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Shure Beta 87A Supercardioid Condenser Microphone

Premium supercardioid handheld electret condenser for vocal applications.

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The Beta 87 has consistently been a top choice of performers and audio technicians around the world due to its superb accuracy and detail, and rich vocal production. This long-standing favorite now features a new design and has been renamed the Beta 87A.

In response to user requests, Shure has redesigned this microphone by just slightly thickening the handle for a more comfortable feel when hand-held. In addition, the Beta 87A now includes the A25D break-resistant swivel adapter.

The Beta 87A condenser microphone leads the field for studio-quality sound in live performance vocals.

Features
Smooth, tailored frequency response provides detail, accuracy, and warmth for vocals

Extremely accurate supercardioid pattern at all frequencies provides the highest gain-before-feedback

3-stage pop filter minimizes breath pop and noise

Break-resistant stand adapter

Frequency response: 50 to 18,000 Hz

TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION

Cartridge Type: Condenser (electret bias)

Frequency Response: 50 to 20,000 Hz

Polar Pattern: Supercardioid

Output Impedance: Rated at 150 ohms (100 ohms actual +/-20%)

Recommended minimum load impedance: 800 ohms

Sensitivity (at 1,000 Hz):
Open Circuit Voltage 54 dBV/Pa (2 mV)
(1 Pa = 94 dB SPL)

Clipping Level (at 1,000 Hz):
1000 ohm Load ?6 dBV (0.5 V)

Power
Maximum SPL (at 1,000 Hz): 142 dB (0.25% THD, 1000 ohm load)

Self-Noise (equivalent sound pressure level; measured with true rms voltmeter):
25 dB typical, A-weighted
27 dB typical, weighted per DIN 45 405

Dynamic Range: 117 dB (maximum SPL to A-weighted noise level)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 69 dB at 94 dB SPL (IEC 651)*

Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 relative to pin 3

Power: Phantom Supply Requirement 11 to 52 Vdc, positive at both pins 2 and 3

Current Drain 1.0 to 1.2 mA

Connector: 3-pin (XLR) professional audio

Case: Aluminum construction with Blue Metallic finish, and hardened steel grille with nickel satin chrome plating

Net Weight: 200 g (7 oz.)

CATALOG DESCRIPTION

Handheld condenser for detailed vocal sound that cuts through the mix@Supercardioid polar pattern fights feedback@Vocal-tailored 50Hz-20kHz frequency response@3-stage internal pop filter@Includes break-resistant stand adapter

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