The Shure Beta 181 is a compact side address condenser microphone designed for recording instruments. It is specifically designed to be discreetly placed and versatile in tight conditions. This version of the microphone comes with a bidirectional capsule, making it ideal for capturing mono drum overhead dual sources and more. It can also be interchanged with a range of other capsules available from Shure for different recording purposes.
Included with the microphone are the Beta 181/Bi, A57F Mic Clip, A181C Zippered Carrying Case, and A181WS Windscreen. With its compact size, the Beta 181 is perfect for fitting into tight spaces and for discreet placement. It can be used on packed stages or in a studio setting. It features a smooth ultra-flat frequency response, allowing you to capture every nuance of your sound. Additionally, the microphone is built to be super robust, ensuring its durability and longevity.
The RPM181 Bidirectional capsule included with this model captures sound from two directions, making it great for recording two sound sources on a single mono track. It can also be used as a mono drum overhead for quick capture. By pairing it with another bidirectional microphone, the Blumlein technique can be utilized, capturing accurate spatial characteristics in recordings.
The Beta 181 offers high-quality sound and a durable build, making it a reliable option. Its compact preamp is attached to the microphone capsule, allowing for positioning in tight spaces discreetly. The steel grille is resistant to dents and water, and can withstand abuse. The microphone comes with a stand adapter for easy setup and a carrying case for convenient transportation.
Specifications of the Beta 181 include a cartridge type of electret condenser, a bidirectional polar pattern, a frequency response of 20 to 20000 Hz, and an output impedance of 110Ω. Its sensitivity is -51.0 dBV/Pa (2.8 mV), and it has a maximum SPL of 2500Ω load: 156.0dB SPL and 1000Ω load: 153.5dB SPL. The signal-to-noise ratio is 71dB, the dynamic range is 2500Ω load: 133.0dB and 1000Ω load: 130.5dB. The microphone has a clipping level of 2500Ω load: 10.5dBV and 1000Ω load: 7.5dBV, and a self-noise level of 23.0dB SPL-A. It requires 11-52V DC phantom power with a maximum current draw of 2.4mA. The weight of the microphone is 145g.
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