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Shure BETA 87C Studio Grade Vocal Microphone with Built-in Pop Filter - Single Element Cardioid Condenser Mic with A25D Mic Clip and Storage Bag, Ideal for Studio Recording and Live Performances
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Recommended Uses For Product | Singing |
Brand | Shure |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
Special Feature | It features the same superb accuracy, detail, and rich vocal production and its uniform cardioid polar pattern effectively rejects unwanted sounds. It also offers minimal off-axis tone coloration. A low-frequency roll-off compensates for proximity effect. A three-stage pop filter minimizes breath noise. Frequency response: 50Hz-20kHz See more |
Compatible Devices | Amplifier, Speaker |
Color | Gray |
Included Components | With Case |
Polar Pattern | Unidirectional |
Item Weight | 7.6 Ounces |
Microphone Form Factor | Microphone Only |
About this item
- Smooth, wide frequency response, slight presence rise
- Uniform cardioid polar pattern for maximum isolation
- Minimum off-axis tone coloration
- Low-frequency roll-off compensates for proximity effect
- Three-stage pop filter minimizes breath pop and noise
- Break-resistant stand adapter
- Frequency response: 50 - 20,000 Hz
- Also in the box: 1 - A25D Swivel Adapter, and 1 - 26B21 Carrying/Storage Bag
- Vocal microphone delivers a tailored response for a warm, natural sound. It features a cardioid polar pattern for maximum isolation, minimal off-axis tone coloration, a 3-stage pop filter to minimize breath noise, and a break-resistant stand adapter.
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Sound quality | 4.4 | 5.0 | 4.4 | 4.7 | 4.2 | 4.7 |
Value for money | 4.0 | 5.0 | 4.0 | 4.7 | 4.1 | 4.6 |
Durability | 4.7 | — | 4.7 | 4.8 | — | 4.7 |
Quality of material | 4.0 | — | 4.0 | 4.8 | — | 4.7 |
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power source | PHANTOM POWER: All condenser microphones require phantom power to operate. Please refer to the User Manual for more details on power requirements. | Corded Electric | PHANTOM POWER: All condenser microphones require phantom power to operate. Please refer to the User Manual for more details on power requirements. | Corded Electric | Battery Powered | Corded Electric |
connectivity tech | Wired | XLR | Wired, XLR | XLR | USB, XLR | Wired |
connector type | — | XLR | XLR | XLR | USB, XLR | — |
model number | BETA87C | C7 | Beta87A | SM58LC | MW-1 | Beta 58A |
material | — | Alloy Steel | — | Metal | — | Alloy Steel |
battery quantity | 1 aaa, 1 9v | — | 1 aaa, 1 9v | 0 aaa, 0 unknown | 2 lithium polymer | — |
audio sensitivity | -51 decibels | 45 decibels | 117 decibels | -54.5 decibels | 105 decibels | -51.5 decibels |
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Product information
Item Weight | 7.6 ounces |
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Product Dimensions | 7.56 x 2 x 2 inches |
Country of Origin | Mexico |
ASIN | B0002DVKZO |
Item model number | BETA87C |
Batteries | 1 AAA batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #9,481 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #19 in Vocal Condenser Microphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | July 16, 2004 |
Color Name | Gray |
Compatible Devices | Amplifier, Speaker |
Power Source | PHANTOM POWER: All condenser microphones require phantom power to operate. Please refer to the User Manual for more details on power requirements. |
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Product Description
Product Description
Vocal microphone delivers a tailored response for a warm, natural sound. It features a cardioid polar pattern for maximum isolation, minimal off-axis tone coloration, a 3-stage pop filter to minimize breath noise, and a break-resistant stand adapter. Excellent for touring professionals, the BETA87C premium vocal microphone delivers studio-grade performance and a smooth, extended high-end frequency response in a cardioid condenser design. The microphone adds warmth to the frequency response and creates an ideal environment for personal monitoring. And its highly consistent cardioid pattern offers excellent rear rejection. Vocalists who use personal monitor systems such as Shure PSM will appreciate how effectively the BETA 87C rejects ambient sound from the rear of the microphone.
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The Beta 87C premium vocal microphone delivers studio-grade performance and a smooth, extended high-end frequency response in a cardioid condenser design. The microphone adds warmth to the frequency response and creates an ideal environment for in ear personal monitoring. And its highly consistent cardioid pattern offers excellent rear rejection.
The Shure Beta 87C vocal microphone. The BETA 87C is an excellent choice for professional studio recording, yet it is built to withstand the rigors of touring. It maintains its performance characteristics even at sound pressure levels as high as 139 dB SPL. Plus, the cartridge is protected by a proven shock mount system. A hardened steel mesh grille with a built-in pop filter provides added protection.
Frequency response.
Polar pattern.
