The Shure BETA 52A is a dynamic supercardioid instrument microphone designed for capturing kick drum, acoustic bass, bass amplifiers, and other instruments with similar frequency response and sonic character. The BETA 52A features a contoured frequency response, customized for capturing signal registering at low frequencies. The microphone accurately captures the attacks that contribute to the "punch" of the signal. The supercardioid polar pattern ensures the highest possible gain before feedback while minimizing noise at the off-axis sections of the microphone. A built-in locking stand adapter with an XLR connector simplifies installation when placing the mic inside of a kick drum and its steel mesh grille protects the element from damage.

For Kick Drum & Bass Instruments    Dynamic; Supercardioid Polar Pattern    High SPL Handling

The low-frequency response makes it more than suitable for bass drum, acoustic and electric bass capturing.

The supercardioid polar pattern delivers the highest possible signal before feedback while minimizing noise at the off axis sections of the microphone.

The Neodymium magnet delivers higher gain levels than that of standard element magnets.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. which Mic is better for talk, the shure beta87a or the shure Beta58A?

A: This is very dependent on the person who will be using it and also the area you will be using it in. Female vocals will sound very different than male vocals. Regardless on the frequency response alone, the Beta87a being a condenser it will give you much more clarity and more definition for speech. where the Beta58a will give you a more well rounded sound and will be better in louder environments. It very much depends on who and where you will be using these microphones.

Q: 2. Is the Beta91A manufactured in Mexico or China ?

A: The Shure Beta 91A Boundary Microphone is manufactured in Mexico.

Q: 3. Will this stand be able to hold a Rode Procaster and shock mount solidly?

A: This stand could work as it is rigid, but it will become tippy if you extend the arm out too much with a heavier load.

Q: 4. Can it be used on a bass drum?

A: Should work on nearly all drum rims, snare, tom-tom, or bass.

Q: 5. For grand piano, does this sound better with one or two Beta 91A microphones?

A: One Shure Beta 91A Boundary Microphone is all you need to mic a grand piano.

Q: 6. Does it come with the standard three pin xlr connector or is it a mini xlr connector with an adaptor plug?

A: The Beta-98H/C features a 3 m (10 ft.) high-flex cable with attached preamplifier (XLR connection).If you are looking for a Beta98H/C to use with a wireless transmitter you should look at the WB98H/C. The WB98H/C features a 1.6 m (5.3ft) high-flex cable terminating in a 4-pin mini-connector.

Q: 7. Does the boom arm telescope, too? Or just the vertical shaft?

A: The boom arm is fixed at 16'', but can be moved back and fourth horizontally.

Q: 8. Will this microphone drum mount fit on a Audix F10 or F12 mic?

A: I've never tried them on Audix mics but if you have mic clips for F10 and F12, then you should be ok. You can even attach regular microphone clips on to this rim mount too.

Q: 9. Made in?

A: Made in Mexico.

Q: 10. Is this compatible with the Shure ULXD/2 handhelds?

A: The Shure RPW122 is compatible with the ULXD/2 handheld transmitter.