All Shure Drum Microphones

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What's the difference between dynamicDynamic mics have a simple, rugged construction and can handle very high sound pressure levels.Read more Go to the glossary and condenserCondenser microphones are more sensitive, give a smooth, natural sound and need to be powered.Read more Go to the glossary microphones?
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Dynamic Drum Microphones

PG52

Cardioid dynamic kick drum microphone, designed with rugged durability and excellent sound for use in low frequency applications.

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Best suited to:
Bass Drum

Also great for:
Bass

PG56

Cardioid dynamic snare/tom microphone is a professional quality microphone, with excellent sound for close-mic drum and percussion applications.

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Best suited to:
Snare, Toms, Percussion

Also great for:
Electric Guitar

SM57

Highly versatile cardioid dynamic mic for clean reproduction of amplified and acoustic instruments, ideal for sound reinforcement and recording.

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Best suited to:
Snare, Toms, Electric Guitar, Percussion

Also great for:
Brass

SM57+X2u

Industry-standard cardioid dynamic instrument microphone with a USB Signal Adapter

Best suited to:
Snare, Toms, Electric Guitar, Percussion

Also great for:
Brass

Beta 52A

Drum mic optimized for low-frequency bass punch and high-power SPL handling

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Best suited to:
Bass Drum

Also great for:
Bass

Beta 56A

A compact drum mic engineered for close miking of snare and toms. The supercardioid design provides maximum isolation from other onstage sounds.

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Best suited to:
Snare, Toms, Percussion

Also great for:
Electric Guitar

Beta 57A

Precision-engineered dynamic microphone designed for detailed reproduction of amplified or acoustic instruments.

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Best suited to:
Snare, Toms, Electric Guitar, Percussion

Also great for:
Strings, Brass

PGDMK4

Entry 4-piece drum kit. Contains specialised drum mics for Bass Drum, Snare, Toms and Percussion

PGDMK6

Entry 6-piece drum kit. Contains specialised drum mics for Bass Drum, Snare, Overhead, Toms and Percussion

DMK57-52

Premium 4-piece drum kit. contains professional quality mics for Kick Drum, Snare and Toms

Condenser Drum Microphones

Beta 91A

Half-cardioid condenser boundary microphone, optimised for kick drums and other low frequency applications

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Best suited to:
Bass Drum

Also great for:
Piano, Choir

Beta 98AD/C

Built for toms, snares and percussion with a cardioid condenser microphone for a smooth, natural response.

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Best suited to:
Snare, Toms, Percussion

Beta 98A/C

High output miniature cardioid condenser microphone, compact design allows for discreet placement on a variety of acoustic or amplified instruments.

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Best suited to:
Snare, Toms, Percussion, Brass

Also great for:
Further acoust. instr.

Beta 181

Ultra compact, small diaphragm side-address condenser microphone with interchangeable capsules for different polar patterns.

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Best suited to:
Hihat, Overhead, Acoustic Guitar, Choir

Also great for:
Further acoust. instr., Electric Guitar

PG81

Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone with flat-response, designed to be used for sensitive acoustic instrument applications.

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Best suited to:
Hihat, Overhead, Acoustic Guitar, Strings, Brass

Also great for:
Choir, Further acoust. instr., Percussion

SM137

Versatile, flat-response cardioid probe mic with an ultra-thin diaphragm for natural sound reproduction in acoustic and high volume applications.

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Best suited to:
Hihat, Overhead, Strings, Choir, Piano, Brass

Also great for:
Electric Guitar, Further acoust. instr., Percussion

SM81

Legendary industry-standard, flat-response cardioid condenser microphone, featuring a wide frequency response and low self-noise.

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Best suited to:
Hihat, Overhead, Acoustic Guitar, Strings, Brass

Also great for:
Electric Guitar, Further acoust. instr., Percussion

SM94

Rugged, battery-powered, flat-response microphone for live performance and remote recording applications.

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Best suited to:
Hihat, Overhead, Acoustic Guitar, Strings, Piano

Also great for:
Choir, Brass, Further acoust. instr.

Beta 98D/S

Miniature supercardioid condenser microphone, designed for toms, snares and percussion instruments

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Best suited to:
Snare, Toms, Percussion