{"id":7184,"date":"2022-04-08T13:34:06","date_gmt":"2022-04-08T12:34:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/gear4musicblog.kinsta.cloud\/?p=7184"},"modified":"2023-03-23T12:23:58","modified_gmt":"2023-03-23T12:23:58","slug":"shure-sm58-vs-shure-beta-58a-which-is-right-for-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/shure-sm58-vs-shure-beta-58a-which-is-right-for-you\/","title":{"rendered":"Shure SM58 vs Shure Beta 58A &#8211; Which is Right for You?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/shure-sm58-vs-shure-beta-58a-which-is-right-for-you\/#In_a_hurry\" >In a hurry?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/shure-sm58-vs-shure-beta-58a-which-is-right-for-you\/#Shure_Beta_58A_vs_SM58_%E2%80%93_what_are_the_differences\" >Shure Beta 58A vs SM58 \u2013 what are the differences?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/shure-sm58-vs-shure-beta-58a-which-is-right-for-you\/#Polar_patterns\" >Polar patterns<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/shure-sm58-vs-shure-beta-58a-which-is-right-for-you\/#BETA_58A_Polar_Pattern\" >BETA 58A Polar Pattern<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/shure-sm58-vs-shure-beta-58a-which-is-right-for-you\/#SM58_Polar_Pattern\" >SM58 Polar Pattern<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/shure-sm58-vs-shure-beta-58a-which-is-right-for-you\/#Why_is_this_important\" >Why is this important?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/shure-sm58-vs-shure-beta-58a-which-is-right-for-you\/#Frequency_range\" >Frequency range<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/shure-sm58-vs-shure-beta-58a-which-is-right-for-you\/#Why_is_this_important-2\" >Why is this important?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/shure-sm58-vs-shure-beta-58a-which-is-right-for-you\/#Volume\" >Volume<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/shure-sm58-vs-shure-beta-58a-which-is-right-for-you\/#Why_is_this_important-3\" >Why is this important?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/shure-sm58-vs-shure-beta-58a-which-is-right-for-you\/#Grille\" >Grille<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/shure-sm58-vs-shure-beta-58a-which-is-right-for-you\/#Why_is_this_important-4\" >Why is this important?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/shure-sm58-vs-shure-beta-58a-which-is-right-for-you\/#Shock_mount\" >Shock mount<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/shure-sm58-vs-shure-beta-58a-which-is-right-for-you\/#Why_is_this_important-5\" >Why is this important?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/shure-sm58-vs-shure-beta-58a-which-is-right-for-you\/#Price\" >Price<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/shure-sm58-vs-shure-beta-58a-which-is-right-for-you\/#Similarities_and_differences_between_the_Shure_SM58_and_Shure_Beta_58A\" >Similarities and differences between the Shure SM58 and Shure Beta 58A<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/shure-sm58-vs-shure-beta-58a-which-is-right-for-you\/#Who_are_the_SM58_and_Beta_58A_microphones_better_suited_to\" >Who are the SM58 and Beta 58A microphones better suited to?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/shure-sm58-vs-shure-beta-58a-which-is-right-for-you\/#Final_thoughts_on_the_Shure_SM58_vs_Beta_58A_debate\" >Final thoughts on the Shure SM58 vs Beta 58A debate<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Intro&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to live vocal microphones, the choice will almost always come down to the<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Shure-Beta-58A-Dynamic-Microphone\/1UW\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shure Beta 58A<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Shure-SM58-Dynamic-Cardioid-Vocal-Microphone\/4ZW\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SM58<\/a><\/strong>. But before you purchase one just because it\u2019s more expensive, you need to know the key benefits of each.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First off, your live vocal game will instantly benefit from investing in either of the two absolute industry-standard live vocal mics from Shure, so there\u2019s no right or wrong answer here. They\u2019re reliable, hardwearing, and widely regarded as two of the best live vocal mics ever made.<br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We&#8217;ve rounded up the key differences between these two microphones, highlighting the variations that make all the difference. If you want a quick answer, it\u2019s directly below, but if you want more detail \u2013 read on!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;72b2aac8-2a26-4106-af58-67527d130293&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;In a hurry?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_a_hurry\"><\/span>In a hurry?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Here are the key differences between the mics at a glance.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-3\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-3\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\"><strong>Mic<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-2\"><strong>Polar Pattern<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-3\"><strong>Frequency Response<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-4\"><strong>Grille Construction<\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-5\"><strong>Price<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-striping row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Shure SM58<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Cardioid<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">50Hz - 15kHz<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">Steel<\/td><td class=\"column-5\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Shure-SM58-Dynamic-Cardioid-Vocal-Microphone\/4ZW\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Check current price<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Shure Beta 58<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Supercardioid<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">50Hz - 16kHz<\/td><td class=\"column-4\">Hardened steel<\/td><td class=\"column-5\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Shure-Beta-58A-Dynamic-Microphone\/1UW\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Check current price<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<!