Shure Beta 52 A

Shure Beta 52A Kick Drum Microphone

The Shure Beta 52A is a professional dynamic supercardioid microphone designed specifically for kick drums and other low-frequency instruments such as bass amps and floor toms. It is widely used in live sound and studio recording due to its high SPL handling, strong low-end response, and rugged build quality.

Features

• Supercardioid pickup pattern: Excellent isolation and high gain before feedback.
• Tailored frequency response: Optimized for deep bass and punchy kick drum attack.
• High SPL handling: Handles extremely loud sound sources without distortion.
• Neodymium magnet: Provides high output level and sensitivity.
• Integrated swivel mount: Built-in stand adapter with XLR connector for easy placement inside kick drums.
• Rugged construction: Steel grille and die-cast housing for stage durability.
• Internal shock isolation: Reduces handling noise and vibration transfer.

Benefits

• Industry-standard kick drum microphone for live and studio use.
• Strong low-end capture with clear attack definition.
• Reliable performance even in very loud environments.
• Durable enough for touring and heavy use.

Package Contents: Microphone, stand adapter, storage bag, thread adapter

Technical Details

• Type: Dynamic (moving coil)
• Polar pattern: Supercardioid
• Frequency response: 20 Hz – 10 kHz
• Output impedance: 150 Ω
• Sensitivity: -64 dBV/Pa (0.6 mV)
• Maximum SPL: 174 dB
• Connector: XLR (3-pin)
• Power requirement: None (dynamic microphone)

Keywords

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