Shure Beta87C Cardioid Condenser Vocal Microphone Details

The Beta 87C 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 incorporates a cardioid polar pattern and has been named the Beta 87C TM.

Developed in response to professional demands associated with the use of personal monitoring devices like the Shure PSM  Series, Shure's new Beta 87C premium vocal microphone delivers studio-grade performance and a smooth, extended high-end frequency response in a cardioid condenser design.

The uniform cardioid polar pattern of the Beta 87C enables users to effectively reject ambient noise arriving at the rear of the microphone, an attribute that will be especially appealing to users of personal monitors and others who frequently experience undesirable sounds bleeding into their mixes.

Shure Beta87C Cardioid Condenser Vocal Microphone Features

• Smooth, wide frequency response with slight presence rise
• Uniform cardioid polar pattern for maximum isolation
• Minimal off-axis tone coloration
• Low-frequency roll-off compensates for proximity effect
• Three-stage pop filter minimizes breath pop and noise
• Break-resistant stand adapter
• Frequency response: 50 to 20,000 Hz

Shure Beta87C Cardioid Condenser Vocal Microphone Specifications

• Type Transducer Type Condenser (electret bias)
• Applications Professional Studio Recording Sound Reinforcement, Broadcast , yet it is built to withstand the rigors of touring.
• Frequency Response 50 to 20,000 Hz
• Polar Pattern Cardioid
• Impedance Output Impedance Rated at 150 ohms (100 ohms actual ±20%)
  
• Recommended minimum load impedance: 800 ohms
• Output Level At 1,000 Hz: Open Circuit Voltage -51 dBV/Pa (2 mV) (1 Pa = 94 dB SPL)
  
• Output Clipping Level 1000 ohm Load at 1,000 Hz 6 dBV (0.5 V)
• Maximum SPL 139 dB at 1,000 Hz (0.25% THD, 1000 ohm load)
• Self-Noise 22 dB typical, A-weighted 24 dB typical, weighted per DIN 45 405 (equivalent sound pressure level; measured with true rms voltmeter)
• Dynamic Range 117 dB (maximum SPL to A-weighted noise level)Hum Sensitivity -5 dB equivalent SPL, maximum, in a 1 mOe field (60 Hz)
• Connector Three pin (XLR) professional audio
• Polarity Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3 of the output connector.
• Case: Aluminum Construction with painted Blue Metalic Finish, and hardened steel grille with nickel satin chrome plating
• Dimensions 192 mm / 7 9/16 in. x 51 mm / 2 in. / handle 21 mm / 53/64 in.
• Weight 207 grams (7.6 oz)
• Power Requirements Phantom Supply Requirement 11 to 52 Vdc, positive at both pins 2 and 3 Current Drain 1.0 to 1.2 mA

Shure Beta87C Cardioid Condenser Vocal Microphone Applications

• Lead Vocals
  
• Backup Vocals