Product Comparison: Audix VX5 vs Shure BETA 87A

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Audix VX5 Condenser Microphone

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Shure BETA 87A Supercardioid Condenser Vocal Microphone

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General Specifications

Brand

Audix

Shure

Model

VX5

BETA 87A

Origin

USA

Mexico

About the Product

The VX5 is a multi-purpose, professional vocal condenser microphone designed for stage, studio, and broadcast applications. With an ability to duplicate studio-quality sound on stage, the VX5 has a smooth and accurate frequency response, resistance to feedback, and handles very high SPLs without distortion.

The Shure BETA 87A is a premium quality supercardioid hand-held electret condenser vocal microphone with exceptionally smooth frequency response and high sound pressure level capability.

Key Specs

Microphone Type

Condenser

Polar Pattern

Supercardioid

Minimum Frequency Response

40 Hz

50 Hz

Maximum Frequency Response

16.5 kHz

20 kHz

What customers say about "Key Specs"

Audix VX5 Condenser Microphone

Amazing mic. Very warm and super clear.
Great quality microphone with really clear sound.
This is a sturdy, well built and good looking microphone.
Fantastic sound quality for voice over.
Stunning results and great sound quality.

Shure BETA 87A Supercardioid Condenser Vocal Microphone

This microphone is working fine and no issue.
Great product, works as expected.
Love this microphone! The sound quality is amazing.
This is a very good microphone for the price. I am very happy with it.
Beautiful clear sound, comfortable to hold, no feedback problem.

Size & Weight

Height

7.1 in.

7.56 in.

Width

1.8 in.

2 in.

Depth

1.8 in.

2 in.

Weight

0.61 lbs.

0.46 lbs.

Features

Equivalent Noise Level

26 dBA

23 dBA

Maximum SPL

140 dB SPL

Output Impedance

150 Ω

Microphone Sensitivity

-46.0dB

-52.0dB

Interface

XLR

Power Options

+48V Phantom power required from mixer or inteface

Extras

Smooth accurate frequency response, Pad and Roll-off Switches, All Metal Construction

Advanced cartridge shock mount system, Dent-resistant steel mesh grille, Built In Pop Filter, Rugged metal construction

What customers say about "Features"

Audix VX5 Condenser Microphone

It has a -10db cut and a low cut.
Clear sound, no technical issues, and doesn't pick up much of the noises around me.
Sounds very nice. Works great in a modestly noisy environment.
This is good quality construction and great sound.
Sound quality is superb, as expected.

Shure BETA 87A Supercardioid Condenser Vocal Microphone