Product Comparison: AKG C7 vs Shure BETA 87A


AKG C7 Condenser Microphone
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Shure BETA 87A Supercardioid Condenser Vocal Microphone
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General Specifications
Brand
AKG
Shure
Model
C7
BETA 87A
Origin
Austria
Mexico
About the Product
The C7 microphone features a custom-tuned super Cardioid condenser capsule with hand-selected components, so your voice is reproduced with pristine clarity and sparkling highs. And the C7 handles incredibly high sound pressure levels, for maximum fidelity during your loudest performances.
The Shure BETA 87A is a premium quality supercardioid hand-held electret condenser vocal microphone with exceptionally smooth frequency response and high sound pressure level capability.
Key Specs
Microphone Type
Condenser
Condenser
Polar Pattern
Supercardioid
Supercardioid
Minimum Frequency Response
20 Hz
50 Hz
Maximum Frequency Response
20 kHz
20 kHz
What customers say about "Key Specs"
AKG C7 Condenser Microphone
  • Great microphone. Solid build.
  • High end product - great sound.
  • This microphone is excellent, it has crystal clear sound quality.
  • Amazing microphone, really good quality.
  • Sound is very natural and clarity is superb.
Shure BETA 87A Supercardioid Condenser Vocal Microphone
  • This microphone is working fine and no issue.
  • Great product, works as expected.
  • Love this microphone! The sound quality is amazing.
  • This is a very good microphone for the price. I am very happy with it.
  • Beautiful clear sound, comfortable to hold, no feedback problem.
Size & Weight
Height
7.28 in.
7.56 in.
Width
2 in.
2 in.
Depth
2 in.
2 in.
Weight
0.7 lbs.
0.46 lbs.
Features
Equivalent Noise Level
21 dBA
23 dBA
Maximum SPL
150 dB SPL
140 dB SPL
Output Impedance
600 Ω
150 Ω
Microphone Sensitivity
-48.0dB
-52.0dB
Interface
XLR
XLR
Power Options
+48V Phantom power required from mixer or inteface
+48V Phantom power required from mixer or inteface
Extras
Open-Space Capsule Design, Mechano-Pneumatic Shock Absorber Suspension, Multi-Layer Pop Noise Protection, 24-carat gold-plated diaphragm, 24-Karat Gold AKG Capsule Technology
Advanced cartridge shock mount system, Dent-resistant steel mesh grille, Built In Pop Filter, Rugged metal construction
What customers say about "Features"
AKG C7 Condenser Microphone
  • I like this microphone for clear sound and well-balanced colorations.
  • The mic is very clear without being cold or harsh.
  • This is a very well constructed mic.
  • Sound quality and handling noise suppression are surprisingly good.
  • The quality of the sound is superb.
Shure BETA 87A Supercardioid Condenser Vocal Microphone
  • This mic picks up vocals very well and gives a clear sound.
  • It works wonderfully. The sound is very clear.
  • It sounded absolutely amazing!
  • This microphone is very responsive and smooth.
  • Very crisp good overall sound, nice EQ balance.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
EEC, CE
EEC, CE
Other Information
Manufacturer
Link
Link
Manual
Download
Download
MSRP
259.00 $

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