The Shure Beta 98AMP/C is a compact cardioid condenser microphone precisely designed for professional sound enhancement and studio recording. It features an integrated XLR preamp with a flexible gooseneck and an A75M universal mic mount for accurate placement in any configuration of toms, snares or percussion. The ultra-smooth cardioid pattern provides excellent gain before feedback, rejection of unwanted off-axis noise, and high maximum sound pressure levels (SPL).