Shure Beta 52A Kick Drum Microphone with Storage Bag - Used

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This used Shure will ship insured and inspected from Rapid City, SD. This microphone is in excellent condition with few light surface nicks on the outer casing.

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For engineers and performers who demand powerful low-end capture with precision and reliability, the Shure Beta 52A is a trusted industry standard — available now at Haggerty’s Music. Designed specifically for kick drums and bass instruments, this microphone delivers the deep punch and focused attack needed to anchor any mix, whether you're on stage or in the studio.

At the core of the Beta 52A is a tailored frequency response that emphasizes low-end thump while maintaining clarity and definition. Its supercardioid pickup pattern provides excellent isolation, allowing you to capture your source cleanly while rejecting unwanted bleed from surrounding instruments. With the ability to handle extremely high sound pressure levels, this mic excels in demanding environments where power and accuracy are essential.

Built for durability and ease of use, the Beta 52A features a hardened steel mesh grille and an integrated locking stand adapter with an XLR connection, making placement quick and secure — even inside a kick drum. Combined with an advanced pneumatic shock mount system and a high-output neodymium magnet, this microphone offers consistent, professional results session after session.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Model: Beta 52A
• Type: Dynamic Microphone
• Condition: Used - Excellent

Performance

• Cartridge Type: Dynamic (Moving Coil)
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 10,000 Hz
• Polar Pattern: Supercardioid
• Maximum SPL: 174 dB
• Sensitivity: -64 dBV/Pa (0.6 mV)
• Output Impedance: 150 Ohms

Design & Construction

• Magnet Type: Neodymium
• Grille: Hardened Steel Mesh
• Shock Mount: Advanced Pneumatic Internal System
• Mounting: Built-In Dynamic Locking Stand Adapter
• Connector: 3-Pin XLR (Male)
• Polarity: Positive pressure produces positive voltage on pin 2 relative to pin 3

Applications

• Primary Use: Kick Drum, Bass Cabinets
• Additional Use: Low-Frequency Instruments, Live Sound, Studio Recording

Miscellaneous

• Accessories: Storage Bag