Shure Beta 98AMP/C: Premium Cardioid Condenser Drum and Percussion Microphone

Elevate your live sound and studio recordings with the Shure Beta 98AMP/C, a professional-grade instrument microphone meticulously engineered for drums and percussion. Designed for audio professionals and serious drummers, this compact powerhouse delivers a smooth, natural, and highly detailed sound, making it the ideal choice for capturing the full impact of snares and toms.

The Beta 98AMP/C solves the problem of stage clutter and complex setups by featuring an integrated preamplifier and XLR connector right on the body. This streamlined design provides a wider dynamic range and a higher SPL (Sound Pressure Level) threshold than previous models, ensuring clear, undistorted performance even under the heaviest hits.

Its highly uniform cardioid polar pattern offers exceptional gain-before-feedback and superb rejection of off-axis noise, focusing purely on the source audio. The flexible gooseneck and included A75M Universal Microphone Mount allow for precise, secure placement on any drum or stand, ensuring you can dial in the perfect sound every time. Trust the Shure legacy for a microphone that’s built for high-demand, high-volume environments.

Key Features

• Integrated Preamplifier: Features a unique, integrated preamplifier and XLR connector, maximizing setup efficiency and delivering a superior dynamic range for high-SPL environments.
• Tailored for Percussion: Specialized frequency response is expertly tailored for capturing the attack and detail of drums, specifically snares and toms.
• Superior Isolation: A uniform cardioid polar pattern provides excellent rejection of unwanted stage noise, ensuring high gain-before-feedback and a clean mix.
• Precision Placement: The flexible, miniature gooseneck allows for precise microphone positioning and effortless adjustment on the drum kit.
• Advanced Capsule Design: Includes the latest "A" series condenser capsule for a more natural and articulate high-frequency response.
• Universal Mounting System: Comes complete with the A75M Universal Microphone Mount, featuring a quick-release lever for fast, secure, and versatile placement on various instruments and stands.

Specifications

• Microphone Type: Condenser (Electret Biased)
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Best Suited For: Snare Drums, Tom-Toms, and Percussion
• Design: Integrated Preamplifier with XLR Connector
• SPL Handling: Wide dynamic range for use in high SPL environments
• Attachment: Flexible Gooseneck

Package Content

• 1 Shure Beta 98AMP/C Instrument Microphone
• 1 A75M Universal Microphone Mount (with quick release)
• 1 95A2314 Zippered Carrying Bag
• 1 95A2064 Snap-fit Windscreen