The Shure Beta 181 is an ultra-compact, side-address, condenser microphone, designed for discreet place- ment in live and studio environments. Featuring inter- changeable cardioid, supercardioid, omnidirectional and bidirectional capsules for superior versatility, the small diaphragm of the Beta 181 provides superior audio with consistent, “textbook” polar responses in a form factor small enough to get close to the source in the tightest conditions.
Variations:
Beta 181/C Cardioid Microphone
Beta 181/S Supercardioid MicrophoneBeta
181/O Omnidirectional MicrophoneBeta
181/BI Bidirectional Microphone
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 12 cm (5 in.), reduces stage clutter
- Furnished with stand adapter and carrying casePerformance Characteristics
- Exceptional low-frequency reproduction
- Extremely high SPL handling
- High output level
- No crossover distortion
- Transformer output