Hello and welcome to The house of Chrome.

You are looking at a rarer, high quality 1980's era Shure Brothers Beta 87 super cardioid condenser microphone that doesn't come around too often. I'm not sure the exact story behind this Beta 87 model but it was made for a short time during the 1980's and is a high quality studio mic which superb for singing and broadcasting as they were intended. It comes with an original Shure model mic clip and a Shure mic pouch in which to store everything. This Beta 87 model is set at low impedance and made in America. The newer Beta 87A model has been made in Mexico or China for many years now. These early American made Beta 87's have been going up in value and arguably superior in build quality.

 I don't have a data sheet on the Beta 87 sadly enough so I can't give you any precise specs on the mic.

 The Shure Beta 87 are so well made that properly stored...will last probably 100 years. It has an all metal construction with an elegant design that is both modern and classy. Some of the very best Shure and E.V model mics were made in the 1970's and 80's. The Beta 87 is no exception that.

 The Shure Beta 57 has a beautiful warm tone with just the right amount of bass. These mics are a uni-directional super cardioid pattern picking up only the sound that's directly in front of the screen cancelling out most background noise making it ideal for situations where audience or fellow band members might be a problem. It comes in the classic grey / blue paint scheme.

 This mic can be handheld or placed in a mic clip depending on the users needs.

 As you can see the original painted surface shows extremely lite wear. There is some very lite scuff marks but zero paint loss on the handle. It was very well taken care of over the decades however. The Shure label looks very nice too. The globe is free of any odors, tarnish or dents. It's been cleaned and this mic has it's original inner foam insert / pop filter in the front grill and it's in excellent condition. It helps greatly with acoustics and prevents the dreaded "pops" from breathing or windy conditions. Mic is 100% complete and solid. No loose parts. XLR pins have been cleaned as well. 

 I'd rate the true cosmetic condition of this Beta 87 an 8 + on a scale of 1 - 10. 

 The clip is an original Shure model and it works perfectly for this Beta 58 with very lite cosmetic wear. It gives a wide degree of tilt up and down and the clip grips the mic very well. It will screw on to any American desk or floor stand.

 The Beta 58 takes a standard XLR cable to operate the mic which is not included. 

                       Also included...

  The Shure mic pouch and it will do a great job of storing and protecting your mic while not in actual use. The zipper works perfectly. The black vinyl shows extremely lite wear. 

  MICROPHONE STAND SHOWN IS NOT PART OF THIS SALE..USED FOR DISPLAY PURPOSES ONLY...

         I do have several period stands for sale if you need one?

 If you demand one of the finest American made condenser mics...look no further.

               As with all my vintage microphones...

 I can promise you will be happy with it for the price paid. If not...I have a no hassle return policy. The shipping will be on you as I believe that's fair but the purchase price would be refunded. Simply return in the same nice condition...period. Check my rating. INTERNATIONAL BUYERS are welcome as well. Buyer must pay within 24 hours or an unpaid case will be opened and item relisted. Domestic buyer will get priority shipping.

  If you have any questions feel free to ask and...thanks for looking.