Shure BETA 52A Bass Drum (Stand Mount) Dynamic Supercardioid Mic
Optimized for low-frequency bass punch and high-power SPL handling, the Beta 52A's supercardioid design provides maximum isolation from other onstage sounds.
Its ideal for the professional musician looking to mic up their kick drum, bass amp and acoustic bass. It has the quality and durability to be used on stage and in the studio.
The supercardioidcardioid pickup pattern limits interference from other on-stage sound sources and reduces feedback. The frequency response is perfectly tailored for bass instruments with a 20Hz to 10kHz frequency response with a presence boost at 4kHz to let electric basses and kick drums cut through the mix.



- Frequency response shaped specifically for kick drums and bass instruments
- Built–in dynamic locking stand adapter with integral XLR connector simplifies setup, especially inside a kick drum
- Studio quality performance, even at extremely high sound pressure levels
- Supercardioid pattern for high gain before feedback and superior rejection of unwanted noise
- Hardened steel mesh grille that resists wear and abuse
- Advanced pneumatic shock mount system that minimizes transmission of mechanical noise and vibration
- Neodymium magnet for high signal–to–noise ratio output
- Low sensitivity to varying load impedance
- Legendary Shure quality and reliability
Product Specifications
General
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 10 kHz
- Frequency Response: Tailored
- Sensitivity: -64.00 dBV/Pa – 0.60 mV/Pa
- Sound Pressure: 174 dB dB
- Transducer Type: Dynamic
- Polar Pattern: Supercardioid
- Switchable low cut: No
- Connectors: XLR
- Attenuator: No
- Interchangeable Capsule: No
- Main Functionality: Performance
- Headphone Output: No
- Cartridge: Fixed
Physical & Dimensions
- Weight: 605g
- Height: 162.7mm
- Width: 95.25mm
- Depth: 113mm
What's in the Box?
- 1 Microphone
- 1 Storage bag
- 1 5/8" to 3/8" (Euro) Thread Adapter