-- #tablepress-3 from cache -->\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;72b2aac8-2a26-4106-af58-67527d130293&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Shure Beta 58A vs SM58 \u2013 what are the differences?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shure_Beta_58A_vs_SM58_%E2%80%93_what_are_the_differences\"><\/span>Shure Beta 58A vs SM58 \u2013 what are the differences?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-8342 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/04\/Beta58A_HR_Desat_Lines-355x300.jpg\" alt=\"7802 x 6602\" width=\"355\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/04\/Beta58A_HR_Desat_Lines-355x300.jpg 355w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/04\/Beta58A_HR_Desat_Lines-1024x867.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/04\/Beta58A_HR_Desat_Lines-768x650.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/04\/Beta58A_HR_Desat_Lines-1080x914.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 355px) 100vw, 355px\" \/><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a nutshell, the SM58 has a cardioid polar pickup pattern, while the Beta 58A has a supercardioid pattern. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The grille on the Beta 58A is hardened, so it won\u2019t dent as easily. Plus, it has an upgraded pneumatic shock mount system surrounding the capsule. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shure&#8217;s Beta 58A also has a frequency response of 50 to 16,000 Hz, whereas the SM58 has a frequency response of 50 to 15,000 Hz. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another key difference is that the SM58 provides less detail, which is considered better for vocals at louder volumes. The Beta 58A, on the other hand, offers 4dB extra volume and greater detail &#8211; it&#8217;s these upgrades that make the Beta 58A more expensive.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>To fully understand the entire Shure BETA microphone range, check out our blog <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/gear4musicblog.kinsta.cloud\/what-are-shure-beta-mics-and-why-do-i-need-them\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;72b2aac8-2a26-4106-af58-67527d130293&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Polar patterns&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Polar_patterns\"><\/span>Polar patterns<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The major difference and one of the ultimate factors when it comes to choosing between the Shure Beta 58A and the SM58 is the polar pattern.<br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Shure SM58 is a cardioid polar pattern, whereas the Beta 58A is a supercardioid polar pattern.<br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve discussed polar patterns in detail in a previous <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/gear4musicblog.kinsta.cloud\/microphone-polar-patterns-everything-you-need-to-know\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">article<\/a><\/strong>, and it&#8217;s highly recommended if you want to fully understand the benefits of different polar patterns.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"BETA_58A_Polar_Pattern\"><\/span>BETA 58A Polar Pattern<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-7328\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/04\/d0006137-thumbnail_shure-beta58a-polar-pattern-copy-1024x562.jpg\" alt=\"1280x702 px\" width=\"428\" height=\"235\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/04\/d0006137-thumbnail_shure-beta58a-polar-pattern-copy-1024x562.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/04\/d0006137-thumbnail_shure-beta58a-polar-pattern-copy-547x300.jpg 547w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/04\/d0006137-thumbnail_shure-beta58a-polar-pattern-copy-768x421.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/04\/d0006137-thumbnail_shure-beta58a-polar-pattern-copy-1080x592.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/04\/d0006137-thumbnail_shure-beta58a-polar-pattern-copy-980x537.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/04\/d0006137-thumbnail_shure-beta58a-polar-pattern-copy-480x263.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/04\/d0006137-thumbnail_shure-beta58a-polar-pattern-copy.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 428px) 100vw, 428px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SM58_Polar_Pattern\"><\/span>SM58 Polar Pattern<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-7315 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/04\/cda9c226-shure-sm58-polar-pattern.png\" alt=\"454 x 261 px \" width=\"454\" height=\"261\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_this_important\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why is this important?\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the world of live vocals, especially in a band scenario, the polar pattern could be the major difference you\u2019re looking for. A cardioid polar pattern does a great job of rejecting off-axis sounds such as the drummer behind you, the crowd in front of you, or the guitarist next to you. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But there may be a touch of sonic bleed. Not a lot, but some. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This means the sound engineer may have to wrestle with your microphone volume as it picks up drummers, or your monitor speaker if you\u2019re too close to the monitor. And this will cause feedback if your engineer needs to turn up the vocals in your monitor speaker.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The supercardioid polar pattern, however, does an incredible job of rejecting everything around it, honing the clarity of the sound source (your voice) and ignoring everything else. This means you get less sonic bleed from other instruments and your mic is far less likely to have feedback near a monitor speaker.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, if you\u2019re a singer with a quieter voice, and you need a lot of monitor sounds, the supercardioid pattern of the Beta 58A comes in really handy. