Shure BETA-181/KIT: Side-Address Instrument Microphone with 4 Interchangeable Capsules
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Shure BETA-181/KIT Side-Address Instrument Microphone
The Shure BETA-181/KIT is a compact side-address instrument microphone with 4 interchangeable capsules, built for guitar cabinets, bass amps and drum overheads across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and the UAE and GCC where high SPL handling and pattern flexibility matter.
Key Features:
- 4 interchangeable capsules: cardioid, supercardioid, omnidirectional, bidirectional
- Locking ring provides a secure, tool-free connection between capsule and preamplifier
- Compact side-address design for tight placement on drum kits and cabinets
- Very high SPL handling across all four capsules
- Includes microphone clip, windscreen and zippered case
Technical Specifications:
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Cartridge Type | Electret Condenser |
| Frequency Response | 20 to 20,000 Hz |
| Maximum SPL (Cardioid) | 149.0 dB SPL |
| Maximum SPL (Supercardioid) | 152.0 dB SPL |
| Maximum SPL (Omnidirectional) | 154.0 dB SPL |
| Maximum SPL (Bidirectional) | 153.5 dB SPL |
| Output Impedance | 110 Ω |
| Connector | 3-pin XLR male |
| Power Requirements | 11 to 52 Vdc phantom (IEC-61938), 1.2 mA |
| Net Weight | 145 g (5.1 oz) |
Why Buy the Shure BETA-181/KIT from Trianze Tech?
- Genuine Shure instrument microphones backed by manufacturer warranty support
- Fast delivery across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and the UAE and GCC
- Expert guidance on capsule selection for your instrument or drum position
- Competitive pricing with dedicated AV support
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The BETA-181/KIT includes 4 interchangeable capsules covering cardioid, supercardioid, omnidirectional, and bidirectional polar patterns, each attaching to the same compact preamplifier body via a locking ring for a secure, tool-free swap between patterns.
The BETA-181/KIT is a multipurpose side-address instrument microphone used on guitar cabinets, bass amps, and drums including overheads and snares, with the ability to swap capsules to match each application's ideal polar pattern.
Maximum SPL varies slightly by capsule: 149.0 dB SPL with the cardioid capsule, 152.0 dB with supercardioid, 154.0 dB with omnidirectional, and 153.5 dB with bidirectional (all measured at 1 kHz, 1% THD, 1 kilohm load), making it suitable for very loud sources like drum overheads and guitar cabinets.
The BETA-181/KIT includes the XLR preamplifier body, a microphone clip, a windscreen, a zippered carrying case, and all 4 interchangeable capsules (cardioid, supercardioid, omnidirectional, bidirectional).
The Shure BETA-181/KIT requires 11 to 52 Vdc phantom power (IEC-61938 compliant) at 1.2 mA, supplied through its 3-pin XLR output, and has a frequency response of 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz across all four capsules.
Trianze Tech stocks the Shure BETA-181/KIT in Dubai with fast delivery across the UAE and GCC. Call +971 58 161 3661 or message us on WhatsApp for the best price and current stock availability.