Shure MX185 - Cardioid Wired Lavalier Microphone
Model: MX185
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Packaging Info
Package Weight | 0.9 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 10.0 x 4.7 x 3.2" |
General Information
Frequency Response | 50Hz - 17kHz |
Dynamic Range (Typical) | 94dB, (@ 1kHz, A-Weighted) |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 65dB |
Maximum Input Sound Level | 123dB, (@ 1kHz, 1% THD) |
Power Requirements | 11 - 52VDC (with Belt Clip Preamp, Included) |
Output Impedance | 150 Ohms (180 Ohms Actual) |
Transducer | Electret Bias Condenser |
Pad | None |
Low Frequency Roll-Off | None |
Applications | Radio, Videography, Television and Broadcast. |
Dimensions | Microphone Housing: .85 x .46" (22 x 12mm) LxDiameter In-Line Pre-Amp: 3.89 x .79" (99 x 20mm) LxW Cable: 4' (1.2 m) Long (w/TA4F Connector) |
Weight | 0.12 oz (3.4g) |
Output Connectors | TA4-F (4-pin mini connection) XLR-3M Type (with included RK183T2 preamplifier) |
Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
I bought this (along with the 183 and 184 cartridges, for a full selection of pickup patterns) to do interviews in a very small room (not at all a sound studio). For now I use it with a Roland Quad Capture to get audio into Adobe Audition CC for processing/sync with video.
Perfect mic for our on line live streaming drum lessons... We have a wireless mic but it's noisey and this is perfect because I sit behind a drum set... so wires are not a problem for me while I'm sitting down.
After testing Azden's cheaper wireless lav kit we decide to purchase an extra zoom recorder and a wired lav from a company I have nothing but faith in. This shure lav is a bit bulky but its audio quality makes the size worth it.
The shure omni is an audio breath of fresh air for me. I started using it for direct xlr connection to my panasonic af100 and its given me the cleanest audio ive ever had.
Rugged despite its strange design. Quality audio. A large capsule but priced right.
I use lots of microphones intensively every day - 4-5 at any given time, sometimes even more, for legal depositions, and they are abused quite a bit. Frustrated attorneys and deponents alike throw them on the table, pull them by getting up from the conference table forgetting to detach them, etc.
...no on/off switch.
I was told this mic was a powered mic and of all the reviews I read, nobody mentioned this mic requires phantom power, so I want to make it clear to everyone this mic requires phantom power. Otherwise, it is a really good mic.
I have several Shure lavs for my video documentaries, and have found this brand a bit more forgiving from rubbing sounds from my subjects clothing and the mic screen. I also like the convenient zipper bag to hold the mic.
Using this to into the XLR input for in-studio shoots. They're very sensitive; one guest clipped it to his tie and picked up tie movement.
- Cardioid Polar Pattern
- XLR Connection
- Includes Accessories
- Shure MX185 - Cardioid Wired Lavalier Microphone
- Zipper Bag
- Foam Windscreen
- Snap-Fit Windscreen
- Tie Clip
- Dual Tie Clip
- RK100PK In-Line Preamp with XLR Connection
- Hex Wrench #4
- 1 Year Warranty