Shure BETA 58A Dynamic Vocal Microphone

The go-to microphone for many singers, the Shure Beta 58 hails from the legendary SM58 but with an added presence boost and a punchier bottom end. Great for live vocals.  The Shure Beta 58A® is a high-output super-cardioid dynamic vocal microphone designed for professional sound reinforcement and project studio recording. It has become a leading choice among vocalists and touring professionals worldwide. The Beta 58A maintains a true super cardioid pattern throughout its frequency range. The Beta 58A has a shaped frequency response that is ideal for close-up vocals. The superb performance of this microphone is not affected by rough handling because of its rugged construction, proven shock mount system, and hardened steel mesh grille.

FEATURES

• Frequency response tailored for vocals, with brightened midrange and bass roll-off to control proximity effect
• Uniform super cardioid pattern for high gain before feedback and superior rejection of off-axis sound
• Neodymium magnet for high signal-to-noise output
• Hardened steel mesh grille that resists wear and abuse
• Advanced pneumatic shock mount system that minimizes transmission of mechanical noise and vibration
• Minimally affected by varying load impedance
• Legendary Shure quality and reliability

SPECIFICATIONS

Type

• Dynamic (moving coil)

Frequency Response

• 50 to 16,000 Hz

• Supercardioid, rotationally symmetrical about the microphone axis, uniform with frequency.

• Open Circuit Voltage: -51.5 dBV/Pa* (2.6 mV)
• *1 Pa = 94 dB SPL

• The rated impedance is 150 ohms (290 ohms actual) for connection to microphone inputs rated low Z Phasing.
• Positive pressure on the diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3.

• Silver blue enamel-painted die-cast metal with a hardened, matte-finished, spherical steel mesh grille.

• Slip-in microphone mounting, unbreakable, adjustable through 180 degrees with standard 5/8"-27 thread, black finish.

• See User Guide.

• 278 grams (9.92 oz)