Shure Beta 56 A

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Shure Beta 56 A

Shure

Beta 56 A

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 105761
Brand: Shure
Model: Beta 56 A
Price: $207.90

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The Beta 56 A is a workhorse mic, especially for brass instruments like trumpets and horns. Its supercardioid pickup pattern is fantastic for getting a tight, focused sound on stage with minimal bleed, and the build quality is seriously solid – it’ll take a beating. A great choice for gigging musicians needing a reliable, high-output instrument mic.

Product Description

  • Shure Beta 56 A
  • Dynamic Microphone
  • Characteristic: Supercardioid
  • Ideal for instrument miking
  • e.g. for toms
  • snare
  • percussion
  • Built-in adjustable stand adapter
  • With built-in XLR connector for easy installation and maximum flexibility
  • Uniform supercardioid pick-up pattern for high feedback immunity with maximum gain and suppression of ambient noise
  • Compact design saves space on stage
  • Hardened steel basket protects against wear and damage
  • Neodymium magnet for high output levels with minimal noise
  • Air-cushioned shock absorber protects against impact noise and vibrations
  • Frequency response: 50 - 16
  • 000 Hz
  • Output impedance: 150 Ohm
  • Open circuit sensitivity: -51 dBV/Pa (2.8 mV)
  • Weight: 468 g
  • Incl. bag
PROS
  • • Rugged hardened steel basket provides excellent protection during gigging.
  • • Neodymium magnet delivers high output, minimizing preamp noise.
  • • Supercardioid pattern offers excellent feedback rejection on stage.
  • • Integrated stand adapter simplifies mounting and positioning.
CONS
  • • Supercardioid pattern can be tricky to position consistently.
  • • Somewhat heavy, potentially impacting stability on lighter stands.
  • • Limited versatility; primarily designed for instrument miking.

Product Video

Key Features

Mic Type Dynamic
Polar Pattern Supercardioid
Frequency Range 50 Hz - 16 kHz
Mounting Integrated stand adapter
Connector XLR
Weight 468 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 56A’s supercardioid pattern is more directional, ideal for isolating a single tom and rejecting stage noise, unlike the 52A’s wider pattern.
It’s well-built, but consider a heavier-duty stand if you’re regularly bumping into things or using it on very tall stands.
Yes, the response tapers off below 50 Hz, so it's not ideal for capturing extremely low-end rumble, but it's perfectly adequate for most brass instruments.

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