The Beta 87A features a controlled low-frequency roll-off that compensates for proximity effect and prevents the ?boomy? sound often associated with close pick-up. The characteristic Shure presence rise brightens the upper midrange. The tight supercardioid pattern, with null points at approximately 125 degrees, provides maximum isolation from other vocalists or instruments while offering minimal off-axis coloration. The Beta 87A operates on phantom power.
Type | Condenser (electret bias) |
Frequency Response | 50 to 16,000 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) |
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 |
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) |