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, if you\u2019re quite shouty or enjoy singing at a semi-loud volume, then the SM58\u2019s cardioid pattern is totally fine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both mics are directional, dynamic mics, but the Beta 58A would be considered highly directional.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;72b2aac8-2a26-4106-af58-67527d130293&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Frequency range&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequency_range\"><\/span>Frequency range<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another key difference between the SM58 and the Beta 58A is the frequency response.<br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Straight out of the box, the Beta 58A provides more high-end detail thanks to the 50 to 16,000 Hz frequency response. The SM58 has a 50 to 15,000 Hz which makes a difference depending on what your voice sounds like.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_this_important-2\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why is this important?\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The extended high-end frequencies on the Beta 58A bring out more of the treble tones within your vocals and an overall presence boost that sits nicely in the mix whether recorded or in a live scenario. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, the hidden talent within the Beta 58A is the bass roll-off. This means it doesn\u2019t build up the \u201cboominess\u201d or bass sound, it just takes what it needs and discards the rest. However, it does eliminate some of the warmth. If you\u2019re lucky enough to already have a bass-heavy voice then this is ideal. However, if you don\u2019t, you risk losing that low-end detail.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This doesn\u2019t mean the Beta 58A is \u201cbetter&#8221;. The SM58 retains all the bass tonal qualities and warmth that you might need when you\u2019re screaming your head off on stage \u2013 metal singers, I\u2019m looking at you! But if you\u2019re a singer with a bassy voice, you might find the SM58 a little overwhelming.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019re basically choosing between warmth and high-end detail. The SM58 is far more forgiving and a touch muddier, whilst the Beta 58A is more detailed and transparent with a subtle lack in bass. If you\u2019re a solo singer with a full range, then the Beta 58A might be better, but if you\u2019re a rock singer, the SM58 will do you just fine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, I mentioned volume\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;72b2aac8-2a26-4106-af58-67527d130293&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Volume&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Volume\"><\/span>Volume<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another key reason solo singers, lounge acts, and wedding duos favour the Beta 58A is the 4dB boost in output volume you get from the neodymium magnet. You\u2019re going to stand out more on stage when your sound is powered by this boost.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_this_important-3\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why is this important?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The 4dB boost is useful if you have whispered or \u201csing-speak\u201d style vocals. It will come in handy as the engineer can drive the mic without running into feedback problems and the crowd can hear you clearly.<br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Again, this may not be that important to you. If you sing at a fairly regular level then the SM58 is, again, the industry-standard option.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re more Cat Power or Billie Eilish-esque with whispered or \u201clow\u201d vocals, the Beta 58A will suit you. 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They\u2019re that good. However, the grilles can sometimes get dented over years of use \u2013 it happens! The SM58 has a steel mesh grille whereas the Beta 58A has a hardened steel grille.\u00a0 This is a small, but very important feature.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_this_important-4\"><\/span>Why is this important?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you\u2019re a singer who likes to move around the stage or even throw\/swing microphones while performing, you\u2019re going to enjoy the fact the Beta 58A\u2019s grille is made from hardened steel which makes it a <em>lot <\/em>harder to dent. Again, this may or may not be important to you but it&#8217;s something to consider. There\u2019s a functional reason that enables the Beta 58A to use this hardened steel grille which we\u2019ll talk about in the shock mount section.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The SM58 has a regular steel mesh grille, which is still very hardwearing, but a little easier to collapse. This is to provide extra protection to the capsule, kind of like a crumple zone on a car. However, if you dent it, just unscrew it and push the dent out \u2013 easy!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;72b2aac8-2a26-4106-af58-67527d130293&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Shock mount&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shock_mount\"><\/span>Shock mount<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">I mentioned the functional difference in the grille. The Beta 58A has a hardened steel grille as it doesn\u2019t need as much of a crumple zone thanks to the upgraded and advanced shock mount within.<br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Both microphones have a pneumatic shock mount, although the Beta 58A has a slightly upgraded version, which of course drives the price up a little.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_this_important-5\"><\/span>Why is this important?