Key Features
- Smooth, wide frequency response with slight presence rise
- Uniform cardioid polar pattern for maximum isolation
- Minimum off-axis tone coloration
- Low-frequency roll-off compensates for proximity effect
- Three-stage pop filter minimizes breath pop and noise
- Break-resistant stand adapter
Specifications
- Transducer Type: Condenser (electret bias)
- Frequency Response: 50 to 20,000 Hz
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid
- Output Impedance: Rated at 150 ohms (100 Ohms actual +/- 20%); Recommended minimum load impedance: 800 ohms
- Sensitivity (at 1,000 Hz): Open Circuit Voltage: -51 dBV/Pa (2 mV); (1 Pa = 94 dB SPL)
- Output Clipping Level: 1000 Ohm Load at 1,000 Hz: -6 dBV (0.5 V)
- Maximum SPL: 139 dB at 1,000 Hz (0.25% THD, 1000 Ohm load)
- Self-Noise: 22 dB typical, A-weighted; 24 dB typical, weighted per DIN 45 405 (equivalent sound pressure level; measured with true rms voltmeter)
- Dynamic Range: 117 dB (maximum SPL to A-weighted noise level)
- Hum Sensitivity: -5 dB equivalent SPL, maximum, in a 1 mOe field (60 Hz)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 72 dB at 94 dB SPL (IEC 651) -- *S/N ratio is difference between 94 dB SPL and equivalent SPL of self-noise A-weighted.
- Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 relative to pin 3 of the output connector.
- Power: Phantom Supply Requirement: 11 to 52 Vdc, positive at both pins 2 and 3
- Connector: Three-pin (XLR) professional audio
- Case: Aluminum construction with painted blue metallic finish, and hardened steel grille with nickel satin chrome plating
- Weight: 7.6 ounces
From the Manufacturer
The Beta 87A has consistently been a top choice of performers and audio technicians around the world due to its superb accuracy and detail, and rich vocal production. This long-standing favorite now incorporates a cardioid polar pattern and has been named the Beta 87C TM.
Developed in response to professional demands associated with the use of personal monitoring devices like the Shure PSM ® Series, Shure's new Beta 87C premium vocal microphone delivers studio-grade performance and a smooth, extended high-end frequency response in a cardioid condenser design.
The uniform cardioid polar pattern of the Beta 87C enables users to effectively reject ambient noise arriving at the rear of the microphone, an attribute that will be especially appealing to users of personal monitors and others who frequently experience undesirable sounds bleeding into their mixes.
Other features include:
- Smooth, wide frequency response with slight presence rise
- Uniform cardioid polar pattern for maximum isolation
- Minimal off-axis tone coloration
- Low-frequency roll-off compensates for proximity effect
- Three-stage pop filter minimizes breath pop and noise
- Break-resistant stand adapter
- Frequency response: 50 to 20,000 Hz
From the manufacturer
NOTE: Stand and cable are NOT included.
Excellent for touring professionals, the BETA 87C premium vocal microphone delivers studio-grade performance and a smooth, extended high-end frequency response in a cardioid condenser design. The microphone adds warmth to the frequency response and creates an ideal environment for personal monitoring. And its highly consistent cardioid pattern offers excellent rear rejection.
- The BETA 87C operates on phantom power.
Shure BETA 87C
Cardioid Condenser Vocal Microphone
Vocal microphone delivers a tailored response for a warm, natural sound. It features a cardioid polar pattern for maximum isolation, minimal off-axis tone coloration, a 3-stage pop filter to minimize breath noise, and a break-resistant stand adapter.
- Smooth, wide frequency response, slight presence rise
- Uniform cardioid polar pattern for maximum isolation
- Minimum off-axis tone coloration
- Low-frequency roll-off compensates for proximity effect
- Three-stage pop filter minimizes breath pop and noise
- Break-resistant stand adapter
- Frequency response: 50 - 20,000 Hz
- Also in the box: 1 - A25D Swivel Adapter, and 1 - 26B21 Carrying/Storage Bag
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the microphone. They mention it's one of the best, great for stage, and able to get very high quality recordings. The mic is stunning and impressive both live and in the studio. It picks up vocals very well and gives a clear sound. Customers also say that it'd be perfect for their voice and works well on male voices. However, some customers have reported issues with high soprano voices.
"...We have now been out on a couple of gigs with the stuff. It is all good quality and working fine. Does exactly what I expected it to do...." Read more
"...Hands down, no question about it. While this is a stunning live stage vocal mic, it is equally impressive recording everything from acoustic guitars..." Read more
"This shure mic is so nice. It needs 48v because it is the condenser microphone.Sound quality is very good...." Read more
"I haven't recorded any instruments with this, but this mic picks up vocals very well and gives a clear sound...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the audio quality of the microphone. They mention that it has a clear, concise sound that is perfect for females, and makes their voice sounds like they wanted. It's a great sounding mic for live performance, and is good for small band needs. It makes a huge difference in vocal clarity, and produces your voice with exacting clarity. The noise rejection is excellent, and it's like hearing your own voice.
