The Shure Beta 87C is a special microphone designed for those who need something more than ordinary. With a premium condenser capsule, it brings a touch of studio magic to the stage. Unlike standard vocal microphones, the Beta 87C captures every single detail, resulting in a richness and depth that is missing in others. It also features a gentle presence lift that imparts a top-end sparkle to your voice. Trusted by distinguished voices in the music industry like Thom Yorke and Elton John, this microphone is for truly expressive performers.
The construction of the 87C is made from die-cast metal alloys, making it profoundly resilient. So, there’s no need to compromise. Take studio quality to the stage with the Shure Beta 87C.
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One of the reasons why the Beta 87C sounds so clear is because it responds to every frequency up to 20kHz, which is the peak of human hearing. This preserves the crisp top end detail and results in a more open and natural sound. There’s also a gentle boost around 9kHz and a bump at 5kHz, allowing your voice to sit distinctly in the mix. With a smooth low-frequency roll-off, the microphone tames the proximity effect and brings extra polish to your voice without the need for EQ. Your vocals will sound refined but never thin. The Beta 87C also boasts a wide dynamic range, able to capture all the idiosyncrasies in your voice from subtle moments to big choruses, without distorting or overloading the microphone. It delivers clean and articulate sound.
The Beta 87A and 87C are virtually identical microphones, except for one factor – the pick-up pattern. The Beta 87A has a supercardioid pick-up pattern, providing improved voice isolation and rejection of feedback. It is the preferred choice for performers using stage monitors. On the other hand, the Beta 87C has a cardioid pick-up pattern, picking up sound from a wider area. While your voice will be less isolated from background noise, it will contain more pleasing room ambience. This makes it the preferred choice for performers using in-ear monitors with less stage noise to contend with.
Reviews for the Shure Beta 87C highlight its ability to deliver studio-quality sound in live performances. Singers who crave pristine clarity and sparkling high-end in their vocals will find this microphone fantastic. It captures vocals naturally and strongly enough to cut through the mix while retaining the condenser vibe. This microphone is truly awesome for live performances.
Included in the box with the Shure Beta 87C are:
– Shure Beta 87C Vocal Microphone
– 5/8 inch to 3/8 inch Thread Adapter
– Break Resistant Microphone Clip
– Storage Bag
Features of the Beta 87C include a premium condenser microphone specifically designed for live vocal performances. Its frequency response is shaped for articulate and clear sound, and its low-frequency roll-off refines boomy bass notes. The microphone has a wide dynamic range that captures both quiet and loud performances without distortion. Its cardioid polar pattern focuses on your voice and reduces feedback. It also has a built-in three-phase pop filter that tames breath and wind noise. An advanced shock-mount system eliminates handling noise, and the slightly wider handle than its predecessor makes it easier to grip and securely fit in mic clips. The grille is dent resistant, and the enamel coated metal alloy resists wear and tear.
Specifications of the Shure Beta 87C include:
– Transducer Type: Condenser
– Polar Pattern: Cardioid
– Frequency Response: 50Hz – 20kHz
– Requires Phantom Power: Yes
– Connectors: 3 pin XLR
– Output Impedance: 150Ω
– Sensitivity: -51.00 dBV/Pa – 2.00 mV/Pa
– Dynamic Range: 117 dB
– Equivalent Selfnoise: 22 dB(A)
– Sound Pressure: 139 dB
– Weight: 207 g
– Dimensions: Height – 160 mm, Width – 43 mm