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The shock mount difference is important for 2 reasons:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It provides better overall protection to the capsule inside<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It reduces mechanical noise and vibrations making it into the mix<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you\u2019re a travelling solo singer, this can make all the difference. Every detail is important. The advanced pneumatic shock mount prevents those knocks, bumps, and even vibrations from the room from making their way into the sound. If you\u2019re podcasting at home, it\u2019s equally as important as it ensures that handling noise is almost non-existent.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">However, the SM58 is just as hard-wearing and the shock mount inside does a fantastic job of protecting the inner workings in conjunction with the slightly easier-to-dent grille. You might get a touch more handling noise when holding it. Again, this is something that may or may not be important to you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-8174 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/04\/Homerecording_Paul_SM58_Landscape_03-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"8640 x5760\" width=\"664\" height=\"443\" \/><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;72b2aac8-2a26-4106-af58-67527d130293&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Price&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Price\"><\/span>Price<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">With all these upgrades and detailed tweaks, it\u2019s understandable that the Beta 58A is a little more expensive. Everything from the shock mount system to the blue rubber band that stops the mic from rolling away all drives the cost up. However, if you want the extra detail, volume, and better off-axis rejection, then the Beta 58A beta is certainly worth the price tag.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you still want incredible detail and a hard-wearing industry-standard workhorse of a mic that won\u2019t ever let you down for way under \u00a3100, then the SM58 is equally worth the price. I, myself, own a Shure SM58 and have never had a problem with it \u2013 it\u2019s a workhorse.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;72b2aac8-2a26-4106-af58-67527d130293&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Similarities and differences between the Shure SM58 and Shure Beta 58A&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Similarities_and_differences_between_the_Shure_SM58_and_Shure_Beta_58A\"><\/span>Similarities and differences between the Shure SM58 and Shure Beta 58A<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Key similarities:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Both mics are dynamic microphones<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Both mics are almost indestructible<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Both have replaceable steel grilles<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Both mics have extremely low handling noise thanks to the built-in shock mounts<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Both mics are designed for ergonomic placement in your hand<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Both mics are industry-standard vocal mics<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Both mics have a built-in pop filter<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Both mics have recessed cavity for XLR connection<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Key differences:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The SM58 has a cardioid polar pickup pattern<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Beta 58A has a supercardioid pattern<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The grille on the Beta 58A is hardened steel<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Beta 58A has an upgraded pneumatic shock mount system<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Beta 58A has a frequency response of 50 to 16,000 Hz<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The SM58 has a frequency response of 50 to 15,000 Hz<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Beta 58A has an automatic bass roll-off feature<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The SM58 provides less detail<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Beta 58A offers 4dB extra volume and greater detail<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Beta 58A has a blue rubber band around the mic to stop it from rolling away<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Beta 58A is around 67% more expensive at the time of writing\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;72b2aac8-2a26-4106-af58-67527d130293&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Who are the SM58 and Beta 58A microphones better suited to?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_are_the_SM58_and_Beta_58A_microphones_better_suited_to\"><\/span>Who are the SM58 and Beta 58A microphones better suited to?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Of course, this is completely subjective. But overall, the mics are better suited to different types of singers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Who is the SM58 better suited to?<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Rock bands<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Metal bands<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Shoutier vocals<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bands of all types<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Any live vocal, whether speaking or singing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Who is the Beta 58A better suited to?<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Solo acts<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Wedding duos<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Podcasters<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Rappers<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Spoken word artists<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Studio recording<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Those with heavier bass vocals<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;72b2aac8-2a26-4106-af58-67527d130293&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Final thoughts on the Shure SM58 vs Beta 58A debate&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_thoughts_on_the_Shure_SM58_vs_Beta_58A_debate\"><\/span>Final thoughts on the Shure SM58 vs Beta 58A debate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Overall, the final decision comes down to how you sing and how much you want to invest. You might find that the extra dB and detail on the Beta 58A bring out some subtleties you don\u2019t need if you\u2019re in a thrash metal band. Alternatively, the extra volume and added bass roll-off could be exactly what you need to take your performances to the next level, allowing you to really be heard on stage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">However, no matter what type of vocalist you are, the SM58 will always be there when you need it, an ever-present entity in venues owing to its complete all-rounder functionality.