The Shure BETA 98/S is a premium instrument microphone which is ideal for use with a variety of instruments such as drums, conga, piano, reed, wind and string in both stage and studio applications.

It has a tailored frequency response of 20Hz – 20KHz and a high maximum sound pressure level (SPL) of 125dB. It has a supercardioid pickup pattern providing high gain before feedback.

A seperate in-line preamplifier is included as well as a 25ft detatchable cable to go between the pre-amp and the mic. The pre-amp output is through a male XLR socket, and requires phantom power.

This mic is also available with a drum mount. See Beta 98D/S.

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, allowing 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

Specifications:

• Transducer Type : Condenser
• Polar Pattern: Supercardioid
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Sensitivity (1 kHz): -59 dBV/Pa / 1,1 mV/Pa
• Equivalent Selfnoise:

  35 dB(A)

• Sound Pressure:
  • 156 dB (@ 1 kΩ)
  • 160 dB (@ 2,5 kΩ)
• Weight: 12 g 

Manufacturer: Shure