Shure BETA 52A Kick Drum Microphone

Shure BETA 52A Kick Drum Microphone

Powerful Low-End Impact for Kick Drums and Bass Instruments

The Shure BETA 52A is a premium dynamic microphone tailored for kick drums and low-frequency instruments.
It delivers studio-quality punch, clarity, and deep low-end response, making it a favourite for stage, studio, and broadcast applications.
Its rugged build, precision-engineered capsule, and integrated swivel mount make it easy to position inside or outside a kick drum or bass cabinet.

Key Features

• Tailored frequency response (20 Hz – 10 kHz) optimized for kick drums and bass instruments.

• Supercardioid pickup pattern isolates the sound source and minimizes bleed.

• High SPL handling (>174 dB) ensures distortion-free performance at extreme volumes.

• Built-in dynamic locking stand adapter with XLR connector for fast setup and secure placement.

• Hardened steel mesh grille withstands daily touring and heavy use.

• Low sensitivity to varying loads — consistent tone across different systems.

Specifications

• Transducer Type: Dynamic

• Polar Pattern: Supercardioid

• Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 10 kHz

• Output Impedance: 150 Ω

• Connector: 3-pin XLR (integrated swivel mount)

• Weight: 605 g

In the Box

• BETA 52A Microphone

• Storage Pouch

• Thread Adapter

• User Guide

Perfect For

✅ Kick drums and floor toms
✅ Bass guitar cabinets
✅ Brass instruments with powerful low-end
✅ Studio or live sound engineers needing precise low-frequency capture