The Shure Beta 181 Condenser Microphone is engineered with a side-address design featuring an intuitive locking ring for a secure connection between the capsule and preamplifier. The Beta 181 is ideal for multiple instrument mikings. This model includes a cardioid polar capsule and is best suited to overheads piano and acoustic instruments. The pickup pattern in the Beta 181/C also focuses on the main source of sound whilst providing excellent protection from feedback interference. Included with the side-address microphone is a mic clip carrying case and windscreen.