges with different polar patterns are available
• Enamel coasted metal construction and stainless steel inner grille resist wear and abuse
Available Models
BETA 98/S
BETA 98D/S
Miniature Supercardioid Condenser Microphone
Miniature Supercardioid Condenser Drum Microphone
BETA 98/S
Specifications
Cartridge Type Electret Condenser
Frequency Response 20 to 20,000 Hz
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Output Impedance 150 ohms
Maximum SPL
(1 kHz at 1% THD, 1k ohms load)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
(referenced at 94 dB SPL at 1 kHz)
Dynamic Range
(at 1 kHz, 1 k ohms load)
Clipping Level
(1 kHz at 0.25% THD, 1k ohms load)
Equivalent Output Noise
(A-weighted)
Hum Pickup
(typical, at 60 Hz, equivalent SPL/mOe)
Polarity Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3
Weight Net: 0.12 kg (0.025 lbs)
Power Requirements 48Vdc ±4 Vdc phantom
156 dB
59 dB
S/N ratio is difference between 94 dB SPL and equivalent SPL of self noise, A-weighted
125 dB
2 dBV (1.26 V)
35 dB SPL typical
-7.5 dB
Furnished Accessories
RPM626
A98D
RK282
125 Hz
250 Hz
500, 1000 Hz
In-Line Preamplifier
Beta 98 Drum Mount (98D/S)
Shock-Mount Swivel Adapter (98D/S)
Polar Pattern
2500, 5000 Hz
6300, 10000 Hz
15000 Hz
95A2314
C98D
95A2398
Carrying/Storage Bag
4.6 m (15 ft.) Heavy-Duty Cable (BETA 98D/S)
7.6 m (25 ft.) light-weight cable (BETA 98/S)
+20
+10
dB
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3 mm (1/8 in.)
25 mm (1 in.)
51 mm (2 in.)
30.3 cm (1 ft.)
60.6 cm (2 ft.)
Frequency Response
1k 20k
98765432 10k5k2k
Hz
BETA 98D/S
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