<br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">I advise trying out both if you can, but if it&#8217;s the detail you want, go for the Beta 58A. 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But before you purchase one just because it\u2019s more expensive, you need to know the key benefits of each. First off, your live vocal game will instantly benefit from investing in either of the [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":39,"featured_media":8992,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to live vocal microphones, the choice will almost always come down to the Shure <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Shure-Beta-58A-Dynamic-Microphone\/1UW\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Beta 58A<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Shure-SM58-Dynamic-Cardioid-Vocal-Microphone\/4ZW\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SM58<\/a><\/strong>. But before you purchase one just because it\u2019s more expensive, you need to know the key benefits of each.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First off, your live vocal game will instantly benefit from investing in either of the two absolute industry-standard live vocal mics from Shure, so there\u2019s no right or wrong answer here. They\u2019re reliable, hardwearing, and widely regarded as two of the best live vocal mics ever made.<br \/><\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We've rounded up the key differences between these two microphones, highlighting the variations that make all the difference. If you want a quick answer, it\u2019s directly below, but if you want more detail \u2013 read on!<\/span><\/p>\r\n<hr \/>\r\n<h3>Shure Beta 58A vs SM58 \u2013 what are the differences?<\/h3>\r\n<p><img class=\"alignright wp-image-8342 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/04\/Beta58A_HR_Desat_Lines-355x300.jpg\" alt=\"7802 x 6602\" width=\"355\" height=\"300\" \/><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a nutshell, the SM58 has a cardioid polar pickup pattern, while the Beta 58A has a supercardioid pattern. <\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The grille on the Beta 58A is hardened, so it won\u2019t dent as easily. Plus, it has an upgraded pneumatic shock mount system surrounding the capsule. <\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shure's Beta 58A also has a frequency response of 50 to 16,000 Hz, whereas the SM58 has a frequency response of 50 to 15,000 Hz. <\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another key difference is that the SM58 provides less detail, which is considered better for vocals at louder volumes. The Beta 58A, on the other hand, offers 4dB extra volume and greater detail - it's these upgrades that make the Beta 58A more expensive.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<hr \/>\r\n<h3>Polar patterns\u00a0<\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The major difference and one of the ultimate factors when it comes to choosing between the Shure Beta 58A and the SM58 is the polar pattern.<br \/><\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Shure SM58 is a cardioid polar pattern, whereas the Beta 58A is a supercardioid polar pattern.<br \/><\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve discussed polar patterns in detail in a previous <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/gear4musicblog.kinsta.cloud\/microphone-polar-patterns-everything-you-need-to-know\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">article<\/a><\/strong>, and it's highly recommended if you want to fully understand the benefits of different polar patterns.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h5>BETA 58A Polar Pattern<\/h5>\r\n<p><img class=\"alignnone  wp-image-7328\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/04\/d0006137-thumbnail_shure-beta58a-polar-pattern-copy-1024x562.jpg\" alt=\"1280x702 px\" width=\"428\" height=\"235\" \/><\/p>\r\n<h5>SM58 Polar Pattern<\/h5>\r\n<p><img class=\"size-full wp-image-7315 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/04\/cda9c226-shure-sm58-polar-pattern.png\" alt=\"454 x 261 px \" width=\"454\" height=\"261\" \/><\/p>\r\n<hr \/>\r\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why is this important?\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the world of live vocals, especially in a band scenario, the polar pattern could be the major difference you\u2019re looking for. A cardioid polar pattern does a great job of rejecting off-axis sounds such as the drummer behind you, the crowd in front of you, or the guitarist next to you. <\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But there may be a touch of sonic bleed. Not a lot, but some. <\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This means the sound engineer may have to wrestle with your microphone volume as it picks up drummers, or your monitor speaker if you\u2019re too close to the monitor. And this will cause feedback if your engineer needs to turn up the vocals in your monitor speaker.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The supercardioid polar pattern, however, does an incredible job of rejecting everything around it, honing the clarity of the sound source (your voice) and ignoring everything else. This means you get less sonic bleed from other instruments and your mic is far less likely to have feedback near a monitor speaker.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, if you\u2019re a singer with a quieter voice, and you need a lot of monitor sounds, the supercardioid pattern of the Beta 58A comes in really handy. