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Shure - BETA181/BI

Description

The BETA181/BI features a Bi-directional('Figure 8') polar pattern.

The Shure BETA®181 is an ultra-compact, small-diaphragm side-address condenser microphone, designed for discreet placement and control in live and studio environments. Featuring interchangeable cardioid, supercardioid, omnidirectional and bidirectional capsule options for superior versatility, the small diaphragm design provides superior audio with consistent, "textbook" polar responses in a form factor small enough to get close to the source in the tightest conditions.

Features
* Precision-engineered, compact side-address design features innovative locking ring to provide secure connection between capsule and preamplifier
* Frequency response tailored for wide dynamic range applications for use in high SPL environments
* Furnished with stand adapter, windscreen and carrying case (carrying case will securely protect up to four polar pattern capsules)

Performance Characteristics
* Exceptional low-frequency reproduction
* Extremely high SPL handling
* High output level
* No crossover distortion
* Transformer output

Application Examples
* Mono drum overhead
* Dual sound sources, such as between tom-toms or acoustic instruments
* Use a pair of Beta 181/BI for Blumlein stereo technique

Specifications
Type: Condenser (Electret)
Polar Pattern: Bidirectional
Frequency Response: 20 to 20,000 Hz
Output Impedance: 110
Sensitivity: 51.0 dBV/Pa (2.8 mV)
Self Noise: 23.0 dB SPL-A

Variations
* Beta 181/C Cardioid Microphone
* Beta 181/S Supercardioid Microphone
* Beta 181/O Omnidirectional Microphone
* Beta 181/BI Bidirectional Microphone
* Beta 181/KIT All 4 Interchangeable Capsules