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Shure BETA 98S Miniature Instr' Condenser, Supercardioid £181.06
Description
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 acoustic instruments, including drums, percussion, piano, reed, wind, and string instruments. The Beta 98/S can also be used for amplified guitars.
The 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.
Beta 98/S - Includes In-Line Preamplifier and Shock Mount Clip
R.R.P. £224.66
Our Price: £181.06 Inc VAT
Technical Specifications
- 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
- BETA 98/S: 7.6 m (25 ft) light-weight, two-conductor shielded, TA4F to TA3F mini connectors.
- BETA 98D/S: 4.6 m (15 ft) heavy-duty, 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)
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--allows 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
