Description
Technical data at a glance
| Dynamic microphone for miking instruments and amplifiers. Features a built-in pop filter; particularly suitable for percussion, acoustic guitar, and wind instruments. | Transducer Type Dynamic | Characteristic Supercardioid
Dimensions (mm) | L: 257 | B: 120 | H: 82 | 0,55kg
:: Useful for Percussion, classical guitar, wind instruments
:: Included Accessories:
– A25D Shure A25D Microphone Clamp standard 25-30mm | black
– 95A2050 Shure Threaded adapter 5/8” » 3/8”
– 26A21 Microphone Pouch, 3/8″ Threaded Adapter
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Detailed description
- Who is the Beta 57A the right microphone for?
- For which instruments is the Beta 57A most commonly used?
- What is the difference from the legendary SM57?
- Connecting the Beta 57A to a computer
The Beta 57A is a high-quality dynamic instrument microphone designed for studio use and professional live performances. It is a favorite among musicians and sound engineers, especially on very loud stages. Its consistent supercardioid polar pattern isolates the sound source, suppresses background noise from nearby instruments, and minimizes feedback.
It is particularly popular for guitar amps, drums (snare, tom), percussion, and wind instruments. Some singers also like to use this mic.
The SM57 has a cardioid polar pattern, while the Beta 57A has a supercardioid polar pattern—which fundamentally increases feedback resistance.
The Beta’s neodymium magnet offers higher sensitivity for higher output levels and clearer, more brilliant highs.
Furthermore, with its hardened steel grille, the Beta offers even greater durability compared to the already extremely robust SM57.
For digital recording directly on a computer, the Beta 57A can be quickly and easily connected to a computer’s USB port using the X2u XLR-to-USB interface.
Features
- Top-of-the-line dynamic instrument microphone
- Ideal for drums (snare, tom), guitar amps, and wind instruments; also suitable for vocals
- Powerful yet clear and articulate sound
- Consistent supercardioid polar pattern provides maximum feedback resistance
- Maximum gain and maximum suppression of background noise
- Handles even extremely high sound levels without distortion
- Neodymium magnet for high sensitivity and high output level
- Integrated pop filter minimizes distracting breath and wind noise
- Pneumatic shock mount minimizes impact and handling noise
- Hardened steel grille and extremely robust metal construction protect against damage
Physically
– Dimensions | L: 257mm | W: 120mm | H: 82mm
– Weight 0,55 kg
