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Shure BETA 181 Ultra-Compact Side-Address Microphone

Part #:
BETA 181/BI
Model #:
BETA 181
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The Shure BETA 181 Ultra-Compact Side-Address Microphone is a precision-engineered, versatile condenser instrument microphone with interchangeable polar pattern capsule options.

Description

The Shure BETA 181 is an ultra-compact, small-diaphragm side-address condenser microphone, designed for discreet placement and control in live and studio environments. Featuring interchangeable cardioid, supercardioid, omnidirectional and bidirectional capsule options for superior versatility, the small diaphragm design provides superior audio with consistent, textbook polar responses in a form factor small enough to get close to the source in the tightest conditions.

Features

  • Premier live performance microphone with Shure quality, ruggedness, and reliability
  • Compact preamp attaches to four interchangeable capsules
  • Wide dynamic range for use in high SPL environments
  • Side-address form allows for discreet positioning in tight performance and recording settings
  • Innnovative locking ring provides a secure connection between capsule and preamp
  • Hardened steel mesh grille resists denting, wear, and abuse
  • Compact design, under 5" (12 cm), reduces stage clutter
  • Furnished with stand adapter and carrying case

Specifications

Cartridge Type Electret Condenser
Frequency Response 20 to 20,000 Hz
Output Impedance 110 Ω
Common Mode Rejection, 20 to 20,000 kHz ≥55 dB
Polarity Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3
Power Requirements 11–52 V DC phantom power (IEC-61938) 2.4 mA, maximum
181/C Cardioid
181/S Supercardioid
181/O Omnidirectional
181/BI Bidirectional
Cardioid –46.5 dBV/Pa (4.7 mV)
Supercardioid –49.5 dBV/Pa (3.4 mV)
Omnidirectional –52.0 dBV/Pa (2.5 mV)
Bidirectional –51.0 dBV/Pa (2.8 mV)
Cardioid 151.5 dB SPL
Supercardioid 154.5 dB SPL
Omnidirectional 157.0 dB SPL
Bidirectional 156.0 dB SPL
Cardioid 140.0 dB SPL
Supercardioid 152.0 dB SPL
Omnidirectional 154.0 dB SPL
Bidirectional 153.5 dB SPL
Cardioid 73.5 dB
Supercardioid 71.5 dB
Omnidirectional 70.5 dB
Bidirectional 71.0 dB
Cardioid 131.0 dB
Supercardioid 132.0 dB
Omnidirectional 133.5 dB
Bidirectional 133.0 dB
Cardioid 128.5 dB
Supercardioid 129.5 dB
Omnidirectional 130.5 dB
Bidirectional 130.5 dB
2500 Ω load 10.5 dBV
1000 Ω load 7.5 dBV
Cardioid 20.5 dB SPL-A
Supercardioid 22.5 dB SPL-A
Omnidirectional 23.5 dB SPL-A
Bidirectional 23.0 dB SPL-A
Dimensions (H x Diameter) 4.90" (124.46 mm) x 1.36" (34.54 mm)
Weight 5.1 oz (145 g)
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