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.
Today the Shure SM58 costs 55€ less than the Shure Beta 58A (32%).
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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€
115.00€
Profesional DJ
175.00€
115.00€
Thomann
185.00€
115.00€
Bax shop
185.00€
115.00€
Type
Transducer
Dinámico
Dinámico
Diaphragm size
Diafragma pequeño
Diafragma pequeño
Tubes
No
No
USB
No
No
Polar pattern
Cardioid
No
Yes
Omnidirectional
No
No
Figure-8
No
No
Switchable pattern
No
No
Electrical specifications
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
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Features
Low cut
No
No
Physical and included
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