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

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