Shure R174 Cartridge for BETA 56, BETA 56A and BETA 57A
Shure R174 Cartridge for BETA 56, BETA 56A and BETA 57A is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Shure R174 Cartridge for BETA 56, BETA 56A and BETA 57A
Product Overview
The Shure R174 is a direct replacement cartridge for the Shure BETA 56A supercardioid dynamic microphone. It delivers the same high-quality audio performance as the original factory-installed element, making it the correct service part for AV technicians and rental companies maintaining BETA 56A inventory. The R174 restores a worn or damaged BETA 56A to full factory specification without requiring a complete microphone replacement.
Product Description
The R174 cartridge replacement procedure requires a 1/16-inch Allen wrench, small Phillips-head and flathead screwdrivers, snap-ring pliers, and a soldering iron, as documented in the Shure R174 user guide. The lead wire connections — blue to pin 2, red to pin 3, and green to pin 1 — follow the original factory wiring configuration. For production environments, broadcast studios, and live sound contractors where the BETA 56A is in regular rotation as an instrument microphone, stocking the R174 eliminates delays caused by waiting for full microphone replacements. The cartridge seats into the existing BETA 56A case and grille assembly with no modifications to the housing required.
Key Features
- Exact-Fit BETA 56A Replacement — Factory-specified cartridge for the Shure BETA 56A supercardioid dynamic microphone, designed for drop-in compatibility with the existing housing and wiring.
- Matches Original Performance — Restores the BETA 56A's supercardioid pickup pattern and dynamic transducer characteristics to original factory specification.
- Reduces Downtime in Working Inventories — Enables in-house cartridge repair for rental companies and production facilities, keeping BETA 56A units in active rotation.
- Detailed Installation Documentation — Installation is supported by the Shure R174 user guide, which covers cartridge removal, lead wiring, and stand adapter reassembly in detail.
- Genuine Shure OEM Part — Manufactured to the same standards as the original cartridge, sourced through authorized Shure distribution channels.
Technical Specifications
| Compatible Models | Shure BETA 56A |
| Part Number | R174 |
| Transducer Type | Dynamic (Supercardioid) |
| Installation Tools Required | 1/16" Allen wrench, Phillips and flathead screwdrivers, snap-ring pliers, soldering iron |
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