Shure Beta 58A

The Shure Beta 58A is a professional supercardioid dynamic vocal microphone trusted on concert stages, in houses of worship, and in live venues worldwide. Its uniform supercardioid pattern delivers high gain before feedback, a neodymium magnet provides high output, and an advanced pneumatic shock mount minimizes handling noise. The tailored 50 Hz-16 kHz response with a gentle presence boost helps vocals cut through a dense mix.

Highlights

• Uniform supercardioid pattern for high gain before feedback
• Neodymium magnet for high signal-to-noise output
• Advanced pneumatic shock mount reduces handling noise
• 50 Hz-16 kHz response with presence boost above 3 kHz
• Controlled proximity effect for consistent low end
• Hardened steel mesh grille; clip, adapter, and bag included

Shure Beta 58A: The Professional’s Vocal Mic

The Beta 58A builds on the legacy of the SM58 with features designed for loud, demanding stages. Its supercardioid pattern is tighter than a standard cardioid, rejecting more sound from the sides, and it holds that pattern consistently across its frequency range. That consistency means more volume before feedback and cleaner vocals in a busy mix.

Sound and Durability

A gentle boost above 3 kHz adds presence and clarity to vocals, while controlled proximity effect keeps the bass from becoming boomy when singers work the mic closely. The hardened steel mesh grille resists dents and wear, and the pneumatic shock mount isolates the capsule from handling noise and stand vibration.

Setting Up the Beta 58A

Mount the Beta 58A on a stand using the included clip and connect it to your mixer with an XLR cable; no phantom power is needed. Because the supercardioid pattern has its null points about 120 degrees off axis, position stage wedges slightly to either side of the mic’s rear, rather than directly behind it, for the most gain before feedback.

What to Pair With the Beta 58A

Pair the Beta 58A with a sturdy boom stand, a quality XLR cable, and stage monitors or in-ear monitors. For wireless use, the Beta 58A capsule is available on Shure wireless handheld transmitters.

Supercardioid vs. Cardioid

A cardioid mic like the SM58 rejects sound most strongly directly behind it. A supercardioid mic like the Beta 58A has a narrower front pickup and rejects more sound from the sides, with its strongest rejection at about 120 degrees off axis. On loud stages with many sources, that tighter pattern helps isolate the vocal and fight feedback.

A Touring Standard

The Beta 58A has been a staple of professional touring and installed sound for decades. Its consistent sound from mic to mic makes it easy to build matched vocal setups, and its rugged construction stands up to years of use.

Shure Beta 58A FAQ

Does it need phantom power? No. The Beta 58A is a dynamic microphone.

How is it different from the SM58? It uses a supercardioid pattern for more feedback rejection, a neodymium magnet for higher output, and a brighter presence boost.

Shure Beta 58A Specifications at a Glance

• Type: dynamic, neodymium magnet
• Pickup pattern: supercardioid
• Frequency response: 50 Hz-16 kHz
• Connector: XLR-3
• Grille: hardened steel mesh
• Included: mic clip, threaded adapter, storage bag

Who Buys the Shure Beta 58A

• Touring and gigging vocalists
• Churches and worship teams
• Live venues and rental companies
• Theaters and schools

Why Buy the Shure Beta 58A From Metro Sound & Lighting

Metro Sound & Lighting isn’t a catalog-only retailer. We design, install, and service sound systems in-house, so our team can help you choose the right microphones and support your system after the sale. We offer B2B and integrator pricing for churches, schools, and venues.

Browse more options in our Vocal Microphones category, or see the full specifications on the official Shure Beta 58A product page.