Shure Professional High Quality Condenser Vocal Microphone The precision-engineered Beta 87A condenser vocal microphone has a smooth, tailored response for warm, accurate sound. Its supercardioid polar pattern provides maximum isolation from nearby vocalists or instrumentsConsistently excellent performance has made Beta Microphones the choice of top performers worldwide. Renowned for their warmth, presence and sensitivity to fine detail, Beta cartridge configurations and carefully tailored response curves are as distinctive as the artists who prefer them. The Shure Beta 87A is a premium quality supercardioid hand-held condenser vocal microphone with exceptionally smooth frequency response and high sound pressure level capability. It is ideal for a professional lead or backing vocalist either on stage, for live recording or in the studio.