- OmniDirectional Polar Pattern
- Equally sensitive to sound from all directions, but cannot be "aimed" to isolate one area.
- Flat Frequency Response
- Wide, uniform response. Consistent sensitivity through frequency range.
BETA 53Headworn Microphone
- Condenser
- Lightweight, sensitive diaphragm. Precisely and smoothly captures sound nuances. Powered by battery or phantom power supply.
The Beta 53 is a fully adjustable omnidirectional condenser headworn vocal microphone, designed for applications where unconspicuous appearance and incredible sound quality are required. Its lightweight, adjustable, modular headband, flexible wireframe and soft earpieces provide a comfortable fit while still allowing the Beta 53 to be positioned as close to the left or right corner of the mouth as possible, assuring maximum voice pickup.
The Beta 53 microphone features an extended frequency response and high SPL handling ability. It is uniquely designed to provide the sound quality and performance consistency required for environments such as professional theater, event production, trade shows and seminars.
The Beta 53 now features improved RF immunity against cellular and RF devices.
A wireless version is available as the WBH53.
- Comfortable, latex-free earforms that hide behind the ears
- Thin, non-reflective wireframe that is easily hidden underneath hair
- Ultra-thin detachable microphone boom mount for right or left positioning
- Interchangeable frequency response caps (mild or high, two pieces each)
- Two foam windscreens included
- Clothing clip for securing cable
- Corrosion resistant
- Easy to clean
- Durable carrying case for protective storage
- Available with either TA4F connectors or tinned leads (no connector) for full wireless system compatibility
- Includes In-Line Preamplifier
- WBH53: Available in either black or tan
- Type
- Condenser (electret bias)
- Frequency Response
- 20Hz to 20KHz
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- Omnidirectional
- Output Noise (equivalent dBSPL, A-weighted)
- 39.0 dB typical; 42.0 dB maximum
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio
- 55 dB at 94 dB SPL
- Recommended Minimum Input Impedance
- >1 kilohm
- Preamp Output Impedance
- 136 ohms
- Output Level, open circuit, ref. 1v/Pa at 1 kHz
- -50.0 +/- 3.0dB 3.16mV
- Maximum Sound Pressure Level
- 147 dBSPL at 1% THD/1 kilohm load
- Dynamic Range
- 108 dB (max. SPL with 1k load, minus typical A-wt. noise)
- Current Drain
- 4.6 mA (preamp and microphone)
- Output Polarity
- Positive pressure on the diaphragm produces a positive voltage at:
- Pin 2 relative to pin 3 at the output connector of the preamp
- Power Requirements
- Phantom power; 11 to 52 Vdc positive on pins 2 and 3, return on pin 1 (ground)
- Net Weight
- 135.35 g (4.75 oz.) microphone and in-line preamp
- Cable
- 1.5 m (5 ft.), small-diameter, shielded, with mini 4-pin connector (TA4F)
| Name | Availability | |
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RPM580Boom Holder and Logo Pad, Tan, for Beta 53, WBH53, Beta 54 and WBH54 (Contains Two of Each). |
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RPM220 Black Mid Boost EQ CapsFor WL50B, Beta 53 and WBH53 (Contains Five) |
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RPM214 Tan Mid Boost EQ CapsFor WL50T, Beta 54, WBH54T (Contains Five) |
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RPM212 Tan High Boost EQ CapsFor WL50T, Beta 53, WBH53, Beta 54 and WBH54, Tan. (Contains Five) |
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RPM208 Black High Boost EQ CapsFor WL50B, WL51B, WBH53, Beta 53, Beta 54 and WBH54 (Contains Five). |
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RPM512 Microphone Tie ClipMicrophone Tie Clip for Shure WL50, WL51, MC50B, and MC51B (contains five). Available in Tan. |
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RPM560 Tan HeadbandHeadband, Tan, for Beta 53, WBH53, Beta 54 and WBH54. |
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RPM304 Microphone WindscreensReduces unwanted breath and wind noise. For use with Shure MC50B, MC51B, WL50, WL51, WBH53, and Beta 53 microphones (contains 5). Available in black. |
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RPM550 Black HeadbandHeadband, Black, for Beta 53, WBH53, Beta 54 and WBH54. |
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RPM306 Tan Microphone WindscreensReduces unwanted breath and wind noise. For use with Shure MC50B, MC51B, WL50, WL51, WBH53, and Beta 53 microphones (contains 5). Available in tan. |
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RPM570 Black Boom Holder and Logo PadBlack Boom Holder and Logo Pad for Beta 53 and Beta 54 (Contains Two of Each). |
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| User Guides | Language | File Size |
|---|---|---|
| BETA 53 BETA 54 User Guide | English | 1461 (kb) |
| BETA 53 BETA 54 User Guide | Chinese-Simplified | 1455 (kb) |
| BETA 53 BETA 54 User Guide | French | 1463 (kb) |
| BETA 53 BETA 54 User Guide | German | 1463 (kb) |
| BETA 53 BETA 54 User Guide | Italian | 1463 (kb) |
| BETA 53 BETA 54 User Guide | Japanese | 1465 (kb) |
| BETA 53 BETA 54 User Guide | Korean | 1466 (kb) |
| BETA 53 BETA 54 User Guide | Russian | 1468 (kb) |
| BETA 53 BETA 54 User Guide | Spanish | 1463 (kb) |
