Question What's the difference between a Beta 57A and a Beta 58A? Answer The form factor of the mics is different; basically, the grille and the label. The different grilles make the response of these two microphones slightly different in the higher frequencies. In a...

The primary difference is the pick-up pattern. The Shure BETA 87A is a supercardioid; the Shure BETA 87C is a cardioid. The 87C was introduced for performers using in-ear monitors. In brief, a cardioid mic is often preferred by in-ear monitor users as it sounds more "natural" with the ...

Both mics are characterised by sound quality and reliable performance; however, there are differences that suit specific applications. Our technical team here at Shure UK are regularly asked to describe the difference between our classic SM58 and its closely related cousin, the Bet...