| Type | Condenser (electret bias) |
| Frequency Response | 20 to 20,000 Hz |
| Polar Pattern | Supercardioid (as supplied), uniform with frequency, symmetrical about axis. Cartridge for cardioid polar pattern also available. |
| Output Level (at 1,000 Hz) | Open Circuit Voltage: -59 dBV/Pa* (1 mV) typical *1 Pa = 94 dB SPL
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| Maximum SPL | (20 Hz to 20 kHz, less than 1% THD) 2.5 kilohm load: 160 dB 1 kilohm load: 156 dB
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| Dynamic Range | (at 20 Hz to 20 kHz, less than 1% THD, 2.5 kilohm load) 125 dB (max SPL minus A-weighted noise)
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| Output Noise | 35 dB SPL, A-weighted |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 59 dB re 94 dB SPL |
| Output Impedance | Rated at 150 ohms (actual) Recommended minimum load impedance: 1 kilohm
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| Hum Pickup | -7.5 dB equivalent SPL in 1 mOe field (60Hz) |
| Polarity | Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3 |
| Phantom Power | 48 Vdc +/- 4 Vdc(IEC-268-15/DIN 45 596), positive pins 2 and 3 |
| Cable | BETA 98/S: 7.6 m (25 ft) light-weight, two-conductor shielded, TA4F to TA3F mini connectors BETA 98D/S: 4.6 m (15 ft) heavy-duty, two-conductor shielded, TA4F to TA3F mini connectors
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| Case | Microphone: Matte black enamel brass case and stainless steel inner grille
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| Dimensions | Microphone: 11.7 mm X 35.6 mm (0.46 in. X 1.40 in.)
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| Net Weight | Microphone: 12 g (0.4 oz) less cable |