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Shure Beta 87C

Item ID: Beta87C

Cardioid Condenser Mic with 50Hz-20kHz Frequency Response

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From Our Research Team:

A Cardioid Version of the Beta 87A!

The Shure Beta 87A has consistently been a top choice of performers and audio technicians around the world due to its superb accuracy and detail, and rich vocal production. This long-standing favorite now incorporates a cardioid polar pattern and has been named the Beta 87C.

Shure Beta 87C Microphone at a Glance:
  • Studio-grade performance and extended high-frequency response
  • Cardioid polar pattern rejects ambient noise

Studio-grade performance and extended high-frequency response
Developed in response to professional demands associated with the use of personal monitoring devices like the Shure PSM Series, Shure's new Beta 87C premium vocal microphone delivers studio-grade performance and a smooth, extended high-end frequency response in a cardioid condenser design.

Cardioid polar pattern rejects ambient noise
The uniform cardioid polar pattern of the Beta 87C enables users to effectively reject ambient noise arriving at the rear of the microphone, an attribute that will be especially appealing to users of personal monitors and others who frequently experience undesirable sounds bleeding into their mixes.

Shure Beta 87C Microphone Features:
  • Smooth, wide frequency response with slight presence rise
  • Uniform cardioid polar pattern for maximum isolation
  • Minimal off-axis tone coloration
  • Low-frequency roll-off compensates for proximity effect
  • Three-stage pop filter minimizes breath pop and noise
  • Break-resistant stand adapter
  • Frequency response: 50Hz to 20kHz

The Shure Beta 87C Condenser Mic is a smooth performer!

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Specification Detail
Microphone Type Condenser
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Response 50Hz-20kHz
Max SPL 140.5 dB
Signal to Noise Ratio 70.5 dB
Self Noise 23.5 dB-A
Output Impedance 150 ohms
Length 7.56"
Diameter 2"
Weight .46 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number BETA87C

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Reviews

based on 5 reviews

Smooth and Honest!

by Steve Schriemer from Ann Arbor, MI USA
October 22, 2008
Music Background: Recording Engineer, Folk Rock Musician, and Student
I purchased this mic through Sweetwater over a year ago and since then I've played about 20 shows with this mic. I LOVE IT! I've been really pleased with how natural it sounds. It sounds great on my v... read more [+]oice and it doesn't sound too harsh when I mic my harmonica with it. This microphone allows me to bring studio quality sound to a live gig, which makes me very happy. It's been worth every penny. The only downside to this mic is that it will feedback if you have a loud drum set behind your vocalist, but if you're a solo artist like me, or if you play a quieter style of music, than this mic is perfect.

I've also used this mic in my home studio with wonderful results. I'd recommend this mic to anyone who is looking to give their live sound that "intimate sound," or "Studio Magic." It's a great microphone and I hope you'll be able to enjoy it just as much as I have! close [-]

great in house mic

by scott g solly from bright indiana
April 1, 2008
Music Background: musician/recording engineer/singer
I've been using this mic for over a year now and i can say that this mic really sounds great, from all the soft spoken to the screaming and everything in between. I recorded my vocals in my bedroom wi... read more [+]th street noise yelling kids and a furnace running and it didn't pick any of that up, just my vocal so i would recomend this for those who need to isolate outside noise in the house. My only issue it that i had to by a foam cover for extra protection against the pops because the internal foam only does so much.
well built all metal construction. close [-]

Shure Beta 87C

by Jeff Carter from Monrovia CA, USA
December 21, 2011
Music Background: Gospel Singer
Good, clear, and pure sound, allows smooth transitoin to upper voice.

Always reliable

by Bill Nettles from West TN
September 19, 2011
Music Background: church sound engineer, bass player
I love the Beta 87 series of mics. The tone quality and eq is very easy to work with. I prefer the 87A to the 87C in general, but when working with stand mics and guitar players, the 87C works better... read more [+] because it's not as tight a cardiod pattern. There is too much drop off in the 87A when a singer moves their head with keeping the mic directly in front. The 87C handles the head swing much better. Can't run the monitors as loud with the C, but I'm in a confined space and don't need them loud .

Affordable and higher quality sound than the SM58 (have never tried the Beta 58). close [-]

Smooth and Warm

by Pete from California
February 22, 2009
Music Background: Pro musician
I use this mic live. I would classify it's sound as even/smooth. Slight proximity effect when within an 1-2 inches, but in no way unpleasant. Presesnce boost is slight ( My ears tell me at around 3-7 ... read more [+]khz). I find that the Neumann KSM 105 and the Beta 87C are very similar in response. The only differences I find between them is that the 87C sounds a bit more defused, or a tad less focused, especially on the top in comparison. Where as the KSM 105 has a very focused top and a fatter sound when "eating" the mic" Note: The 87C sounds nothing like the Beta 87A. I find the "A" version mic to have a shrill sound with no warmth. This is an all around great mic. close [-]
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