Detail 01
Dynamic (not condenser)
No phantom power needed, handles high volume without distorting, and picks up less room noise.
Product detailSKU #1274034494461
ShureBETA 57A Microphone
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Handheld dynamic mic with a supercardioid pattern, built for loud stages. For vocalists and snare/guitar-cab duty where bleed control matters.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Live vocals on a loud stage with monitors in front
- Miking a snare top or a guitar cabinet
- Anyone needing tight off-axis rejection in a small room
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Quiet acoustic or studio detail work — a condenser hears more
- Anyone without a mic preamp or mixer channel
- Broad room or ensemble capture from a distance
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Supercardioid pattern
Narrowest pickup at the sides. Sing straight into it — turning off-axis drops the level fast.
Detail 03
Supercardioid rear lobe
It rejects the sides but hears a little behind. Place monitors off to the sides, not directly to the rear.
Detail 04
Handheld body
Meant to be gripped or clipped in a stand; sturdy enough for stage handling and cable pulls.
Detail 05
Black finish
Stays visually neutral on camera and under stage lighting.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Needs an XLR cable and a preamp or mixer — neither is included.
- 02No stand, clip, or windscreen assumed; confirm what ships before your first gig.
- 03Supercardioid needs closer, more consistent mic technique than a standard cardioid.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does the BETA 57A need phantom power?
No. It is a dynamic microphone, so it works from any standard XLR mic input without phantom power.
02Can I use it on snare and guitar amps, not just vocals?
Yes. It is a common choice for snare top and guitar cabinets, and the tight pattern helps keep nearby drums or amps out of the signal.
03What is the difference between this and a cardioid vocal mic?
Supercardioid is tighter at the sides than cardioid, so you get more gain before feedback, but you have to stay more directly on-axis.
04Does it plug into a computer over USB?
No. It is an XLR microphone and needs an audio interface or mixer with a mic preamp to reach a computer.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
