BETA 98AMP
Miniature Cardioid Drum Microphone
The Shure Beta 98AMP is a precision-engineered miniature cardioid condenser microphone for professional sound reinforcement and studio recording. Features an integrated XLR preamplifier with a flexible gooseneck and the A75M Universal Microphone Mount for accurate placement in any configuration of toms, snares, or percussion. An extremely uniform cardioid polar pattern provides excellent gain-before-feedback, off-axis rejection of unwanted noise, and high maximum sound pressure level (SPL).
- Applications
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Percussion
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Rack/Floor Toms
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Snare Drum
- Microphone Types
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Condenser:
Lightweight, sensitive diaphragm. Precisely and smoothly captures sound nuances. Powered by battery or phantom power supply.
- Polar Patterns
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Cardioid:
Picks up the most sound in front of the microphone and some from the sides. Less susceptible to feedback in high volume environments.
- Frequency Responses
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Tailored:
Smooth, extended response. Tuned to accentuate specific types of instruments or voices.
- Form Factors
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Gooseneck
- Model Lines
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BETA
- Downloads
- BETA Microphone Product Brochure (PDF)
- Features
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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
- Furnished with snap-fit windscreen and zipper pouch
- Specifications
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- Type
- Electret Condenser
- Polar Pattern
- Cardioid
- Frequency Response
- 20 to 20,000 Hz
- Phantom power required?
- 11–52 V DC[4] phantom power (IEC-61938), 5.5 mA
- Accessories
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Name Availability 
A75M
Universal Microphone Mount. Quick-release microphone mounting accessory for versatile and secure placement and removal. Included with BETA 98AMP.
Where To Buy - User Guides
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