Beta 98H/C

Common name: Shure Beta 98H/C

Production Status: In production

The Beta 98H/C is a miniature cardioid electret condenser microphone with transformer-less preamplifier circuitry. It can withstand high sound pressure levels and is ideal for brass, woodwind and percussion instruments. The preamplifier is attached to a 3 metre long high-flex cable. The microphone has a goose-neck, ratcheting swivel joint and gooseneck angle brace for optimum placement. The cardioid capsule element can be replaced with a super-cardioid one (RPM 110). Includes zippered carrying bag, windscreen, in-line preamplifier and attached XLR-3 terminated 3 metre high-flex cable.

Electrical Characteristics

Frequency Response
20Hz - 20 kHz
Output Sensitivity
1.6 mV/Pa
Max SPL
155
Max SPL, THD:
1
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
31 dB-A
Output Impedance
150Ω
Recommended Load
1kΩ
Powering
Phantom 12-48
Supply Current
1.2 mA
Alternative Powering

Switchable Options

Pad
Filter/EQ

Physical Characteristics

Connector
XLR-3M
Connector notes
Available Colours
Black
Weight
65 g
Length
Min diameter width
Max diameter
Depth

Accessories

Included
Zippered carrying bag, windscreen, in-line preamplifier and attached XLR-3 terminated 3 metre high-flex cable.
Optional