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Ideal for both acoustic and electric instruments as well as for vocals.
The Shure Beta 57A mic improves the design of the favorite Beta 57 to optimize warmth and presence. An excellent supercardioid pattern gives superior gain-before-feedback. Its grille is hardened for longer life and designed for close placement to enhance low-frequency proximity effect. Shockmount decreases handling noise. Frequency response: 50Hz-16kHz.
Shure Beta 57A Microphone Features:
- Optimized response for maximum warmth and presence
- Supercardioid pattern for superior gain-before-feedback
- Hardened grille holds up to rough handling
- Internal shockmount reduces handling noise
- 50 - 16,000Hz frequency response
Shure Beta 57A Microphone Specifications:| Connectivity | XLR | | Frequency Response | 50Hz-16kHz | | On Off Switch | No | | Polar Pattern | Supercardioid | | Style | Vocal, Instrument | | Suggested Applications | Vocals, Instruments | | Type | Dynamic |
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if you can only buy one mic.
First, This mic is like a luxurious SM57. If you are a cheapskate, buy an sm57 instead. If you appreciate finer nuances, and a lush brilliance, read on.
This was my first mic. It has served double-duty as a vocal and electric guitar mic for about 7 years. This mic has stood the test of time concerning durability and performance. It has a nice heavy,high-quality feel found in mics built for the road.
Compared to the sm57, this mic is a little brighter, and dare I say it, fuller. There is a boost in the high mids that makes a singer shine, and a shredder smoke. This mic will handle earth-shattering SPL's from your meanest guitar amp.
If you don't appreciate finer details, the sm57 is a great mic. Go buy that one. If you are a perfectionist, and you want one mic to do the job of five, get a beta 57A right now.
Reviewed by Guitarsliner on 9/1/2006 who plays glam, hair, power, pop.
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Every kit needs this jack-of-all-trades
I use this microphone for live snare drum. The result is a bright, full sound that meshes well with a properly-produced kick sound. It is equally adept at micing electric guitar cabs as well. The Beta Series blue rubber band may break off from an errant drum stick hit, but the grill will hold up perfectly. Drummers whose techniques make their snare hard to gate will benefit from the Beta 57?s tight pickup pattern. Engineers looking for better isolation and who are irked by their SM57 crowns breaking off should consider checking out the Beta 57.
Reviewed by wcknightjr on 10/18/2006 who plays Metal / Hardcore.
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sounds great as a vocal mic also!
I own a Beta 57 and a Beta 58, as well as a few 'standard' 57's and 58's. By my own ear and after getting several positive comments from vocalists and band members - the Beta 57 is my 'secret weapon' live vocal mic. For the right vocalist, it seems a touch warmer and less harsh than the Beta 58 when pushed. Two different female vocalists that I perform with absolutely love the sound of this mic, and I agree. Through my small/medium venue pa system, with little or no coloring from the EQ, this mic is warm and crystal clear, even when the volume increases. R&B, Jazz, Funk, Reggae and Blues vocalists- don't overlook this mic!
Reviewed by cdp on 4/24/2007 who plays R&B, Latin Jazz, Reggae.
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The SM57 on steroids
This is a great mic and only a little bit more than the sm 57 which is always a great mic on its' own.
I love to use these for amps and snare drums.They really handle wuite a signal with great gain before feedback ratio.
When using condensors gets risky for live music,this is also a great mic for acoustic instruments.
Reviewed by blue1music on 8/31/2006 who plays classic rock and prise and worship on sunday.
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