Key Features
- Compact microphone for stage and studio
- Supercardioid capsule for focused capture and snare recording
- Fits in tight spaces and has a discreet design
- Smooth, ultra-flat frequency response
OFFLINE Shure Beta 181 Side Address Supercardioid Condenser Microphone Overview
Shure's Beta 181 is a compact side address condenser microphone for recording instruments. It is designed for discreet placement and versatility in tight conditions. This version comes with a Supercardioid capsule, meaning it has an ultra-focused pickup pattern. So for live performances, this will be ideal for close micing individual instruments - zoning in on them rather than others. It can also be used as a robust snare drum mic in the studio or on the stage.
Please note: main image shows bidirectional capsule. This product comes with a Supercardioid capsule.
Product Ref: 19269
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- 1 x Beta 181/S
- 1 x A57F Mic Clip
- 1 x A181C Zippered Carrying Case
- 1 x A181WS Windscreen
Compact Design, Amazing Sound
The Beta 181 is designed with a super compact design, ideal for tight fit situations and discreet placement. This means it's great for use on already packed stages as well as in the studio.
You'll be confident this microphone will last the test of time. Shure have made a super robust microphone that withstands rough and tumble use. You don't have to worry about that clumsy drummer anymore - you can just set up this microphone and get going.
Capture every nuance of your sound with confidence using the smooth, ultra-flat frequency response. And there are a wide variety of mic capsules available for any purpose, and these are all interchangeable.
Why Supercardioid?
With this Beta 181, you get a supercardioid capsule included. This gives you an ultra-focused pick-up pattern, reducing interference from background noise sources.
For this reason, the Beta 181/S is well suited for use during performances. Want to hone in on a single instrument, reducing the amount you hear from others? Use this polar pattern.
It can also act as a stalwart snare mic. The Beta 181's compact size also means it will fit in among the many other drum mics you might be using.
Features
- High quality sound, super durable build, always reliable
- Supercardioid capsule for focused capture of instruments and recording snare drums
- Compact preamp attached to mic capsule
- Position in tight spaces in a discreet method thanks to its compact design
- Steel grille won't dent, will resist water and can withstand abuse
- Set it up with its stand adapter and take it on the road with its carrying case
Specifications
- Cartridge Type: electret condenser
- Polar Pattern: supercardioid
- Frequency Response: 20 to 20,000 Hz
- Output Impedance: 110&omega
- Sensitivity: –49.5 dBV/Pa[1] (3.4 mV)
- Maximum SPL:
- 2500&omega Load: 154.5dB SPL
- 1000&omega Load: 152.0dB SPL
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 71.5dB
- Dynamic Range:
- 2500&omega Load: 132.0dB
- 1000&omega Load: 129.5dB
- Clipping Level:
- 2500&omega Load: 10.5dBV
- 1000&omega Load: 7.5dBV
- Self Noise: 22.5dB SPL-A
- Power Requirements: 11-52V DC phantom power 2.4mA, maximum
- Weight: 145g
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