SE Electronics V Beat

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SE Electronics V Beat

SE Electronics

V Beat

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 458520
Model: V Beat
Price: $204.60

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The V Beat is a solid, budget-friendly option for drummers needing focused tom and snare mics. Its supercardioid pattern really helps cut through the kit, and the build quality is surprisingly good for the price point – perfect for gigging musicians and home studios on a tighter budget.

Product Description

  • SE Electronics V Beat
  • Dynamic Instrument Microphone
  • Ideal for Toms
  • Snare and Percussion
  • Polar pattern: Supercardioid
  • Frequency range: 30 - 19000 Hz
  • Sensitivity: 2.0 mV/Pa
  • The integrated shock-mount decouples the capsule from vibrations and shocks
  • Integrated draft shield
  • Robust all-metal housing
  • Optionally available clamp: V Clamp (Article Nr. #458515#)
  • Dimensions (Ø x H): 61 x110 mm
  • Weight: 347g
PROS
  • • Robust all-metal construction inspires confidence and durability.
  • • Supercardioid pattern excels at isolating tom sounds in busy mixes.
  • • Integrated shock mount minimizes unwanted resonance and handling noise.
  • • Draft shield reduces proximity effect, maintaining consistent tone.
CONS
  • • Supercardioid pattern demands precise mic placement for optimal results.
  • • Lacks the extended frequency response of higher-end tom microphones.
  • • While versatile, it’s truly optimized for percussion – less ideal for vocals.

Product Video

Key Features

Mic Type Dynamic
Polar Pattern Supercardioid
Frequency Range 30 - 19000 Hz
Max SPL 140 dB
Clamp Included No
Weight 347g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The SM57 is a classic, but the V Beat's tighter pattern offers better isolation, particularly helpful in less-than-ideal acoustic environments. The V Beat's sound is a touch more modern and less 'mid-focused' than the SM57.
It’s certainly a step up from mics without any isolation, significantly reducing handling noise. However, for truly critical, high-SPL live situations, a dedicated shock mount might still be preferable.
It’s definitely usable on snare, especially if you want a punchy, focused sound. However, more sensitive mics might capture more detail and nuance for a pristine snare recording.

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