The Shure Beta 56®A microphone has a frequency response specifically tailored for drums and instruments. Its extremely uniform supercardioid pickup pattern provides high gain-before-feedback and excellent rejection of unwanted noise. A built-in dynamic locking stand adapter with an integral XLR connector simplifies installation. The stand adapter keeps the microphone securely in place, even if it is struck by a drumstick. Typical Beta 56A applications include close miking of tom-toms and other percussion instruments, as well as guitar amplifiers, brass instruments, and woodwinds.
Tailored frequency response provides drums, amplified instruments, and horns with studio quality sound
Uniform supercardioid pattern for high gain before feedback and superior rejection of off-axis sound
Compact design reduces stage clutter
Hardened steel mesh grill resists wear and abuse
Neodymium magnet for high signal-to-noise ratio output
Minimally affected by varying load impedance
Advanced pneumatic shock mount system that minimizes transmission of mechanical noise and vibration
Polar/Pickup Pattern - Supercardiod
Microphone Type - Dynamic
Impedance:
Rated 150 ohms (290 ohms actual) for connection to microphone inputs rated low Z
Maximum Frequency Response (Bandwidth):
16 kHz
Maximum Frequency Response (Bandwidth):
16000 Hz
Minimum Frequency Response (Bandwidth):
50 Hz
Minimum Frequency Response (Bandwidth):
0.05 kHz
Impedance:
150 ohm
Product Weight:
1.03 lbs
Polar Pattern:
Supercardioid, rotationally symmetrical about microphone axis, uniform with frequency
Output Level at 1,000Hz:
Open circuit voltage: -51dBV/Pa (2.8mV) (1 Pa=94dB SPL)
Polarity:
Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive
voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3
Overall Length:
Three–pin professional audio connector (male XLR type)
Case:
Silver-blue enamel-painted die cast metal with hardened, matte-finished steel mesh grill
Adjustable, Locking Stand Adapter:
Integral, dynamic locking, adjustable through 180 degree, with standard 5/8”-27 thread
Accessories Furnished:
Storage Bag 26A21, 5/8” to 3/8” (Euro) Thread Adapter 95A2050
Regulatory Compliance:
CE, EMC
A1WS
- Gray Foam Windscreen for all 515 Series, BETA 56 and BETA 57
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