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BETA 98A Compact Condenser Drum Mic
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The Shure Beta 98A is a precision-engineered compact, high-output miniature condenser microphone for professional sound reinforcement and studio recording. An extremely uniform cardioid polar pattern provides excellent gain-before-feedback and off-axis rejection of unwanted noise.
Both Beta 98A configurations feature high sound pressure level capability (SPL). Beta 98AD/C includes A98D drum mount with flexible gooseneck that makes it an essential, accurate choice for toms, snares, and percussion. Beta 98A/C is recommended for a variety of acoustic or amplified instruments including drums, piano, reed, wind, and strings.
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 models ship with external in-line preamplifier for discreet cable placement, snap-fit windscreen, and zipper pouch Beta 98AD/C ships with A98D drum mount featuring a flexible gooseneck for precise placement and secure attachment Beta 98A/C ships with RK282 shock mount swivel adapter for attachment to any standard microphone stand |
Details
Type Electret Condenser Frequency Response 20 to 20,000 Hz Polar Pattern Cardioid Output Impedance 179 Ohms Sensitivity (at 1 kHz, open circuit voltage) –48.0 dBV/Pa (4.0 mV) Maximum SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD) 1000 Ohm load: 144 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio (referenced at 94 dB SPL at 1 kHz) 64 dB S/N ratio is difference between 94 dB SPL and equivalent SPL of self noise, A-weighted 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 (typical, equivalent SPL, A-weighted) 30 dB SPL Polarity Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3 Weight Net: 12 g (0.6 oz.) Connector Three-pin professional audio (XLR), male, balanced Power Requirements 11-52 Vdc phantom, 3.6 mA