From Shure
The Shure Beta 98/S is a compact, high-output supercardioid condenser microphone for professional sound reinforcement and studio recording. Its extremely uniform supercardioid pickup pattern provides high gain-before-feedback and excellent rejection of unwanted noise. Its high maximum sound pressure level (SPL) makes it useful for a variety of instruments including drums, piano, reed, wind, and string. The Beta 98/S can also be used for amplified guitars.
The optional A98D drum mount has a specially designed gooseneck that allows the microphone to be positioned freely, yet holds it securely in place once the ideal placement has been found.
Features
- Tailored frequency response for studio quality performance
- Wide dynamic range for use in high SPL environments
- Uniform supercardioid pattern for high gain before feedback and superior rejection of off-axis sound
- Optional A98D drum mount is unobtrusive and versatile, allowing precise positioning of the microphone while holding it firmly in place
- Compact design reduces stage clutter
- Detachable cable for easy storage
- Interchangeable microphone cartridges with different polar patterns are available
- Legendary Shure quality, ruggedness, and reliability
- Type
- Condenser (electret bias)
- Frequency Response
- 20 to 20,000 Hz
(measured at 304.8 mm [1 ft] from a spherical sound source, free field conditions)
- Polar Pattern
- Supercardioid (as supplied), uniform with frequency, symmetrical about axis. Cartridge for cardioid polar pattern also available.
Output Level (at 1,000 Hz)
- Open Circuit Voltage
- -59 dBV/Pa* (1 mV) typical
1 Pa = 94 dB SPL
- Maximum SPL
- (20 Hz to 20 kHz, less than 1% THD)
- 2.5 kilohm load
- 160 dB
- 1 kilohm load
- 156 dB
- Preamplifier Output Clipping Level
- (20 Hz to 20 kHz, less than 1% THD)
- 2.5 kilohm load
- + 6 dBV (2.0 V)
- 1 kilohm load
- + 2 dBV (1.26 V)
- Dynamic Range
- (at 20 Hz to 20 kHz, less than 1% THD, 2.5 kilohm load)
125 dB (max SPL minus A-weighted noise)
- Output Noise
- 35 dB SPL, A-weighted
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio
- 59 dB re 94 dB SPL
- Output Impedance
- Rated at 150 ohms (actual)
- Recommended minimum load impedance
- 1 kilohm
- Hum Pickup
- 7.5 dB equivalent SPL in 1 mOe field (60Hz)
- Polarity
- Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3
- Phantom Power
- 48 Vdc +/- 4 Vdc(IEC-268-15/DIN 45 596), positive pins 2 and 3.
- Cable
- 7.6 m (25 ft) light-weight, two-conductor shielded, TA4F to TA3F mini connectors.
Case
- Microphone
- Matte black enamel brass case and stainless steel inner grille
- Preamplifier
- Matte black enamel finished steel
Dimensions
- Microphone
- 11.7 mm X 35.6 mm (0.46 in. X 1.40 in.)
- Preamplifier
- 20 mm X 99 mm (0.79 in. X 3.89 in.)
Net Weight
- Microphone
- 12 g (0.4 oz) less cable
- Preamplifier
- 96 g (3.4 oz)
Manuals & documents
Free 3-Year Warranty
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Returns
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