Shure Beta 58A vs Shure SM58

The Beta 58A is the evolution of the SM58: still a handheld dynamic vocal mic, but with a different polar pattern and magnet.

Which one to choose

The Beta 58A is supercardioid with a neodymium magnet: more output, more high-end presence and better side rejection on loud stages. In return it picks up a little from behind, so wedges go at an angle rather than directly behind the mic as with the SM58. The cardioid SM58 is more forgiving when the singer moves around. For loud stages and voices that need to cut through, the Beta 58A; as an all-rounder, the SM58.

Prices by store
Amazon 170.00€
Profesional DJ 170.00€ 115.00€
Thomann 185.00€ 115.00€
Bax shop 185.00€ 115.00€
Tipo
Transducer Dinámico Dinámico
Diaphragm size Diafragma pequeño Diafragma pequeño
Tubes No No
USB No No
Patrón polar
Cardioid No Yes
Omnidirectional No No
Figure-8 No No
Switchable pattern No No
Especificaciones eléctricas
Min frequency 50 Hz 50 Hz
Max frequency 16000 Hz 15000 Hz
Sensitivity 2.66 mV/Pa 1.85 mV/Pa
Max SPL 141 dB
Funciones
Low cut No No
Físico e incluidos
Connector XLR 3 pines XLR 3 pines
Dimensions 160 x Ø50 162 x Ø51
Weight 278 g 298 g
Includes shock mount No No
Includes case Yes Yes
Includes pop filter No No