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Shure BETA 181/S Instrument Mic

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Overview

A versatile, ultracompact instrument mic fitted with a supercardioid capsule.

The Shure BETA 181/S instrument mic is a Shure BETA RPM181/Pre preamplifier fitted with a Shure RPM181/S supercardioid capsule. The BETA RPM181/S capsule is ideal for snare drums, acoustic instrumentShow More
Specs

BETA 181/S Instrument Mic Specifications:

  • Cartridge Type: Electret condenser
  • Polar Pattern: Supercardioid
  • Frequency Response: 20–20,000Hz
  • Output Impedance: 110 ohm
  • Sensitivity (open circuit voltage, @ 1kHz, typical: 49.5 dBV/Pa (2.5 mV)
  • Maximum SPL (1kHz at 1% THD):
  • 2,500 ohm load: 154.5dB SPL
  • 1,000 ohm load: 152dB SPLSignal-to-Noise Ratio: 71.5dB
  • Dynamic Range:
  • 2,500 ohm load: 132.0dB
  • 1,000 ohm load: 129.5dB
    Clipping Level @ 1 kHz, 1% THD:
  • 2,500 ohm load: 10.5 dBV
  • 1,000 ohm load: 7.5 dBVSelf Noise (equivalent SPL,A-weighted, typical): 22.5 dB SPL-A
  • Common Mode Rejection (20–20,000kHz): ±55dB
  • Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3
  • Power Requirements 11“52 V DC phantom power (IEC-61938): 2.4 mA, maximum
  • Net Weight 145 g (5.1 oz.)
  • Preamp dimensions (L x Dia.): 4.40" x .80", (124.46 x 20.32 mm)
  • Capsule width: 1.36" (34.54 mm)
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