Shure Beta 27 Supercardioid Condenser Microphone

The Shure BETA 27 is a side-address condenser microphone built for engineers and performers who need focused pickup and transparent sound in the studio or on stage. Its supercardioid pattern concentrates on the source directly in front of the capsule, so lead vocals cut through a dense mix and acoustic instruments stay isolated even in loud rooms.

Inside the capsule, a large diaphragm that is ultra-thin and coated with 24 karat gold reacts quickly to transients. The result is a natural tone that preserves the subtle attack of a finger-picked guitar or the detail in a vocal performance without adding harshness. When extra control is required, a three-position low-frequency filter lets you tame floor rumble on stage, compensate for proximity effect when close-miking, or leave the signal unaltered for full low-end depth.

For sessions that involve high-output sources such as snare drums, brass sections, or guitar amps, a switchable -15 dB pad keeps the mic from overloading and maintains a clean signal up to 140 dB SPL. An internal three-layer pop filter reduces plosives at the capsule, so spoken word and sung vocals stay smooth without needing an external screen.

Reliability is a key part of the design. A rugged housing protects the electronics, and gold-plated XLR pins maintain a solid connection through countless setups and teardowns. Whether you are recording detailed acoustic tracks in a project studio, capturing overhead cymbals at a live gig, or broadcasting spoken word in a podcast booth, the BETA 27 delivers consistent, professional-grade results.

• Supercardioid polar pattern focuses on the desired source and rejects off-axis noise
• Large, ultra-thin diaphragm layered with 24 karat gold for fast transient response
• Three-position low-frequency filter to manage rumble and proximity effect
• Switchable -15 dB pad for high-SPL sources up to 140 dB
• Internal three-layer pop filter for plosive control
• Robust construction with gold-plated XLR connectors for long-term reliability