Features of the Shure BETA87A Handheld Condenser Microphone – Super-Cardioid: Smooth frequency response with gradual presence rise Highly consistent supercardioid polar pattern provides superior gain-before-feedback Electronic low-frequency roll-off compensates for proximity effect Wide dynamic range (117 dB) and low distortion characteristics Very low susceptibility to RFI and electromagnetic hum Advanced cartridge shock-mount system absorbs mechanical shocks and reduces handling noise Built-in pop filter reduces undesirable wind and breath sounds Legendary Shure quality and reliability Specifications: Cartridge Type Condenser (electret bias) Frequency Response 50 to 20,000 Hz Polar Pattern Supercardioid Output Impedance Rated at 150 ohms (100 ohms actual /- 20%) Recommended minimum load impedance: 800 ohms Sensitivity (at 1,000 Hz) Open Circuit Voltage -52.5 dBV/Pa (2 mV) (1 Pa = 94 dB SPL) Clipping Level (at 1,000 Hz) 1000 ohm Load: -6 dBV (0.5 V) Maximum SPL (at 1,000 Hz) 140.5 dB (0.25% THD, 1000 ohm load) Self-Noise (equivalent sound pressure level; measured with true rms voltmeter) 23.5 dB typical, A-weighted 25.5 dB typical, weighted per DIN 45 405 Dynamic Range 117 dB (maximum SPL to A-weighted noise level) Signal-to-Noise Ratio 70.5 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 Power Phantom Supply Requirement: 11 to 52 Vdc, positive at both pins 2 and 3 Current Drain: 1.0 to 1.2 mA Connector Three-pin (XLR) professional audio Case Aluminum construction with blue metallic finish, and hardened steel grille with nickel satin chrome plating Dimensions See User Guide Net Weight 207 grams (7.6 oz)
