Description:
SHURE BETA 87A
Premium Supercardioid Condenser Microphone for Professional Vocals
General Description
The SHURE BETA 87A is a premium, professional-grade supercardioid condenser microphone designed specifically for vocal use. It adds studio-quality clarity to live mixes. Designed to capture brighter vocals with brilliant precision, the Shure BETA 87A is a premium-quality handheld supercardioid condenser vocal microphone with exceptionally smooth frequency response and high sound pressure level capability. Used for professional sound reinforcement, broadcasting, and studio recording applications, the Beta 87A combines superb performance with the ruggedness needed for touring and field production. The Beta 87A features a controlled low-frequency rolloff that compensates for the proximity effect and prevents the "boomy" sound often associated with close-up miking. The characteristic Shure presence boost brightens the upper midrange. The tight supercardioid pattern, with null points at approximately 125 degrees, provides maximum isolation from other vocalists or instruments while offering minimal off-axis coloration. The Beta 87A operates on phantom power. Smooth frequency response with a gradual presence boost. Highly consistent supercardioid polar pattern provides superior gain before feedback. Electronic low-frequency rolloff compensates for proximity effect. Wide dynamic range (117 dB) and low distortion characteristics. Very low susceptibility to RFI and electromagnetic hum. Advanced cartridge shock mount system absorbs mechanical shocks and reduces handling noise. Built-in pop filter reduces unwanted wind and breath sounds. Legendary Shure quality and reliability. Manufactured by Shure, a legendary brand in design and construction quality for exceptional performance.
Technical Specifications
| TYPE AND POLAR PATTERN | |
|---|---|
| Microphone Type | Electret Condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Supercardioid |
| Null Points | Approximately 125° |
| Noise Rejection | Yes - Maximum Isolation |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE | |
| Frequency Range | 50 Hz - 20,000 Hz (50 Hz - 20 kHz) |
| Smooth Response | Yes - Exceptional |
| Presence Boost | Yes - Gradual |
| Bass Rolloff | Yes - Electronic |
| SENSITIVITY AND OUTPUT | |
| Sensitivity | -37 dBV/Pa (14.1 mV/Pa) |
| Output Impedance | 100 Ω (Ohms) |
| Nominal Impedance | 150 Ω (Ohms) |
| Output Level | Professional Balanced |
| MAXIMUM SOUND PRESSURE | |
| Maximum SPL | 140 dB (140.5 dB) |
| Dynamic Range | 117 dB Wide |
| Distortion | Low Characteristic |
| POWER | |
| Phantom Power | Yes - Required |
| Phantom Voltage | 11 - 52 VDC |
| Optimal Voltage | 48 VDC |
| Self-Noise | Very Low |
| CONNECTORS AND CABLES | |
| Output Connector | Balanced 3-Pin XLR |
| Cable Type | Professional Balanced |
| CONSTRUCTION AND DURABILITY | |
| Cartridge Shock Mount | Yes - Advanced |
| Handling Noise Reduction | Yes - Excellent |
| Built-in Pop Filter | Yes - Integrated |
| RFI Susceptibility | Very Low |
| Electromagnetic Hum | Very Low |
| Durability | Professional Rugged |
| DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT | |
| Length | 192 mm (7.56") |
| Diameter | 51 mm (2.01") |
| Weight | 207 grams (7.30 oz) |
| SPECIAL FEATURES | |
| Premium Quality | Yes - Professional |
| Gain Before Feedback | Superior |
| Vocal Isolation | Maximum |
| Visual Presence | Premium Professional |
| BOX CONTENTS | |
| BETA 87A Microphone | 1 Unit |
| Stand Adapter Clip | A25D Included |
| Storage Bag | 26A13 Included |
| APPLICATIONS AND COMPATIBILITY | |
| Live Singing | Yes - Specialty |
| Sound Reinforcement | Yes - Professional |
| Broadcasting | Yes - Quality |
| Studio Recording | Yes - Premium |
| Production Tours | Yes - Rugged |
| ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS | |
| Manufacturer | Shure Incorporated - USA |
| Model | BETA 87A |
| Warranty | Shure Limited |
| Sales | Per unit |
Ideal for
The SHURE BETA 87A is ideal for professional live vocalists seeking maximum isolation, presenters and speakers in broadcasting, sound technicians in professional events, premium-quality recording studios, sound reinforcement in churches and religious spaces, users seeking wide dynamic range, those who value exceptional Shure construction, any application requiring a professional supercardioid condenser microphone, and clients looking for premium performance with a Shure warranty.