"...This mic reproduces your voice with exacting clarity, both the good and the bad...." Read more
"...mic will make you a better singer because you will be able to hear yourself more clearly especially in live performance settings." Read more
"...the first song, it was noticeable that Shure Beta 87C somehow captured my voice better, fuller, more dynamic - it made me sound better...." Read more
"...Loud, soft, speaking... It's like hearing my own voice I guess is the best way to put it...." Read more
Customers like the value of the microphone. They mention it's an exceptional mic for the money, with decent quality for the price. Some say that it'll be completely worth it.
"...It's more expensive and not as robust but completely worth it. Especially if you are in a challenging vocal environment...." Read more
"...This is an exceptional mic for the money!" Read more
"Great for the price and the shape. I wanted a condenser microphone I could scream on, and this did the trick!..." Read more
"Good price, sounds good for our small band needs." Read more
Customers like the clarity of the microphone. They say it provides much more clarity and definition than the industry standard. They also say it captures their voice better, making it fuller and more dynamic.
"...great mic and kinda the industry standard, the 87C provides SO MUCH more clarity and definition...." Read more
"...A couple days over the deadline. Good packaging and content complete...." Read more
"...was noticeable that Shure Beta 87C somehow captured my voice better, fuller, more dynamic - it made me sound better...." Read more
"Clarity, volume, eq'd perfectly for my voice, cuts through everything and sounds really amazing...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the microphone. They mention that it looks great and is beautiful.
"...Love this microphone It also looks great." Read more
"...It has some heft to it, it looks nice, it feels nice to the touch; but best of all? It sounds amazing...." Read more
"Beautiful Mike, great sound!" Read more
"So clear and crisp!..." Read more
Customers like the warmth of the microphone. They say it has a warm and clear sound without distortion. The output on this mic is plenty hot, but the noise rejection is excellent. The cardioid version has s very warm well rounded clarity to it.
"...On stage, this mic really shines. The output on this mic is plenty hot, but the noise rejection is excellent...." Read more
"The cardioid version has a very warm well rounded clarity to it. Exceptional mic!" Read more
"This is one of the best microphones. It is strong and hot but it also requires you being close to prevent feedback ...." Read more
"This Mic. have a warm and clear sound without distortion. Long time ago, I was choose SHURE SM58, and I love it!!!" Read more
Customers are mixed about the feedback of the microphone. Some mention that it has no feedback problem, while others say that it can start to feedback at higher volumes. That said, some say that the mic is powerful without feedback, while other say that they need to be close to prevent it.
"...We ALL bought one. They are great and we have way less feedback now as these mics don't pick up all the ambient noise on stage, they just pick up..." Read more
"...I couldn't use the headsets for live announcing because the feedback would be too much!..." Read more
"I love this mic. Beautiful clear sound, comfortable to hold, no feedback problem." Read more
"...At higher volumes it can start to feedback which is annoying but I now understand the gigs that it works best in." Read more
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While the SM58 is a great mic and kinda the industry standard, the 87C provides SO MUCH more clarity and definition. Even in a loud mix, my voice cuts through the clutter without being strident or sibilant-heavy. It's about as close to a studio sound as you're gonna get in a live performance.
As other reviewers have noted, though, this mic is not for the faint of heart. If you're anything less than a stellar vocalist, your every little mistake is going to be out there on the table for everyone to hear. There is none of that warming and smoothing that happens with some other mics. This mic reproduces your voice with exacting clarity, both the good and the bad. If you are already a solid singer, this mic will allow the nuances of your performance to shine like gold.
The only other potential downside is the mic's weight; it's very light compared with most stage mics I've used. Some folks may like that, but personally, I like a mic that's heavy enough to be used as a cudgel in the event an obnoxious drunk tries to get up on stage with us. (The SM58, swung on the end of a quality cord, is great for this purpose.)
But in the end, sound quality must win out over self-defense. This mic is my new go-to!
I manage a classic rock band. I recently ordered a bunch of stuff to replace aging gear. Cables, mics, stands, snakes, etc. We have now been out on a couple of gigs with the stuff. It is all good quality and working fine. Does exactly what I expected it to do. No surprises. In the interest of time I am applying this exact same review to all of the items I bought for this purpose and am happy with. FWIW, I am also taking the time to be critical of the items I am not completely happy with.
I was not disappointed. With the first song, it was noticeable that Shure Beta 87C somehow captured my voice better, fuller, more dynamic - it made me sound better. Most of all, I now feel more confident to let it loose ... Definitely worth it if you want to take it to the next level up ...
It's very lightweight which will be great for our events where I'm holding a mic for 10-12 hours. Really like the flat top as it is already promoting holding it at the ideal angle for the best sound.
This review is really just for the unboxing video, I may or may not do a video review later. We did some kareoke with it and general talking and WOW is it a lot better than the SM58's I was using before.
Highly recommend if you're looking for something between a standard mic and a very expensive studio mic!!
Having said that, I might be careful with this mic if your vocalists are, um, less than pro? This mic won't cover up any imperfections like the 58 will.
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I love sm58. This is Much Better than sm58. So currently my favourite.
Hello....you need phantom power for this one....which can be managed nowadays.