Shure BETA 87A Condenser Microphone

Vocal microphone provides warm, accurate sound. It features high SPL capability and controlled low-frequency roll-off to compensate for proximity effect. Provides low susceptibility to RFI and a shock-mount system to absorb shocks and handling noise.

One of the world’s best-selling, single-element, condenser mic, the BETA 87A puts singers on a pedestal. Tailored frequency response concentrates on the upper midrange to raise vocal presence in the mix. So voices cut through clearly and resonate deeply with your audience.

Set your singing apart
The supercardioid pattern provides maximum isolation of your voice, giving you the chance to shine.

Never overpowered
Get right up on the mic without overwhelming the sound. Electronically controlled low-end roll-off keeps your bass from blasting over the mix.

Resists rattle
The advanced cartridge shock-mount system lets you handle the mic a little harder while absorbing any mechanical noise

FEATURES

• Smooth frequency response with gradual presence rise

• Highly consistent supercardioid polar pattern provides superior gain-before-feedback

• Electronic low-frequency roll-off compensates for proximity effect

• Wide dynamic range (117 dB) and low distortion characteristics

• Very low susceptibility to RFI and electromagnetic hum

• Advanced cartridge shock-mount system absorbs mechanical shocks and reduces handling noise

• Built-in pop filter reduces undesirable wind and breath sounds

• Legendary Shure quality and reliability

SPECIFICATIONS

Type: Electret Condenser

Frequency Response: 50 to 20,000 Hz

Polar Pattern: Supercardioid

Output Impedance: EIA rated at150 Ω(100 Ωactual)

Sensitivity at 1kHz,open circuit voltage: -52.5 dBV/Pa(2  mV)[1]

Maximum SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD,1 kΩ load): 140.5 dB

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Ref. 94 dB SPL at 1 kHz): 70.5 dB[2]

Dynamic Range at 1kHz,1 kΩ load: 117 dB

Clipping Level (1 kHz at 0.25% THD,1 kΩ load): -6  dBV (0.5  V)

Self Noise (typical,equivalent SPL, A-weighted): 23.5  dB

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

Net Weight: 0.207 kg(0.475 lbs)

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

Housing: Aluminum construction with painted blue metallic finish, and hardened steel grille with nickel satin chrome plating

Power Requirements: 11 to 52  V DC phantom power (1.2  mA)