Product Comparison: Shure BETA56A vs Shure SM57


General Specifications
Brand
Shure
Shure
Model
BETA56A
SM57
Origin
Mexico
Mexico
About the Product
Snare and tom microphone for close miking. Equipped with shock mount for sound isolation, it features a dynamic locking stand adapter for simple set-up, a steel mesh grille for durability, and a neodymium magnet for high signal-to-noise ratio.
The legendary Shure SM57 is exceptional for musical instrument pickup and vocals. With its bright, clean sound and contoured frequency response, the SM57 is ideal for live sound reinforcement and recording.
Key Specs
Microphone Type
Dynamic
Dynamic
Polar Pattern
Supercardioid
Cardioid
Minimum Frequency Response
50 Hz
40 Hz
Maximum Frequency Response
16 kHz
15 kHz
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Shure BETA56A Dynamic Microphone
  • Compact and great sound quality!
  • Excellent performance, very clear sound.
  • Really an excellent microphone. Very sensitive, crystal clear.
  • This is a great supercard, dynamic mic.
  • Amazing microphone with a very crisp clear clarity, currently using it as a vocal mic, very versatile and rugged.
Size & Weight
Height
10.1 in.
6.2 in.
Width
3.4 in.
1.25 in.
Depth
5 in.
1.25 in.
Weight
1.03 lbs.
0.63 lbs.
Features
Maximum SPL
94 dB SPL
130 dB SPL
Output Impedance
150 Ω
150 Ω
Microphone Sensitivity
-51.0dB
-56.0dB
Interface
XLR
XLR
Extras
Built-in stand adapter, Compact design, Advanced pneumatic shock mount system
Extremely durable under the heaviest use, Pneumatic shock-mount system, Professional-quality reproduction
What customers say about "Features"
Shure BETA56A Dynamic Microphone
  • Love the look, the sound, and the heavy-duty construction.
  • Feels extremely well built. Great sound.
  • This mic produces a crisp clear voice at a comfortable distance.
  • The quality is very fine overall. Solid, thick-walled, metal construction.
  • It's a fantastic microphone. It records my voice amazingly.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
EEC, CE
CE, EEC
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