Shure BETA 98A/C Miniature Condenser Instrument Microphone
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Shure BETA 98A/C Miniature Condenser Drum Instrument Microphone with RK282 Shock Mount Swivel Adapter

SKU: SHB98AC

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Shure BETA 98A/C Specifications

  • Cartridge Type

    Electret Condenser

  • Frequency Response

    20 to 20,000 Hz

  • Polar Pattern

    Cardioid

  • Output Impedance

    179 Ohms

  • Sensitivity

    -48.0 dBV/Pa (4.0 mV)

  • Maximum SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD)

    1000 Ohm load: 144 dB

  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio

    64 dB
    S/N ratio is difference between 94 dB SPL and equivalent SPL of self noise, A-weighted (referenced at 94 dB SPL at 1 kHz)

  • Dynamic Range (at 1 kHz)

    1000 Ohm load: 114 dB

  • Common Mode Rejection (20 Hz to 20 kHz)

    > 50 dB

  • Clipping Level (1 kHz at 0.25% THD)

    1000 Ohm load: 1.0 dBV (1.26 V)
    THD of microphone preamplifier when applied input signal is equivalent to cartridge output at specified SPL

  • Self-Noise

    30 dB SPL (typical, equivalent SPL, A-weighted)

  • Polarity

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

  • Connector

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

  • Power Requirements

    11-52 Vdc phantom, 3.6 mA

  • Weight

    12 g (0.4 oz)

  • UPC Code

    042406187152

About Shure BETA 98A/C

The Shure Beta 98A/C Miniature Cardioid Condenser Microphone is essentially a Shure Beta 98A accessorized with the RK282 shockmount swivel adapter and 25 ft cable. The package is intended to perfectly mount and position the Beta 98A onto various microphone stands for capturing vocals, amplifier cabinets and a vast array of instruments. Its cardioid polar pattern effectively minimizes off-axis feedback and noise and its tailored frequency response reproduces drums with pristine results. The Beta 98A's high SPL response captures transients without noise and distortion. Its miniature profile is ideal for close positioning, without interfering with the performance.

Shure BETA 98A/C Features

  • Uniform cardioid polar pattern provides maximum gain-before-feedback and rejection of off-axis sound for smooth high-end response and control
  • Frequency response tailored for drums and percussion applications with a wide dynamic range for use in high SPL environments
  • Precision-engineered design for unobtrusive microphone footprint
  • Beta 98A/C ships with RK282 shock mount swivel adapter for attachment to any standard microphone stand

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Key Features

  • Uniform cardioid polar pattern
  • Frequency response tailored
  • Precision-engineered design
  • Beta 98A/C ships with RK282 shock mount swivel adapter

What's in the box:

  • Shure BETA 98A/C Miniature Cardioid Condenser Microphone
  • RK282 Shockmount Swivel Adapter
  • 25' (7.6m) Light Weight Cable
  • Zippered Carrying Bag
  • RPM626 In-Line Preamplifier
  • Snap-Fit Windscreen
  • Shure Warranty