Shure BETA 91A Kick Drum Microphone - Half Cardioid

Description
Shure BETA 91A Kick Drum Microphone - Half CardioidKick drum microphone provides a strong low-end response and maximum gain-before-feedback due to its half-cardioid polar pattern. It features a two-position contour switch to maximize attack and clarity and a low-profile design.
The Shure BETA 91A is designed for use with kick drums, as well as other traditional low-frequency applications including piano. Featuring an updated microphone capsule, integrated preamplifier, and XLR connection, Beta 91A offers a strong low-frequency response and is specifically tailored for bass frequency applications. The Beta 91A combines superior attack and punch for studio-quality sound, even at extremely high sound pressure levels (SPL).
Features
- Uniform half-cardioid polar pattern for maximum gain-before-feedback and rejection of off-axis sound
- Precision-engineered low-profile design features integrated preamplifier and XLR connector to maximize setup efficiency while minimizing stage clutter
- Frequency response tailored for kick drum/low frequency applications with a wide dynamic range for use in high SPL environments
- Two-position contour switch to maximize attack and clarity depending on application: select the flat response setting for natural sound in most applications or the “low-mid scoop” setting for a strong low frequency “punch” with plenty of higher frequency attack
- Requires no external mounting or accessories for ease of use and storage
- Furnished with zipper pouch
If you have any questions about the Shure BETA 91A kick drum microphone, give us a call today.
Available at Ken Stanton Music.

Tech Specs
- UPC: 042406187176
- Model: BETA91A
- Cartridge Type: Electret Condenser
- Polar Pattern: Half-cardioid (cardioid in hemisphere above mounting surface)
- Frequency Response: 20 to 20,000 Hz
- Output Impedance @ 1 kHz: 146 Ω
- Sensitivity (open circuit voltage, @ 1 kHz, typical): –48.5 dBV/Pa[1] (3.8 mV)
- Maximum SPL 1 kHz at 1% THD:
- 2500 Ω load: 155 dB
- 1000 Ω load: 151 dB
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 64.5 dB
- Dynamic Range @ 1 kHz:
- 2500 Ω load: 125.5 dB
- 1000 Ω load: 121.5 dB
- Clipping Level (20 Hz to 20 kHz, 1% THD):
- 2500 Ω load: 12.5 dBV
- 1000 Ω load: 7.5 dBV
- Self Noise (equivalent SPL, A-weighted, typical): 29.5 dB SPL-A
- Common Mode Rejection 20 Hz to 200 kHz: ≥55 dB
- Frequency Contour Switch: 7 dB of attenuation centered at 400 kHz
- Connector: Three-pin professional audio (XLR), male, balanced
- Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm pro- duces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3
- Power Requirements: 11–52 V DC phantom power (IEC-61938), 5.4 mA
- Net Weight: 470 g (16.6 oz.)
