Shure Beta 58A Supercardioid Dynamic Vocal Mic

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Beta 58A Supercardioid Dynamic Vocal Mic

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Beta 58A Supercardioid Dynamic Vocal Mic
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The Shure BETA58®A dynamic microphone is precision-engineered for vocals in professional live sound reinforcement and studio recording applications. A tailored frequency response accentuates the clarity of vocals, and a tight, supercardioid pickup pattern ensures high gain before feedback, maximum sound isolation, and minimum off-axis tone coloration.

The BETA58A is ideal for close-up lead and background vocals, especially in high sound pressure level (SPL) environments. A proven shock mount system, hardened steel-mesh grille, and superior build quality withstand the rigors of daily sound reinforcement.

Features
• Premier live performance microphone with Shure quality, ruggedness, and reliability
• Uniform supercardioid pick-up pattern for maximum gain before feedback and superior rejection of off-axis sound
• Tailored frequency response specifically shaped for vocals, with brightened midrange and bass roll off to control proximity effect
• Neodymium magnet for greater sensitivity and higher output
• Advanced pneumatic shock mount system that minimizes transmission of mechanical noise and vibration
• Dent-resistant steel mesh grille and enamel coated die-cast metal construction resist wear and abuse
• Effective built-in pop filter reduces undesirable wind and breath noise
• Legendary Shure build quality and reliability

Specifications
Type: Dynamic (moving coil)
Frequency Response: 50 to 16,000 Hz
Polar Pattern: Supercardioid
Output Impedance: 150ohms (290ohms actual)
Sensitivity: -51.5 dBV/Pa (2.6mV)
Dimensions: 160mm(6 11/32in) long x 50mm(2in) wide

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Still on point after 30+ years 0 of 0 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store   Peterborough, Ontario
I bought my Beta 58 back in 1991, and it still performs like a dream! I have a very strong alto voice and this mic never lets me down. I am going to purchase a new one, though - with another full schedule of shows this year, I don't want to take a chance of something happening to old reliable during set-up, and me being without my Beta 58 at showtime..
Posted by Belinda Wilson on Jun 14, 2024
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Better than a Shure SM58, but... 2 of 5 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store   Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
A Shure Beta 58A microphone has less bass and more treble than a Shure SM58. But it is also more prone to feedback than an SM58. For example, I can connect an SM58 at full volume in close proximity to a Bose S1 Pro PA speaker or a Fender Acoustic Junior amp, with no feedback. Not so with a Beta 58A. The latter tends to squeal at 3/4 volume. This is something to consider if you place a Beta 58A in close proximity to a PA speaker.
Posted by Rudy on May 24, 2023
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Shure Dynamic Beta 58 A 5 of 7 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store   Abbotsford, British Columbia
I have owned this for baby for 15 years. I sing loud and this mike with its nice bottom end still sounds outstanding.
Posted by Ray on Jan 9, 2020
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Absolutely awesome. 11 of 11 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store   Ottawa, Ontario
This is my first microphone. Picked it up from L&M Ottawa (Hunt Club) back in June or July. I've been using for a few months now and thought it was high time for a review. I was going to get the Sennheiser e945, which I'm sure is a fantastic mic, but they didn't have it in stock and I'm impatient... I decided to go with the Beta 58A. I am so happy with this mic. I am running it into a Boss VE-500 vocal processor which is output into a Mackie mixer and then into some cheap Samson studio monitors that I've had for years (which are so good for jamming in my place). I just can't believe the sound I'm getting lol I essentially learned how to sing with this mic. It is so clear and crispy that it will help you really nail down weaknesses in your voice, if you have any, so I think it's a great choice for newcomers. I admit that I have no reference to another mic. I have a deep voice and I really give it when I sing. This mic sounds incredible and it's built like a tank; it misses nothing. I considered the SM58 but since I had a few dollars extra to spend on music equipment I went with the supercardioid instead. My hope is that the more expensive 58A will last for years (I'm sure the SM58s last for years too). I also have two SM57s for miking a stereo amp. Awesome. Anyway, I know this isn't a technical review, but if you're on the fence about one of these and/or if you're a new vocalist wondering what to get: just go and buy one lol
Posted by Christopher N on Oct 25, 2019
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Not for every voice! 16 of 19 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store   Québec, Quebec
Hi, I work as a soundman. I worked with a lot of microphones and this one cause me some problem on certain occasions. Cause it doesn't fit for all voice. It tend to be really brighter than the cheaper SM58. It is said to be less prone to feedback pour with soft voice in a loud environment it can go out of contrôle easily. In fact with all the signer who brought this mic only a few was a good match. Understand me: it is not a bad mic. It may juste be perfect for you but try out the BETA57 which is really good on a variety of voice or stick with the trust worthy SM58....or go Sennheiser!
Posted by René Talbot on Apr 18, 2018
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Sure Beta 58A 2 of 2 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store   Kanata, Ontario
Love it had for years no issues
Posted by Alan Wright on Dec 7, 2017
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Shure deal 9 of 11 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store   Abbotsford, British Columbia
Bought my Beta a three years ago. Plenty of shows and it's been dropped more than a few times. Not a dent. Still sounds better than my band mates 58s. I don't even need as much gain. Lots of head room.
Posted by anonymous on Feb 11, 2015
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