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Shure – Beta 52a Kick Drum Microphone

Shure

Drum microphone provides low-frequency bass punch and SPL handling. It includes dynamic locking stand adapter for easy set-up, steel mesh grille for durability, shock mount for sound isolation, and neodymium magnet for high signal-to-noise ratio..

SKU: SHUBETA-52A Categories: , , , ,

Description

What is the Beta 52A best suited to – Its ideal for the professional musician looking to mic up their kick drum, bass amp and acoustic bass. It has the quality and durability to be used on stage and in the studio.

What are the characteristics of the Beta 52A – The supercardioidcardioid pickup pattern limits interference from other on-stage sound sources and reduces feedback. The frequency response is perfectly tailored for bass instruments with a 20Hz to 10kHz frequency response with a presence boost at 4kHz to let electric basses and kick drums cut through the mix.

The Beta 52A is available as part of the DMK57-52 Drum Mic Kit, which includes three SM57 Microphones, one Beta 52A Microphone, three A56D Drum-mounting Systems, and a Lightweight and Durable Carrying Case.

Features

  • Frequency response shaped specifically for kick drums and bass instruments
  • Built–in dynamic locking stand adapter with integral XLR connector simplifies setup, especially inside a kick drum
  • Studio quality performance, even at extremely high sound pressure levels
  • Supercardioid pattern for high gain before feedback and superior rejection of unwanted noise
  • Hardened steel mesh grille that resists wear and abuse
  • Advanced pneumatic shock mount system that minimizes transmission of mechanical noise and vibration
  • Neodymium magnet for high signal–to–noise ratio output
  • Low sensitivity to varying load impedance
  • Legendary Shure quality and reliability

In the Box

  • BETA 52A Kick Drum Microphone
  • 1 – 26A21 Storage Bag
  • 1 – 95A2050 5/8” to 3/8” (Euro) Thread Adapter

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Additional information

Weight 0.6 kg
Cartridge Type

Dynamic (moving coil)

Frequency Response

20 to 10,000 Hz

Polar Pattern

Supercardioid

Output Impedance

45 Ω

Sensitivity (at 1kHz, open circuit voltage)

-64 dBV/Pa(0.6 mV) [1]

Maximum SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD, 1kΩ load)

1 kHz at 1% THD, 1 kΩ load 174 dB

Polarity

Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3

Connector

Three-pin professional audio (XLR), male, balanced

Case

134 dB (159 dB, -25 Pad)

Downloads

Spec Sheet Download
User Guide Download