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BETA 87A
SUPERCARDIOID CONDENSER MICROPHONE
OVERVIEW
The Shure Model BETA 87A is a premium quality supercar-
dioid hand-held electret condenser vocal microphone with ex-
ceptionally smooth frequency response and high sound pres-
sure level (SPL) capability. Used for professional sound rein-
forcement, 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 roll-off
that compensates for proximity effect and prevents the “boomy”
sound often associated with close pick-up. The characteristic
Shure presence rise brightens the upper midrange. The tight su-
percardioid pattern, with null points at approximately 125°, pro-
vides maximum isolation from other vocalists or instruments
while offering minimal off-axis coloration. The BETA 87A oper-
ates on phantom power.
FEATURES
S Smooth frequency response with gradual presence rise
S Highly consistent supercardioid polar pattern provides
superior gain-before-feedback
S Electronic low-frequency roll-off compensates for proximity
effect
S Wide dynamic range (117 dB) and low distortion character-
istics
S Very low susceptibility to RFI and electromagnetic hum
S Advanced cartridge shock-mount system absorbs mechani-
cal shocks and reduces handling noise
S Built-in pop filter reduces undesirable wind and breath
sounds
S Reliability for years of trouble-free performance
SPECIFICATIONS
Cartridge Type
Condenser (electret bias)
Frequency Response
50 to 20,000 Hz
10 mm (3/8 in.)
0.6 m (2 ft.)
TYPICAL FREQUENCY RESPONSE
Polar Pattern
Supercardioid
150
o
120
o
150
o
120
o
180
o
30
o
60
o
90
o
30
o
60
o
90
o
–5 dB
–10 dB
–15 dB
–20 dB
0
1000 Hz
500 Hz
250 Hz
150
o
120
o
150
o
120
o
180
o
30
o
60
o
90
o
30
o
60
o
90
o
–5 dB
–10 dB
–15 dB
–20 dB
0
10000 Hz
6300 Hz
2500 Hz
TYPICAL POLAR PATTERN
Model Beta 87A Condenser Microhpone
Specification Sheet
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