The Shure Beta 52A is a professional supercardioid dynamic instrument microphone engineered specifically for kick drums, bass guitar cabinets and other low-frequency instruments. Featuring a tailored frequency response with enhanced low-end punch and attack, an integrated locking swivel mount, pneumatic shock isolation and a hardened steel grille, the Beta 52A delivers powerful, studio-quality sound while handling extremely high sound pressure levels. Its rugged construction and exceptional feedback rejection have made it a standard choice for both live sound and studio recording. Key features Professional dynamic kick drum microphone Supercardioid polar pattern Tailored frequency response for low-frequency instruments High SPL handling up to 174 dB Integrated locking swivel stand adapter Built-in pneumatic shock mount Neodymium magnet for high output Hardened steel mesh grille Professional XLR output No phantom power required Overview Type Dynamic Instrument Microphone Polar Pattern Supercardioid Frequency Response 20 Hz – 10 kHz Sensitivity -64 dBV/Pa (0.6 mV) Maximum SPL 174 dB SPL Output Impedance 150 Ω Connector 3-Pin XLR Male Mount Integrated Locking Swivel Stand Adapter Shock Isolation Advanced Pneumatic Shock Mount Construction Die-Cast Metal Body with Hardened Steel Mesh Grille Power Requirement None (Dynamic Microphone) Dimensions 163 × 95 mm Weight 605 g Included Content Shure Beta 52A microphone Integrated locking stand adapter 5/8" to 3/8" thread adapter Storage pouch User documentation Creative Tools Optimised for kick drums with powerful low-frequency response Captures bass guitar cabinets with clarity and punch Handles extremely high sound pressure levels without distortion Supercardioid pattern provides excellent isolation and feedback rejection Integrated swivel mount simplifies positioning inside kick drums Pneumatic shock mount reduces mechanical vibration and stand noise Suitable for both live performance and studio recording Ideal For Kick drums Bass guitar amplifiers Acoustic bass Floor toms Low-frequency percussion Recording studios Live sound engineers Touring productions
