BETA 58A

Vocal Microphone

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The Shure Beta 58A® is a high-output supercardioid dynamic vocal microphone designed for professional sound reinforcement and project studio recording. It has become a leading choice among vocalists and touring professionals worldwide.

The Beta 58A maintains a true supercardioid pattern throughout its frequency range. The Beta 58A has a shaped frequency response that is ideal for close-up vocals. The superb performance of this microphone is not affected by rough handling because of its rugged construction, proven shock mount system, and hardened steel mesh grille.

Applications: Live Vocals; Podcast/Voiceover
Microphone Types: Dynamic:

Simple, rugged diaphragm/coil. handles extreme volume levels without distortion.
Polar Patterns: SuperCardioid:

Screens unwanted sound sources. Ideal for individual instruments in a multi-microphone setting, or single sources in noisy environments.
Frequency Responses: Tailored:

Smooth, extended response. Tuned to accentuate specific types of instruments or voices.
Form Factors: Handheld
Model Lines: BETA

Downloads: BETA Microphone Product Brochure (PDF); Beta 58A Specification Sheet (PDF)
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Features

Frequency response tailored for vocals, with brightened midrange and bass rolloff to control proximity effect
Uniform supercardioid pattern for high gain before feedback and superior rejection of off–axis sound
Neodymium magnet for high signal–to–noise output
Hardened steel mesh grille that resists wear and abuse
Advanced pneumatic shock mount system that minimizes transmission of mechanical noise and vibration
Minimally effected by varying load impedance
Legendary Shure quality and reliability

Specifications

Type: Dynamic (moving coil)
Frequency Response: 50 to 16,000 Hz
Polar Pattern: Supercardioid, rotationally symmetrical about microphone axis, uniform with frequency.
Output Level: Open Circuit Voltage: -51.5 dBV/Pa* (2.6 mV) *1 Pa = 94 dB SPL

Accessories

	Name	Availability
	RK265G Factory original dent-resistant replacement grille for Shure Beta58A wired microphones and wireless transmitters.	Where To Buy
	R176 Direct replacement cartridge for Shure Model Beta 58A supercardioid dynamic microphones.	Where To Buy
	A55HM Shock Stopper Isolation Mount/Swivel Adapter, Half Mount, for SM57, SM58, Beta 57A, Beta 58A, Beta 87A, Beta 87C or any Shure tapered handle mic.	Where To Buy
	A55M Isolation mount and swivel adapter securely attaches Shure models SM57, SM58, SM86, Beta57A, Beta58A, Beta87A, and Beta87C to standard microphone stands.	Where To Buy
	A58WS Reduces unwanted breath and wind noise. For use with all larger Shure "ball-type" microphones including the SM58, Beta58A, SM48, and the 565SD. Available in 6 colours; black, blue, gray, green, red, and yellow.	Where To Buy
	A25D Break resistant microphone clip that securely mounts the SM58, SM57, SM87A, Beta 87A, Beta 87C and all other microphones with 3/4-inch and larger handles to a standard microphone stand.	Where To Buy

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