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Beta 54 Headworn Microphone Performance Microphones

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Beta 54 Headworn Microphone


Product Code:
Beta 54
Headworn Microphone

The Shure Beta 54 is a subminiature, electret condenser headworn microphone. It provides uncompromised sound quality and reliability with minimal visibility in applications such as broadcast, theater, and touring. Despite the small size, the condenser element delivers full, clear, and natural reproduction of speech and vocals.

The microphone features a durable, low-profile wire frame headband which is fully adjustable for stability and comfort. A plastic carrying case protects the microphone and its accessories.

A wireless version is available as the WBH54.


Features
  • Supercardioid polar pattern provides maximum gain-before-feedback and ambient rejection
  • Extended frequency response tailored for vocal performances
  • Able to handle extremely high sound pressure levels (SPL)
  • Snap-fit foam windscreens stay in place during intensive movement
  • Available with an in-line preamp or with a TA4F connector for wireless applications
  • WBH54: Choice of black or tan finish to suit your performance environment

Specifications
  BETA 53/WBH53 BETA 54/WBH54
Specification Wired Wireless Wired Wireless
Type Condenser (electret bias) Condenser (electret bias)
Frequency Response 20Hz to 20KHz 50Hz to 20KHz
Polar Pattern Omnidirectional Supercardioid
Output Noise (equivalent
dBSPL, A-weighted)
39.0 dB typical; 42.0 dB maximum 39.0 dB typical; 42.0 dB maximum
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 55 dB at 94 dB SPL 55.0 dB at 94 dBSPL
Recommended Minimum Input
Impedance
>1 kilohm 20 kilohms >1 kilohm 20 kilohms
Preamp Output Impedance 136 ohms   136 ohms  
Output Level, open circuit, ref.
1v/Pa at 1 kHz
-50.0 +/- 3.0dB
3.16mV
-54.0 +/- 3.0dB
2.0mV
-52.0 +/- 3.0dB
2.51mV
-56.0 +/- 3.0dB
1.58mV
Maximum Sound Pressure Level 147 dBSPL at 1% THD/1 kilohm load 142 dBSPL at 1% THD/20 kilohm load 149 dBSPL at 1% THD/1 kilohm load 144 dBSPL at 1% THD/20 kilohm load
Dynamic Range 108 dB (max. SPL with 1k load, minus
typical A-wt. noise)
103 dB (max. SPL with 20k load,
minus typical A-wt. noise)
110 dB (max. SPL with 1k load, minus
typical A-wt. noise)
105 dB (max. SPL with 20k load,
minus typical A-wt. noise)
Current Drain 4.6 mA (preamp and microphone) 60-130 microA (microphone only) 4.6 mA (preamp and microphone) 60-130 microA (microphone only)
Output Polarity
Positive pressure on the
diaphragm produces a positive
voltage at:
Pin 2 relative to pin 3 at the output
connector of the preamp
Pin 3 (black lead) relative to pin 1
(shield lead) at the output connector
of the microphone
Pin 2 relative to pin 3 at the output
connector of the preamp
Pin 3 (black lead) relative to pin 1
(shield lead) at the output connector
of the microphone
Power Requirements Phantom power; 11 to 52 Vdc positive
on pins 2 and 3, return on pin 1 (ground)
+5 Vdc on pin 2, return on pin 1 (ground) Phantom power; 11 to 52 Vdc positive
on pins 2 and 3, return on pin 1 (ground)
+5 Vdc on pin 2, return on pin 1 (ground)
Net Weight 135.35 g (4.75 oz.)
microphone and in-line preamp
35.35 g (1.25 oz.)
microphone only
135.35 g (4.75 oz.)
microphone and in-line preamp
35.35 g (1.25 oz.)
microphone only
Cable 1.5 m (5 ft.), small-diameter, shielded, with mini 4-pin connector (TA4F)

 

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