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, if you\u2019re quite shouty or enjoy singing at a semi-loud volume, then the SM58\u2019s cardioid pattern is totally fine.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both mics are directional, dynamic mics, but the Beta 58A would be considered highly directional.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<hr \/>\r\n<h3>Frequency range\u00a0<\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another key difference between the SM58 and the Beta 58A is the frequency response.<br \/><\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Straight out of the box, the Beta 58A provides more high-end detail thanks to the 50 to 16,000 Hz frequency response. The SM58 has a 50 to 15,000 Hz which makes a difference depending on what your voice sounds like.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why is this important?\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The extended high-end frequencies on the Beta 58A bring out more of the treble tones within your vocals and an overall presence boost that sits nicely in the mix whether recorded or in a live scenario. <\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, the hidden talent within the Beta 58A is the bass roll-off. This means it doesn\u2019t build up the \u201cboominess\u201d or bass sound, it just takes what it needs and discards the rest. However, it does eliminate some of the warmth. If you\u2019re lucky enough to already have a bass-heavy voice then this is ideal. However, if you don\u2019t, you risk losing that low-end detail.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This doesn\u2019t mean the Beta 58A is \u201cbetter\". The SM58 retains all the bass tonal qualities and warmth that you might need when you\u2019re screaming your head off on stage \u2013 metal singers, I\u2019m looking at you! But if you\u2019re a singer with a bassy voice, you might find the SM58 a little overwhelming.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019re basically choosing between warmth and high-end detail. The SM58 is far more forgiving and a touch muddier, whilst the Beta 58A is more detailed and transparent with a subtle lack in bass. If you\u2019re a solo singer with a full range, then the Beta 58A might be better, but if you\u2019re a rock singer, the SM58 will do you just fine.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, I mentioned volume\u2026<\/span><\/p>\r\n<hr \/>\r\n<h3>Volume<\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another key reason solo singers, lounge acts, and wedding duos favour the Beta 58A is the 4dB boost in output volume you get from the neodymium magnet. You\u2019re going to stand out more on stage when your sound is powered by this boost.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why is this important?<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The 4dB boost is useful if you have whispered or \u201csing-speak\u201d style vocals. It will come in handy as the engineer can drive the mic without running into feedback problems and the crowd can hear you clearly.<br \/><\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Again, this may not be that important to you. If you sing at a fairly regular level then the SM58 is, again, the industry-standard option.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re more Cat Power or Billie Eilish-esque with whispered or \u201clow\u201d vocals, the Beta 58A will suit you. If you\u2019re a Dave Grohl-style singer \u2013 shouty and loud, then the SM58 is great as you won\u2019t need the volume boost and the engineer won\u2019t have to battle the other instruments on stage to make you heard.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><img class=\" wp-image-8173 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/04\/Homerecording_SM58_Still_Landscape-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"8460 x 5760\" width=\"728\" height=\"485\" \/><\/p>\r\n<hr \/>\r\n<h3>Grille\u00a0<\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both microphones are almost indestructible which is part of the reason you\u2019ll probably never have to replace either of them. They\u2019re that good. However, the grilles can sometimes get dented over years of use \u2013 it happens! The SM58 has a steel mesh grille whereas the Beta 58A has a hardened steel grille.\u00a0 This is a small, but very important feature.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h4>Why is this important?<\/h4>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re a singer who likes to move around the stage or even throw\/swing microphones while performing, you\u2019re going to enjoy the fact the Beta 58A\u2019s grille is made from hardened steel which makes it a <em>lot <\/em>harder to dent. Again, this may or may not be important to you but it's something to consider. There\u2019s a functional reason that enables the Beta 58A to use this hardened steel grille which we\u2019ll talk about in the shock mount section.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The SM58 has a regular steel mesh grille, which is still very hardwearing, but a little easier to collapse. This is to provide extra protection to the capsule, kind of like a crumple zone on a car. However, if you dent it, just unscrew it and push the dent out \u2013 easy!<\/span><\/p>\r\n<hr \/>\r\n<h3>Shock mount\u00a0<\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I mentioned the functional difference in the grille. The Beta 58A has a hardened steel grille as it doesn\u2019t need as much of a crumple zone thanks to the upgraded and advanced shock mount within.<br \/><\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both microphones have a pneumatic shock mount, although the Beta 58A has a slightly upgraded version, which of course drives the price up a little.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h4>Why is this important?