BETA 98/S Intrument Microphone

Tailored frequency response for studio quality performance
Wide dynamic range for use in high SPL environments
Uniform supercardioid pattern for high gain before feedback and superior rejection of off-axis sound
Optional A98D drum mount is unobtrusive and versatile, allowing precise positioning of the microphone while holding it firmly in place
Compact design reduces stage clutter
Detachable cable for easy storage
Interchangeable microphone cartridges with different polar patterns are available
Legendary Shure quality, ruggedness, and reliability
Overview on all Beta 98 models
Model
Polar Pattern

Interchangeable Capsue Mounting (incl.) Cable (incl.) RPM626 Preamp Wireless Option
Beta 98S Supercardioid Cardioid (RPM108) Stand mount (RK282) 95A2398 (TA3F/TA4F) InLine, plug-in yes
Beta 98D/S Supercardioid Cardioid (RPM108) Drum mount (A98D) C98D (TA3F/TA4F) InLine, plug-in yes
Beta 98H/C Cardioid Supercardioid (RPM110) Horn mount fixed InLine, fixed no
WB98H/C Cardioid Supercardioid (RPM110) Horn mount fixed without yes
Beta 98A/C Cardioid - Stand mount (RK282) C98D (TA3F/TA4F) InLine, plug-in yes
Beta 98AD/C Cardioid - Drum mount (A98D) C98D (TA3F/TA4F) InLine, plug-in yes
Beta 98AMP/C Cardioid - Universal mount (A75M) - integrated bo
What is the Beta 98S best suited to?
It’s a premium instrument microphone which is ideal for use with a variety of instruments such as drums, conga, piano, reed, wind and string in both stage and studio applications.

What are the Charactaristics of the Beta 98S?
It has a tailored frequency response of 20Hz – 20KHz and a high maximum sound pressure level (SPL) of 125dB. It has a supercardioid pickup pattern providing high gain before feedback. A seperate in-line preamplifier is included as well as a 25ft detatchable cable to go between the pre-amp and the mic. The pre-amp output is through a male XLR socket, and requires phantom power.

This mic is also available with a drum mount. See Beta 98D/S