Shure Incorporated Table of Contents Setting Attenuation BETA27 Instrument Microphone Integral Pop Filter General Description Load Impedance Features Performance Characteristics Power Requirements Applications Specifications Avoiding Pickup of Unwanted Sound Sources Accessories Furnished Accessories Stand Adapter Optional Accessories Positioning the Microphone...
Shure Incorporated BETA27 Instrument Microphone General Description ® The Shure Beta 27 is a studio-grade, side-address condenser microphone for professional sound reinforcement. Its flat fre- quency response, low self noise, and superior construction quality provide unerring precision in demanding performance and recording environments. A tight supercardioid pattern ensures high gain before feedback, maximum sound isolation, and con- sistent off-axis rejection. Features • Supercardioid polar pattern targets intended sound source with minimized bleed from off axis sound sources ®...
NOTE: To reduce low-frequency vibrations transmitted through the stand, use an isolating shock mount. Visit www.shure.com for more information. Positioning the Microphone The front of the microphone is marked by the Shure logo. Position this side toward the sound source. 4/10...
Shure Incorporated Selecting Low-Frequency Response A three-position switch on the back of the microphone lets you adjust the low-frequency response. Use the low-frequency filter to reduce wind noise, room noise, or proximity effect. Flat response. Provides the most natural sound in most applications.
Shure Incorporated -15dB For use with extremely loud sound sources such as drums, horns, or loud guitar cabinets. Integral Pop Filter The microphone grille consists of 3 separate mesh layers that act as an integral pop filter. This helps reduce wind and breath noise. Depending on the performer, an external pop-protection screen or windscreen may be necessary when close-miking vo-...
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Shure Incorporated 2500 Ω load 154 dB SPL 1000 Ω load 134 dB SPL PAD OFF 2500 Ω load 140 dB SPL Signal-To-Noise Ratio (Ref. 94 dB SPL at 1 kHz) 86 dB[2] Dynamic Range (at 1 kHz) 1000 Ω load 126 dB 2500 Ω load 132 dB Common Mode Rejection (10 Hz to 10 kHz) >50 dB...
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Shure Incorporated [3] THD of microphone preamplifier when applied input signal is equivalent to cartridge output at specified SPL. [4] All specifications measured with a 48 Vdc phantom power supply. The microphone operates at lower voltages, but with slightly decreased headroom and sensitivity.
Black Mount/Swivel Adapter for BETA27, KSM27, KSM32 and KSM44 A32M Padded, Zippered Carrying Bag for BETA27, SM27 A27ZB Optional Accessories Black Foam Windscreen for BETA27, KSM27, KSM32, KSM42, KSM44, KSM44A, A32WS PG27, PG42 and SM27 ® Popper Stopper Pop Filter with Metal Gooseneck and Microphone Stand Clamp PS-6 ®...
Shure Incorporated Certifications CE Notice Hereby, Shure Incorporated declares that this product with CE Marking has been determined to be in compliance with Euro- pean Union requirements. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following site: https://www.shure.com/en-EU/support/declara- tions-of-conformity. UKCA Notice Hereby, Shure Incorporated declares that this product with UKCA Marking has been determined to be in compliance with UK- CA requirements. The full text of the UK declaration of conformity is available at the following site: https://www.shure.com/en-GB/support/declara-...