Cut through the Noise with the Shure BETA 98AMP/C Miniature Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone

The BETA 98AMP/C is a cardioid condenser instrument microphone and comes complete with an integrated preamplifier and the A75M universal drum mount. None of the other versions of the Beta 98 contain an integrated preamplifier. The BETA 98AMP/C has a wider dynamic range with a SPL level 7dB higher than Beta 98AD/C and the BETA 98A/C. The Beta 98AD/C is for the same applications and instead contains an A98D drum mount which features a flexible gooseneck.

• 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

• Type: Electret Condenser
• Frequency Response: 20 - 20,000 Hz
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Output Impedance: 150 Ω
• Sensitivity at 1kHz, open circuit voltage, typical: -50.5 dBV/Pa(2.5 mV)
• Maximum SPL 1 kHz at 1% THD
• 2500 Ω load: 157.5 dB SPL
• 1000 Ω load: 153.0 dB SPL
• Signal-To-Noise Ratio: 63 dB
• Dynamic Range at 1 kHz
• 2500 Ω load: 126.5 dB
• 1000 Ω load: 122.0 dB
• Clipping Level at 1 kHz,at 1% THD
• 2500 Ω load: 12.5 dBV
• 1000 Ω load: 7.5 dBV
• Self Noise equivalent SPL,A-weighted, typical: 31.0 dB SPL-A
• Common Mode Rejection: 10 Hz to 100 kHz, ≥60 dB
• Power Requirements: 11–52 V DCphantom power, 5.5 mA
• Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3
• Net Weight: 130 g (4.6oz.)

Manufacturer: Shure
Model: BETA 98AMP/C
SKU: I252080-N-6-WHXE
UPC: 042406187138

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