<\/h4>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The shock mount difference is important for 2 reasons:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ol>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It provides better overall protection to the capsule inside<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It reduces mechanical noise and vibrations making it into the mix<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re a travelling solo singer, this can make all the difference. Every detail is important. The advanced pneumatic shock mount prevents those knocks, bumps, and even vibrations from the room from making their way into the sound. If you\u2019re podcasting at home, it\u2019s equally as important as it ensures that handling noise is almost non-existent.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, the SM58 is just as hard-wearing and the shock mount inside does a fantastic job of protecting the inner workings in conjunction with the slightly easier-to-dent grille. You might get a touch more handling noise when holding it. Again, this is something that may or may not be important to you.<br \/><br \/><img class=\" wp-image-8174 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2022\/04\/Homerecording_Paul_SM58_Landscape_03-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"8640 x5760\" width=\"664\" height=\"443\" \/><br \/><\/span><\/p>\r\n<hr \/>\r\n<h3>Price<\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With all these upgrades and detailed tweaks, it\u2019s understandable that the Beta 58A is a little more expensive. Everything from the shock mount system to the blue rubber band that stops the mic from rolling away all drives the cost up. However, if you want the extra detail, volume, and better off-axis rejection, then the Beta 58A beta is certainly worth the price tag.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you still want incredible detail and a hard-wearing industry-standard workhorse of a mic that won\u2019t ever let you down for way under \u00a3100, then the SM58 is equally worth the price. I, myself, own a Shure SM58 and have never had a problem with it \u2013 it\u2019s a workhorse.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<hr \/>\r\n<h3>Similarities and differences between the Shure SM58 and Shure Beta 58A<\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key similarities:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both mics are dynamic microphones<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both mics are almost indestructible<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both have replaceable steel grilles<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both mics have extremely low handling noise thanks to the built-in shock mounts<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both mics are designed for ergonomic placement in your hand<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both mics are industry-standard vocal mics<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both mics have a built-in pop filter<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both mics have recessed cavity for XLR connection<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key differences:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The SM58 has a cardioid polar pickup pattern<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Beta 58A has a supercardioid pattern<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The grille on the Beta 58A is hardened steel<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Beta 58A has an upgraded pneumatic shock mount system<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Beta 58A has a frequency response of 50 to 16,000 Hz<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The SM58 has a frequency response of 50 to 15,000 Hz<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Beta 58A has an automatic bass roll-off feature<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The SM58 provides less detail<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Beta 58A offers 4dB extra volume and greater detail<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Beta 58A has a blue rubber band around the mic to stop it from rolling away<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Beta 58A is around 67% more expensive at the time of writing\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<hr \/>\r\n<h3>Who are the SM58 and Beta 58A microphones better suited to?<\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, this is completely subjective. But overall, the mics are better suited to different types of singers.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who is the SM58 better suited to?<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rock bands<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Metal bands<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shoutier vocals<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bands of all types<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any live vocal, whether speaking or singing<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who is the Beta 58A better suited to?<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Solo acts<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wedding duos<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Podcasters<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rappers<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spoken word artists<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studio recording<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Those with heavier bass vocals<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<hr \/>\r\n<h3>Final thoughts on the Shure SM58 vs Beta 58A debate<\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overall, the final decision comes down to how you sing and how much you want to invest. You might find that the extra dB and detail on the Beta 58A bring out some subtleties you don\u2019t need if you\u2019re in a thrash metal band. Alternatively, the extra volume and added bass roll-off could be exactly what you need to take your performances to the next level, allowing you to really be heard on stage.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, no matter what type of vocalist you are, the SM58 will always be there when you need it, an ever-present entity in venues owing to its complete all-rounder functionality.<br \/><\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I advise trying out both if you can, but if it's the detail you want, go for the Beta 58A. 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