Shure BETA54 User manual

Subminiature Condenser Headworn Microphones

Models BETA 53™, BETA 54™User Guide

BETA 54BETA 53

English: page 1

Français: page 11

Deutsch: Seite 21

Español: Página 31

Italiano: Pagina 41

English

Introduction

Shure models BETA 53™and BETA 54™are subminiature, electret condenser head worn microphones. They provide

uncompromised sound quality and reliability with minimal visibility in applications such as broadcast, theater, and

touring. Despite their small size, each microphone’s condenser element delivers full, clear, and natural reproduction of

speech and vocals. The microphone features a durable, low-proﬁle wire frame headband which is fully adjustable for

stability and comfort. A plastic carrying case protects the microphone and its accessories.

BETA 53 Features

• Omnidirectional polar pattern for minimal handling noise and ﬂexible microphone placement

• Extended, ﬂat frequency response provides accurate speech and vocal reproduction

• Two interchangeable protective caps for response shaping

• Foam windscreens minimize breath noise and“popping”

• Available with an in-line preamp or with a TA4F connector for wireless applications

• Choice of black or tan ﬁnish to suit your performance environment

BETA 54 Features

• Supercardioid polar pattern provides maximum gain-before-feedback and ambient rejection

• Extended frequency response tailored for vocal performances

• Able to handle extremely high sound pressure levels (SPL)

• Snap-ﬁt foam windscreens stay in place during intensive movement

• Available with an in-line preamp or with a TA4F connector for wireless applications

• Choice of black or tan ﬁnish to suit your performance environment

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Available Models

BETA 53 MODELS

• Omnidirectional

• For broadcast and stage

BETA 54 MODELS

• Supercardioid

• For stage and vocal performance

BETA 53 • Black ﬁnish

• Detachable in-line preamp for wired applications

• Requires phantom power

WBH53B • Black ﬁnish

• TA4F connector for wireless applications

WBH53T • Tan ﬁnish

• TA4F connector for wireless applications

All models include: microphone and headband (1 each), foam windscreens (2), standard

protective cap (2), ﬁltered protective cap (2), swiveling lapel clip (1), boom holder (2),

logo pad (1) and plastic carrying case (1).

BETA 54 • Black ﬁnish

• Detachable in-line preamp for wired applications

• Requires phantom power

WBH54B • Black ﬁnish

• TA4F connector for wireless applications

WBH54T • Tan ﬁnish

• TA4F connector for wireless applications

All models include: microphone and headband (1 each), snap-ﬁt foam windscreens (2),

standard protective cap (2), swiveling lapel clip (1), boom holder (2), logo pad (1) and

plastic carrying case (1).

BETA 53

WBH53B

WBH53T

BETA 54

WBH54B

WBH54T

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Adjusting the Headband and Microphone

Adjust headband width

Adjust boom height

Adjust boom length

Do not attempt to bend the microphone boom!

“Roll” the boom for subtle adjustments of microphone position

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Using the Windscreens and Protective Caps

Grip the internal frame of the windscreen ﬁrmly when connecting or

removing. Do not pull on the foam itself.

• To connect, push the windscreen until it snaps into place over the

cartridge.

• To remove, pull the windscreen directly oﬀ of the cartridge.

Always use the BETA 54 with the

standard protective cap only.

Using the microphone with no

cap, or with the ﬁltered cap, will

degrade sound quality and alter

the microphone’s polar pattern.

BETA 53

BETA 54

Standard protective cap

• Gold mesh

• No attenuation

Filtered protective cap

• Silver mesh

• Attenuates high frequencies

(see page 52)

• Foam windscreens may be cleaned with soap and water.

• For the best sound quality, replace damaged or clogged

protective caps and windscreens.

English

Wearing the BETA 53 and BETA 54

English

13 mm

(.5 in.)

13 mm

(.5 in.)

Positioning the Microphone

BETA 53 BETA 54

• Position the omnidirectional BETA 53 microphone

near the corner of the mouth

• If necessary, roll the boom to avoid contact with

skin and facial hair

• Point the unidirectional BETA 54 microphone at

the corner of the mouth

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Wearing the Microphone on Either Side

All models may be worn with the microphone on the left or the right.

• Carefully detach the boom holder (1), logo pad (2), and

microphone cable (3) from the headband.

• Reattach the boom holder to the opposite side of the wire frame (4).

• Reattach the logo pad (5) and microphone cable (6).

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Component Black Tan

Foam Windscreen (5 pieces) RPM304 RPM306

Standard Protective Cap (gold mesh) (5 pieces)

RPM208 RPM212

Filtered Protective Cap* (silver mesh) (5 pieces)

RPM220 RPM214

Microphone/Boom Assembly with TA4F Con-

nector (1 piece)

RPM132 RPM134

Swiveling Lapel Clip (5 pieces) RPM510 RPM512

Boom Holder and Logo Pad (2 each) RPM570 RPM580

Headband (1 piece, with boom holder and

logo pad)

RPM550 RPM560

4-Pin Mini Connector (TA4F) (1 piece) WA331**

In-Line Preamp (1 piece) RPM626**

Not

Pictured Battery Powered Preamp (1 piece) MX1BP**

Not

Pictured Phantom Power Supply (1 piece) PS1A**

*See the frequency response curve on page 52

**Available in black only

BETA 53 Replacement Parts and Accessories

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