Shure BETA 98H/C Clip-on Condenser Instrument Microphone - Superior Sound for Performances
Discover the Shure BETA 98H/C, a clip-on condenser instrument microphone that's perfect for live performances. • Premier live performance microphone with Shure quality, ruggedness, and reliability • Uniform supercardioid pick-up pattern for maximum gain before feedback and superior rejection of off-axis sound • Smooth, wide frequency response with gradual presence rise and controlled proximity effect tailored for vocals
Features:
- Premier live performance microphone with Shure quality, ruggedness, and reliability
- Uniform supercardioid pick-up pattern for maximum gain before feedback and superior rejection of off-axis sound
- Smooth, wide frequency response with gradual presence rise and controlled proximity effect tailored for vocals
- Advanced cartridge shock mount system absorbs mechanical shock and minimizes handling noise
- Dent-resistant steel mesh grille and enamel coated metal alloy construction resist wear and abuse
- Effective built-in pop filter reduces undesirable wind and breath noise
- Very low susceptibility to RF and electromagnetic hum
Specifications:
- Cartridge Type: Electret Condenser
- Frequency Response: 20 to 20,000 Hz
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid
- Output Impedance: 150 Ω
- Sensitivity (at 1 kHz, open circuit voltage): –56 dBV/Pa (1.6 mV)(1 Pascal=94 dB SPL)
- Maximum SPL(1 kHz at 1% THD, 1KΩ load): 155 dB SPL
- Equivalent Output Noise (A-weighted): 31 dB SPL (typical)
- Dynamic Range(at 1 kHz, 1KΩ load): 124 dB, 132 dB
- Clipping Level(1 kHz at 0.25% THD, 1KΩ load): 3 dBV (1.4 V)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio(Referenced at 94 DB SPL at 1 kHz): 63 dB
- Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3
- Power Requirements: 11–52 VDC phantom power (IEC-61938), 1.2 mA

The Shure BETA 98H/C is a clip-on condenser instrument microphone. It's designed for musicians and performers during live shows. It can be easily attached to the bell of wind instruments or the rim of percussion instruments. The integrated gooseneck and swivel joint let you position it with ease. It has a supercardioid pick-up pattern, a smooth frequency response for vocals, and features like shock mount, a pop filter, and resistance to wear. Technical specs include frequency response from 20 to 20,000 Hz, cardioid polar pattern, and more as listed.