Shure Beta 98AD/C Cardioid Condenser Drum Microphone

Miniature Cardioid Condenser Microphone with A98D Drum Mount

Instrument microphone delivers a smooth and natural response, and consists of an A98D drum mount for secure placement in any configuration and a uniform cardioid polar pattern for excellent gain-before-feedback and off-axis noise rejection.

What is the Beta 98AD/C best suited to?
This premium drum microphone is ideal for use with snares, toms and percussion.

What are the characteristics of the Beta 98AD/C?
An extremely uniform cardioid polar pattern provides excellent gain-before-feedback and off axis rejection of unwanted noise.

What is the difference between the Beta 98AD/C and the other versions of the Beta 98?
The Beta 98AD/C is a cardioid condenser drum microphone and comes complete with the A98D drum mount which features a flexible gooseneck. The Beta 98 AMP/C features an integrated preamplifier.

Also available are supercardioid versions (Beta 98S & Beta 98D/S).

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.

Features:

• Uniform cardioid polar pattern provides maximum gain-before-feedback and rejection of off-axis sound for smooth high-end response and control
• Frequency response tailored for drums and percussion applications with a wide dynamic range for use in high SPL environments
• Precision-engineered design for unobtrusive microphone footprint
• Beta 98A models ship with external in-line preamplifier for discrete cable placement, snap-fit windscreen, and zipper pouch
• Beta 98AD/C ships with A98D drum mount featuring a flexible gooseneck for precise placement and secure attachment
• Beta 98A/C ships with RK282 shock mount swivel adapter for attachment to any standard microphone stand

Specifications:

• Type: Electret Condenser
• Frequency Response: 20 to 20,000 Hz
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Output Impedance: 179 Ohms
• Sensitivity (at 1 kHz, open circuit voltage): -48.0 dBV/Pa (4.0 mV)
• Maximum SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD): 1000 Ohm load: 144 dB
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio (referenced at 94 dB SPL at 1 kHz): 64 dB
• S/N ratio is difference between 94 dB SPL and equivalent SPL of self noise, A-weighted
• Dynamic Range (at 1 kHz): 1000 Ohm load: 114 dB
• Common Mode Rejection (20 Hz to 20 kHz): > 50 dB
• Clipping Level (1 kHz at 0.25% THD): 1000 Ohm load: 1.0 dBV (1.26 V)
• THD of microphone preamplifier when applied input signal is equivalent to cartridge output at specified SPL
• Self-Noise (typical, equivalent SPL, A-weighted): 30 dB SPL
• Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3
• Weight: Net: 12 g (0.6 oz.)
• Connector: Three-pin professional audio (XLR), male, balanced
• Power Requirements: 11-52 Vdc phantom, 3.6 mA