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Shure Beta 181/C (Cardioid)

Item ID: Beta181C

Cardioid Small-diaphragm Side-address Condenser Microphone

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Small-diaphragm Sound, Side-address Convenience!

Small diaphragm condenser microphones offer incredible accuracy and imaging, which makes them indispensable for capturing acoustic instruments, cymbals, and many other sound sources in the studio. However, positioning traditional pencil-style condensers has it challenges. That's what's so great about Shure's Beta 181 ultra-compact small-diaphragm side-address condenser microphones. This super-flexible microphone fits in places that traditional pencil condensers simply don't, giving you the same tight and focused sound, plus the flexibility to position your mics exactly where you need them.



The Beta 181/C has a cardioid pickup pattern, adding a combination of a broad frontal pickup spread and excellent off-axis sound rejection to its easy of positioning. What's even better is that, like all Beta 181 models, the Beta 181/C has a switchable capsule, so you can pick up additional polar patterns to suite your needs.

Shure Beta 181/C Small-diaphragm Side-address Condenser Microphone Features at a Glance:
  • Polar pattern: cardioid
  • Sensitivity: -46.5dBV/Pa (2.4 mV)
  • Maximum SPL: 151.5dB SPL (2.5-kohm load), 149.0dB SPL (1-kohm load)
  • Precision-engineered, compact side-address design
  • Easy to position in many configurations and in tight places front-address condensers won't fit
  • Optional interchangeable polar pattern capsules attach to the Beta 181 body for extra flexibility
  • For use in high SPL environments
  • Includes stand adapter, windscreen, and carrying case (carrying case will securely protect up to 4 polar pattern capsules)
  • Weight: 5.1 oz.

The Shure Beta 181 small-diaphragm side-address condenser microphone adds flexibility to any studio!

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Manufacturer Part Number BETA 181/C

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Paul Bates
The Shure Beta 181/C is the new standard for snare drum in my own home studio. Period.
Carson McClain
I've heard the Shure Beta 181/C miking both acoustic pianos and drums, and I've been very impressed. I think the Beta 181 will become a new standard in both studio and live miking.

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Shure Beta 181/C (Cardioid)

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