Dynamic Microphones - MPN: BETA58A
Description
Frequency response tailored for vocals, with brightened midrange and bass rolloff to control proximity effectUniform supercardioid pattern for high gain before feedback and superior rejection of off-axis soundNeodymium magnet for high signal-to-noise outputHardened steel mesh grille that resists wear and abuseAdvanced pneumatic shock mount system that minimizes transmission of mechanical noise and vibrationThe Shure Beta 58A is a high-output supercardioid dynamic vocal microphone designed for professional sound reinforcement and project studio recording. It has become a leading choice among vocalists and touring professionals worldwide.The Beta 58A maintains a true supercardioid pattern throughout its frequency range. The Beta 58A has a shaped frequency response that is ideal for close-up vocals. The superb performance of this microphone is not affected by rough handling because of its rugged construction, proven shock mount system, and hardened steel mesh grille.
Strengths: Durable, high quality sound reproduction
Weakness: No on-off switch on the mike
This is my second mike, upgrading from a basic entry-level Shure mike I started singing with a year ago. I've had only one opportunity to hear the new mike in action, and swap between the mikes. The Beta has a slightly warmer sound in that the other tended to emphasize the higher frequencies. I was unaware until I received the Beta that, unlike the first one, it didn't have the switch. The Shure...
Strengths: More clarity, less feedback problems, Affordable and road worthy
Weakness: None I found for a mic at this price
I've been in this business a long time...In the studio, live, indoors, outdoors, you name it and I've played the venue... The old Shure 58 was a pretty good work horse for a long, long time. The beta 58A is a superior mic by far. Hard to find a place or situation it doesn't perform well.
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The Shure Beta 58A is a high-output supercardioid dynamic vocal microphone designed for professional sound reinforcement and project studio recording. This model is an update to the incredibly popular SM58 series and was released along with the Beta 57A back in the mid 90s. Although the Betas actually first came out in 1989, improvements were made soon after which resulted in the A being added to...
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Great live vocal mic!
Strengths: Great live vocal mic for the money. Better high end and better gain before feedback than the widely renowned SM 58.
Weakness: Limited use: mostly just for vocals in live outdoor small and medium sized venues.
Great mic! The Beta 58 was designed based on the popularity of Shure's SM 58 and tailored more specifically for vocals. The Beta 58 is still a extremely tough dynamic mic, but had a better high end response than it's predecessor thanks to the new neodymium capsule. The other difference is that it has a supercardioid pickup pattern allowing better gain before feedback for those groups that like...
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