Shure BETA 87A Supercardioid Condenser Vocal Microphone

by Shure

Product Features

• Smooth frequency response with gradual presence rise
• Highly consistent supercardioid polar pattern provides superior gain before feedback
• Electonic low-frequency roll off compensates for proximity effect
• Wide dynamic range (117 dB) and low distortion characteristics
• Built in pop filter reduces undesirable wind and breath sounds
• Highly consistent super-cardioid polar pattern provides superior gain-before-feedback.
• Electronic low-frequency roll-off compensates for proximity effect; Wide dynamic range and low distortion characteristics
• Very low susceptibility to RFI and electromagnetic hum

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 2 x 2 inches ; 7.7 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B0002BACBO
• Item model number: BETA87A
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #10,270 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The Beta 87 microphone has consistently been a top choice of performers and audio technicians around the world due to its superb accuracy and detail, and rich vocal production. This long-standing favorite now features a new design and has been renamed the Beta 87A TM.

In response to user requests, Shure has redesigned this microphone by just slightly thickening the handle for a more comfortable feel when hand-held. In addition, the Beta 87A now includes the A25D break-resistant swivel adapter.

The Shure Model Beta 87A is a premium quality supercardioid hand-held electret condenser vocal microphone with exceptionally smooth frequency response and high sound pressure level (SPL) capability. Used for professional sound reinforcement, broadcasting, and studio recording applications, the Beta 87A combines superb performance with the ruggedness needed for touring and field production.

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.

• Smooth, tailored frequency response provides detail, accuracy, and warmth for vocals
• Extremely accurate supercardioid pattern at all frequencies provides the highest gain-before-feedback
• Three-stage pop filter minimizes breath pop and noise
• Break-resistant stand adapter
• Frequency response: 50 to 20,000 Hz

Product Description

The Shure Beta 87A is a premium quality supercardioid hand-held electret condenser vocal microphone with exceptionally smooth frequency response and high sound pressure level capability. Used for professional sound reinforcement, broadcasting, and studio recording applications, the Beta 87A combines superb performance with the ruggedness needed for touring and field production

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Lives up to hype, April 20, 2007

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D. Annanders "aeron99" (Los Angeles, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Shure BETA 87A Supercardioid Condenser Vocal Microphone (Electronics)

Every positive comment about this microphone is right on. I finally have found a mic that captures every resonance, and clarity. I have used it to record and perform live. This is an amazing tech. that delivers real results. I bought it based on reviews without trying it out first, and it was the best mic purchase I have ever made. This mic has a quality that far exceeds the initial investment.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars S-M-O-O-T-H... "Audio Velvet", June 18, 2009

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Raymond Anthony "Innovation Developer" (The Woodlands, TX USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Shure BETA 87A Supercardioid Condenser Vocal Microphone (Electronics)

Just look around at TV shows and see how speakers, singers, other personalities and performers use THIS microphone. The word has gotten out that if you want to sound your BEST use this baby! I do and I would NOT settle for any less now.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful for spoken word and podcasting..., October 1, 2008

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Kiko Lombardi (Chicago, IL USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Shure BETA 87A Supercardioid Condenser Vocal Microphone (Electronics)

After using countless large diaphragm condenser mics over the years, I've settled on the Beta 87a and the Beta 58a for my vocal work.

I've produced podcasts, spoken word pieces and voiceovers with both of these microphones with superb results with hardly any EQ needed. (You can listen to samples at blog.visitronix.com)

Neither one of these mics will let you down. I highly recommend them!