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Shure BETA 181/O Ultra-Compact Small-Diaphragm Side-Address Versatile Condenser Microphone for Instruments with Interchangeable Polar Pattern Capsule Options, 3-pin XLR Connector - Omnidirectional

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Model: BETA 181/O

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...

Key features

  • Connector Type: XLR
  • Polar Pattern: Omnidirectional
  • Microphone Form Factor: microphone only
  • Interchangeable polar pattern capsules attach to a compact Preamplifier with integrated XLR connections for the ultimate in low-profile application flexibility
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Connectivity
XLR
Best for
Studio

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.

Product Overview

  • Brand: Shure
  • Model Name: BETA 181/O
  • Connectivity Technology: XLR
  • Connector Type: XLR
  • Special Feature: Stand
  • Compatible Devices: Amplifier
  • Included Components:
  • Polar Pattern: Omnidirectional
  • Item Weight: 1.2 pounds
  • Microphone Form Factor: microphone only

Product Features

  • Interchangeable polar pattern capsules attach to a compact Preamplifier with integrated XLR connections for the ultimate in low-profile application flexibility
  • Precision-engineered, compact side-address design features innovative locking ring to provide secure connection between capsule and Preamplifier
  • Frequency response tailored for wide dynamic range applications for use in high SPL environments
  • Furnished with stand adapter, windscreen and carrying case (carrying case will securely protect up to four polar pattern capsules)
  • BETA 181/O (omnidirectional) for ambient/room, instrument ensemble applications
    Connectivity Technology XLR
    Connector Type XLR
    Special Feature Stand
    Compatible Devices Amplifier
    Polar Pattern Omnidirectional
    Microphone Form Factor microphone only
    Power Source PHANTOM POWER: All condenser microphones require phantom power to operate. Please refer to the User Manual for more details on power requirements.
    Number of Channels 1
    Item Weight 1.2 pounds
    Item Dimensions 10.25 x 5 x 3.25 inches
    Brand Shure
    Model Name BETA 181/O
    Model Number BETA 181/O
    Built-In Media stand adapter, windscreen and carrying case (carrying case will securely protect up to four polar pattern capsules)
    Unit Count 1 Count
    Global Trade Identification Number 00042406187855
    Manufacturer Shure
    Number of Items 1
    UPC 042406187855
    Item Type Name Instrument Condenser Microphone
    Mfr Part Number BETA181-O
    Warranty Description 2 years.
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.

Product Overview

  • Brand: Shure
  • Model Name: BETA 181/O
  • Connectivity Technology: XLR
  • Connector Type: XLR
  • Special Feature: Stand
  • Compatible Devices: Amplifier
  • Included Components:
  • Polar Pattern: Omnidirectional
  • Item Weight: 1.2 pounds
  • Microphone Form Factor: microphone only

Product Features

  • Interchangeable polar pattern capsules attach to a compact Preamplifier with integrated XLR connections for the ultimate in low-profile application flexibility
  • Precision-engineered, compact side-address design features innovative locking ring to provide secure connection between capsule and Preamplifier
  • Frequency response tailored for wide dynamic range applications for use in high SPL environments
  • Furnished with stand adapter, windscreen and carrying case (carrying case will securely protect up to four polar pattern capsules)
  • BETA 181/O (omnidirectional) for ambient/room, instrument ensemble applications
    Connectivity Technology XLR
    Connector Type XLR
    Special Feature Stand
    Compatible Devices Amplifier
    Polar Pattern Omnidirectional
    Microphone Form Factor microphone only
    Power Source PHANTOM POWER: All condenser microphones require phantom power to operate. Please refer to the User Manual for more details on power requirements.
    Number of Channels 1
    Item Weight 1.2 pounds
    Item Dimensions 10.25 x 5 x 3.25 inches
    Brand Shure
    Model Name BETA 181/O
    Model Number BETA 181/O
    Built-In Media stand adapter, windscreen and carrying case (carrying case will securely protect up to four polar pattern capsules)
    Unit Count 1 Count
    Global Trade Identification Number 00042406187855
    Manufacturer Shure
    Number of Items 1
    UPC 042406187855
    Item Type Name Instrument Condenser Microphone
    Mfr Part Number BETA181-O
    Warranty Description 2 years.
Specifications
Connectivity Technology
XLR
Connector Type
XLR
Special Feature
Stand
Compatible Devices
Amplifier
Polar Pattern
Omnidirectional
Microphone Form Factor
microphone only
Power Source
PHANTOM POWER: All condenser microphones require phantom power to operate. Please refer to the User Manual for more details on power requirements.
Number of Channels
1
Item Weight
1.2 pounds
Item Dimensions
10.25 x 5 x 3.25 inches
Brand
Shure
Model Name
BETA 181/O
Model Number
BETA 181/O
Built-In Media
stand adapter, windscreen and carrying case (carrying case will securely protect up to four polar pattern capsules)
Unit Count
1 Count
Global Trade Identification Number
00042406187855
Manufacturer
Shure
Number of Items
1
UPC
042406187855
Item Type Name
Instrument Condenser Microphone
Mfr Part Number
BETA181-O
Warranty Description
2 years.
What's included
• stand adapter
• windscreen and carrying case (carrying case will securely protect up to four polar pattern capsules)
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