Shure Beta 87C

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Shure Beta 87C

Shure

Beta 87C

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Product Info

Article Number: 166480
Brand: Shure
Model: Beta 87C
Price: $383.90

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The Beta 87C is a workhorse vocal mic – seriously clean and detailed. It’s a fantastic choice for singers who want a natural, present sound, especially those using in-ear monitors. If you're looking for professional-grade vocal reproduction without a huge investment, this is a solid pick.

Product Description

Shure Beta 87C, Condenser Vocal Microphone

The Beta 87 is the first choice of artists and sound engineers around the world for its high precision and attention to detail and its natural vocal reproduction. The classic is now also available with a cardioid polar pattern under the name Beta 87C.

The Beta 87C is a permanently polarised condenser microphone with a linear frequency response, designed to meet the requirements of professional artists using in-ear monitoring systems such as Shure PSM®.

  • The consistent cardioid polar pattern throughout the entire frequency range is highly effective at preventing unwanted ambient noise
  • which particularly irritates users of in-ear monitoring systems when it comes to the monitor mix. The result is studio-quality audio transmission.
  • Linear frequency response with slight presence boost
  • Consistent cardioid polar pattern throughout the entire frequency range for source isolation and minimal off-axis sound colouration
  • Low-cut compensates for proximity effect
  • Built-in
  • three-layer windscreen minimises pop and breath noise
  • Operation with phantom power
  • Frequency range: 50 Hz - 16
  • 000 Hz
  • Open circuit sensitivity: -54 dBV/Pa (2 mV)
  • Max. sound pressure level: (at 1 kHz; 1 k+load; 0.25% THD
  • total harmonic distortion ): 139 dB
  • Inherent noise (equivalent sound pressure): 22 dB(A)
  • Voltage supply: 11 - 52 V
  • Power consumption: 1.2 mA
  • Dimensions (L x Ø): 192 x 51 mm
  • Weight: 207 g
  • Includes microphone clamp and bag
PROS
  • • Exceptional clarity and detail across the vocal spectrum.
  • • Robust, all-metal construction feels incredibly durable.
  • • Excellent off-axis rejection minimizes stage bleed and room noise.
  • • Linear frequency response delivers a natural, uncolored vocal reproduction.
CONS
  • • Can be overly sensitive for loud, aggressive vocalists.
  • • Lacks a pad switch for extremely high SPL sources.
  • • Cardioid pattern limits versatility for certain recording scenarios.
  • • Premium-priced compared to some entry-level condenser mics.

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Key Features

Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Range 50 Hz - 20 kHz
Max SPL 134 dB SPL
Sensitivity +31.5 dBV/Pa (11.5 mV) @ 1 kHz
Phantom Power 48 V DC, 11-32 V DC
Connector XLR
Weight 1 lb (454 g)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The RE20 is known for its warmth and forgiving nature, while the Beta 87C offers more detail and clarity, but can be more unforgiving with technique.
While primarily a vocal mic, it can work well on acoustic instruments with a clean, detailed sound, but a different mic might be better for a warmer tone.
Not at all – linear means it reproduces frequencies accurately; it doesn’t mean it lacks character. It’s a transparent mic that allows the vocalist's tone to shine.

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