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Key Features
The Shure Beta 181 Cardioid Capsule is a replacement part for Shure Beta 181 microphones. You could use it to change the polar pattern of your Beta 181 microphone or replace a broken microphone capsule, simply screw it into the preamplifier stage and get going. The cardioid capsule is ideal for recording individual sources, or paired for recording snare drums or getting stereo recordings.
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This capsule uses the cardioid polar pattern, which points in one direction and is ideal for a number of specific applications when combined with the preamplifier stage.
If you use a pair, they can be used as drum overheads. Just place each Beta 182 complete mic equidistance from your snare on the left and right of your kit.
Acoustic instruments sound clear and natural using this pickup pattern. And use a pair to capture the sound of a piano in stereo, placing them close to its strings on either end.