Shure BETA 57A Supercardioid Dynamic Microhone with High Output Neodymium Element for Vocal/Instrument Applications
Consistently excellent performance has made Beta microphones the choice of top performers worldwide. Renowned for their warmth, presence and sensitivity to fine detail, Beta cartridge configurations and carefully tailored response curves are as distinctive as the artists who prefer them. All models feature maximum isolation and minimum off-axis coloration.The Shure Beta 57A® is a high output supercardioid dynamic microphone designed for professional sound reinforcement and project studio recording. It maintains a true supercardioid pattern throughout its frequency range. This insures high gain-before-feedback, maximum isolation from other sound sources, and minimum off–axis tone coloration.Excellent for acoustic and electric instruments as well as for vocals, the extremely versatile Beta 57A dynamic microphone provides optimal warmth and presence. Typical applications include drums, guitar amplifiers, brass, woodwinds and vocals.FeaturesTailored frequency response provides drums, guitars, vocals, and horns with studio quality soundUniform supercardioid pattern for high gain-before-feedback and superior rejection of off–axis soundHardened steel mesh grille that facilitates use of proximity effect and resists wear and abuseNeodymium magnet for high signal–to–noise ratio outputMinimally affected by varying load impedanceAdvanced pneumatic shock mount system that minimizes transmission of mechanical noise and vibrationLegendary Shure quality and reliabilityNOTE: The curve above shows on-axis response at a distance of 2 feet from a uniform sound source. Your response may vary, depending on microphone position. Polar PatternSupercardioid, rotationally symmetrical about microphone axis, uniform with frequency. Output Level(at 1,000 Hz)Open Circuit Voltage -51 dBV/Pa* (2.8 mV)*1 Pa = 94 dB SPL ImpedanceRated impedance is 150 ohms (290 ohms actual) for connection to microphone inputs rated low Z. PhasingPositive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3. ConnectorThree-pin professional audio connector (male XLR type). CaseSilver blue enamel-painted die cast metal with hardened, matte-finished steel mesh grille. Adjustable Stand AdapterSlip-in, adjustable through 180 degrees, with standard 5/8"-27 thread. Net Weight275 grams (9.6 oz)