Shure Beta 98AMP/C Miniature Cardioid Condenser Drum Microphone
Shure Beta 98AMP/C Miniature Cardioid Condenser Drum Microphone
SoundPro Item: 23255 | Part Number: BETA 98AMP/C
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- Uniform cardioid polar pattern provides maximum gain-before-feedback and rejection of off-axis sound for smooth high-end response and control
- Precision-engineered design features integrated preamplifier and XLR connector to maximize setup efficiency while minimizing stage clutter
- Frequency response tailored for drums and percussion applications with a wide dynamic range for use in high SPL environments
- Flexible gooseneck for precise placement and easy adjustment
- Ships with A75M Universal Microphone mount with quick release, for versatile and secure instrument and/or stand mounting
- Enamel coated metal construction and stainless-steel inner grille resist wear and abuse
- Furnished with snap-fit windscreen and zipper pouch
The Shure Beta 98AMP/C is a compact, high-output, condenser microphone for professional sound reinforcement and studio recording. An ideal drum microphone for use with snares and toms, It features an integrated preamplifier with XLR connection, a flexible gooseneck, and is packaged with the A75M Universal Microphone Mount accessory for precision adjustments and minimal stage clutter. This instrument microphone has a wider dynamic range with a SPL level 7dB higher than Beta 98AD/C and the Beta 98A/C.
Featuring an innovative design that streamlines the microphone’s footprint for more flexible placement options and minimal stage clutter, the Beta 98AD/C boasts a frequency response that’s been tailored to drums, percussion, and other applications that require a wide dynamic range in a high-SPL environment. Its uniform cardioid polar pattern provides excellent gain-before-feedback and off axis rejection of unwanted noise for a smooth and natural high-end response.
Beta 98A Models
- The Beta 98AD/C includes an A98D drum mount. This drum mount features a flexible gooseneck for accurate placement and secure attachment.
- The Beta 98A/C is the same microphone, with the sole difference being it does not include the drum mount.
- The Beta 98AMP/C includes an integrated preamplifier. It comes with a flexible gooseneck and the A75M mount
Please note - any Beta drum microphone featuring the letter 'A' following the model number contains a new capsule and as a result you can expect a more natural high frequency response.
The Beta 98AMP/C is great for:
- Tom-toms
- Snare drums
- Cymbals
- Transducer TypeCondenser
- Polar PatternCardioid
- Frequency Response20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Output Impedance150 ohms
- Sensitivity at 1kHz, open circuit voltage, typical-50.5 dBV/Pa(2.5 mV)
- Maximum SPL 1 kHz at 1% THD
- 2500 ohms load: 157.5 dB SPL
- 1000 ohms load: 153.0 dB SPL
- Signal-To-Noise Ratio63 dB
- Dynamic Range at 1kHz
- 2500 ohms load: 126.5 dB
- 1000 ohms load: 122.0 dB
- Clipping Level at 1 kHz at 1% THD
- 2500 ohms load: 12.5 dBV
- 1000 ohms load: 7.5 dBV
- Self Noise (equivalent SPL,A-weighted,typical)31.0 dB SPL-A
- Power Requirements11–52 V DC phantom power, 5.5 mA
- Net Weight130 g (4.6oz.)
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