Shure BETA 98AMP Miniature Cardioid Drum Microphone

The Shure BETA 98AMP/C is a microphone with a miniature size and a cardioid condenser capsule designed for close miking drums and percussion. It delivers detailed sound while staying out of the player’s way, an advantage that is especially useful on crowded kits or percussion rigs.

An integrated preamplifier offers generous headroom and a low-noise floor, so even the most aggressive playing remains clean. The slender gooseneck lets you aim the capsule precisely, and the included A75M universal mount grips rims, stands, or frames securely. This combination keeps the microphone stable and positions it right in the instrument’s sweet spot without blocking sticks or mallets.

The capsule handles sound pressure levels up to 157.5 dB, making it a dependable choice for loud snare hits, floor tom thunder, or energetic Latin percussion. Its cardioid pickup focuses on the source and rejects stage bleed, which helps monitor mixes stay clear and minimizes feedback. A tailored frequency response from 20 Hz to 20 kHz captures the full body, attack, and shimmer of every strike.

Whether you are a touring drummer who needs gear that sets up quickly or a studio engineer looking for an unobtrusive mic that preserves nuance, the BETA 98AMP/C fits naturally into either workflow. Connect its balanced 3-pin XLR output to any console or interface that provides phantom power, clip it in place, and you are ready to record or perform with confidence.

Highlights:

• Cardioid condenser microphone in a miniature format
• Integrated preamplifier that delivers clear sound
• Withstands sound pressure levels up to 157.5 dB
• Gooseneck that bends easily for precise placement
• A75M clamp that keeps the mic steady on drums and percussion instruments
• Tailored frequency range from 20 Hz to 20 kHz
• Balanced XLR 3-pin output
• Operates on standard phantom power