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Double Bass Anyone tired the Shure Beta 98 S?

So, nobody tired!:atoz:
This microphone seems a good mic to bass for me. This mic has high gan before feedback.
let see:

Type
Condenser (electret bias)

Frequency Response
20 to 20,000 Hz
(measured at 304.8 mm [1 ft] from a spherical sound source, free field conditions)

Polar Pattern
Supercardioid:hyper: (as supplied), uniform with frequency, symmetrical about axis. Cartridge for cardioid polar pattern also available.

Dynamic Range
(at 20 Hz to 20 kHz, less than 1% THD, 2.5 kilohm load)
125 dB (max SPL minus A-weighted noise)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio
59 dB re 94 dB SPL

Output Impedance
Rated at 150 ohms (actual)
Recommended minimum load impedance: 1 kilohm

Hum Pickup
-7.5 dB equivalent SPL in 1 mOe field (60Hz)

Polarity
Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3

Phantom Power
48 Vdc +/- 4 Vdc(IEC-268-15/DIN 45 596), positive pins 2 and 3.


Case
Microphone: Matte black enamel brass case and stainless steel inner grille
Preamplifier: Matte black enamel finished steel

Dimensions
Microphone: 11.7 mm X 35.6 mm (0.46 in. X 1.40 in.)
Preamplifier: 20 mm X 99 mm (0.79 in. X 3.89 in.)

Net Weight
Microphone: 12 g (0.4 oz) less cable
Preamplifier: 96 g (3.4 oz)