Shure BETA 98H/C Miniature Instrument Microphone for Sax/Brass

The Shure BETA 98H/C and WB98H/C are premium cardioid condenser instrument microphones that deliver high gain-before-feedback and excellent rejection of unwanted noise. They feature transformerless preamplifier circuitry, which improves linearity across the full frequency range, and a tailored response for natural sound reproduction.

The integrated gooseneck and ratcheting swivel joint allow the microphone to be easily positioned and secured, while the isolation shock-mount reduces the transmission of instrument "key noise" and other mechanical noise. Additionally, a gooseneck angle brace is included to provide better retention of the microphone placement during more active performances.

The BETA 98H/C and WB98H/C are designed to clamp onto the bell of wind instruments or the rim of percussion instruments. Their high maximum sound pressure level (SPL) enables them to handle the extreme demands of brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments.

The most common applications and placement techniques for the BETA 98H/C include:

Saxophone Placement: Clamp the microphone onto the bell of the saxophone, a few inches from and facing into the bell, to produce a bright tonal balance while minimizing feedback and leakage.

Soprano Saxophone Placement: Clamp the microphone onto the bell of the saxophone and adjust the gooseneck so the microphone is facing the keys of the instrument, a few inches from the lower keys, to produce a warm and full tonal balance. For a brighter tone, adjust the gooseneck so the microphone is facing into the bell, a few inches away.

Trombone Placement: Clamp the microphone onto the bell of the trombone and adjust the gooseneck so the microphone is facing directly into the bell, a few inches away, to produce a bright tonal balance while providing maximum isolation.

Trumpet Placement: Clamp the microphone onto the bell of the trumpet and adjust the gooseneck so the microphone is facing directly into the bell, a few inches away, to produce a bright tonal balance while providing maximum isolation.

Drum Placement: Clamp the microphone onto the drum rim and adjust the gooseneck so the microphone is aiming a few inches above the drum head and an inch from the rim, to provide a full tonal balance.

The BETA 98H/C features a 3 m (10 ft.) high-flex cable with an attached preamplifier (XLR connection), while the WB98H/C is the wireless version. Both models offer a compact, lightweight construction with a low degree of visibility, ensuring a discreet presence during performances.

Interchangeable replacement cartridges, the RPM108 (cardioid) and RPM110 (supercardioid), are available for the BETA 98H/C and WB98H/C, providing versatility and customization options. The legendary Shure ruggedness and reliability ensure the microphones can withstand the demands of professional use.

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