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| Shure BETA 98H/C Clip On Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone with Shock Mount and Attached Preamp |
| Camcor Item No. | 136017327 |
| Mfg. Part No. | BETA 98H/C |
Today's Date: September 5, 2026
Shure BETA 98H/C microphone provides a versatile solution for brass or percussion instruments. No external mounting hardware required. The Beta 98H/C is a premium cardioid condenser instrument microphone that clamps onto the bell of wind instruments or onto the rim of percussion instruments. The integrated gooseneck and ratcheting swivel joint allows the mic to be easily positioned and secured, and an isolation shock-mount reduces the transmission of instrument 'key noise' and other mechanical noise. A gooseneck angle brace is included to provide better retention of the microphone placement during more active performances.
Includes BETA 98H/C, swivel adapter, storage bag, and user guide.
Features
Transformerless preamplifier circuitry which improves linearity across the full frequency range. Pickup pattern provides high gain-before-feedback and excellent rejection of unwanted noise High maximum sound pressure level (SPL) enables it to handle the extreme demands of brass, woodwind and percussion instruments. 10' high-flex cable with attached preamplifier (XLR connection) Tailored frequency response for open, natural sound reproduction Compact, lightweight construction provides a low degree of visibility Gooseneck, ratcheting swivel joint and gooseneck angle brace allow for optimum placement and fixed positioning Interchangeable replacement cartridges: RPM108: Cardioid/RPM110: Supercardioid Storage bag User guide.
Specifications
Microphone Type
| Condenser (electret bias) | | Frequency Response | 20 to 20,000 Hz | | Polar Pattern | Unidirectional (cardioid) | | Output Impedance | Rated at 150.0 ohms (actual) Recommended minimum load impedance: 1 kilohm. May be used with loads as low as 150 ohms with reduced clipping level | | Output Level (0 dB = 1 volt per Pascal) | Open Circuit Voltage: -56 dB (1.6 mV) | | Output Clipping Level (at 1kHz, THD < 1%) | 2.5 kilohm load: 11 dBV (3.5 V) 1.0 kilohm load: 3 dBV (1.4 V)
| | Maximum SPL | 2.5 kilohm load: 163 dB 1.0 kilohm load: 155 dB
| | Dynamic Range (maximum SPL to A-weighted noise level) | 132 dB (2.5 kilohm load) | | Signal-to-noise ratio | 63 dB at 94 dB SPL (IEC 651) | | Polarity | Positive pressure on microphone diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 relative to pin 3 of preamplifier output connector. | | Recommended Operating Voltage | 11 to 52 Vdc Phantom | | Environmental Conditions | Operating temperatures: -7 degrees C to 49 degrees C (20 degrees F to 120 degrees F) Storage temperatures: 29 degrees C to +74 degrees C (-20 degrees F to 165 degrees F) Relative Humidity: 0 to 95%
| | Net Weight | 1lb | |
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