Shure ULXD2/N8CB Digital Handheld Wireless Microphone Transmitter with Nexadyne 8/C Cardioid Capsule (G57: 470 to 608 MHz)

The Shure ULXD2/N8CB is a digital handheld wireless microphone transmitter compatible with ULX-D receivers. It comes equipped with a Nexadyne 8/C dynamic cardioid capsule, featuring an innovative Revonic dual-transducer design that uses two separate, but interdependent sets of diaphragms, voice coils, and magnets. This unique technology gives this dynamic mic a condenser-like clarity with a crisp, yet natural high-end and plenty of detail—allowing vocalists to worry less about mic technique and instead focus on delivering powerful performances. The cardioid polar pattern reduces off-axis pickup, for less bleed from other sources and fewer feedback issues.

With a rugged, yet lightweight aluminum housing, the ULXD2/N8CB transmitter delivers pristine audio quality and RF performance, AES 256-bit encryption for secure transmission, and advanced rechargeability options for professional sound-reinforcement applications.

Clear, Accurate Audio with Interchangeable Nexadyne 8/C Cardioid Revonic Capsule

The transmitter comes with a Nexadyne 8/C mic capsule and delivers clear, reliable 24-bit/48 kHz digital audio over its entire 330' range, great for live performances and presentations in music venues, houses of worship, and conference spaces.

Shure's Nexadyne Revonic system is an innovative dynamic microphone design that uses two matched dynamic transducers, working in conjunction, to provide more opportunity for both greater sound quality and the rejection of unwanted signal.

Wiring the transducers out-of-phase cancels mechanical vibration, so self-noise is actively zeroed out. This makes traditional pneumatic shockmounts unnecessary, and allows the transducers to be optimized for acoustic performance.

Vocal performers will experience natural and vivid clarity when performing—enabled by a cartridge design that optimizes signal output acoustically, producing more of the desired sound source and less environmental and handling noise.

Engineers will receive stronger and clearer output, resulting in fewer EQ corrections that are often necessary with other mics to retain vocal clarity within the mix.

The cardioid polar pattern provides focused, yet forgiving, audio capture centered on the performer in front of the mic-reducing bleed from other sources and on-stage monitors for clearer sound.

The interchangeable capsule design allows you to replace the Nexadyne 8/C capsule with a Shure capsule that’s ideal for your application and simply screw it onto the transmitter—including Nexadyne 8/C, KSM9, SM58, SM86, SM87A, Beta 58A, Beta 87A, Beta 87C capsules, and more.

User-Friendly Features in a Rugged Housing

The transmitter offers an ultrawide 138 MHz tuning range from 470 to 608 MHz, allowing you to use it across a wide geographical range with a compatible ULX-D receiver.

The unit quickly syncs with a wireless receiver via infrared at the touch of a button.

Shure Proprietary Gain Ranging automatically adjusts the mic input level, eliminating the need for transmitter gain adjustments.

The power button conveniently doubles as mute switch, while preserving RF lock.

Frequency and power lockout functions prevent accidental or unauthorized changes during events.

A backlit LCD with easy-to-navigate menu and controls lets you quickly access frequency, group, and channel settings, along with mute and lock status, RF output, and remaining battery life.

1/10/20mW selectable RF output power allows you to increase either the transmitter's range or the number of mics operating simultaneously.

Convenient Power Management Options

Operates for up to 11 hours on two AA batteries.

Optional Shure SB900B lithium-ion rechargeable battery pack offers intelligent power management with over 8 hours of battery life, precision metering in hours and minutes, and zero memory effect.

External charging contacts allow for docked battery charging with the SBC200 dual-docking charger (available separately).

The networkable SBC220 charger (available separately) allows for remote power monitoring via Shure’s Wireless Workbench software.

Features

• For ULX-D Digital Systems
• Nexadyne 8/C Cardioid Dynamic Mic
• Shure Revonic Dual-Engine Transducer
• Ultrawide 138 MHz Tuning Range
• Interchangeable Capsule Design
• Automatic Gain Adjustment
• 1/10/20mW RF Output Power
• Mute Mode, Backlit LCD
• Secure AES-256 Encryption
• 8.5 Hr with SB900B Rechargeable Battery

Specifications

System

• Wireless Technology: Digital UHF

• Diversity: Yes

• RF Frequency Band: G57: 470 to 608 MHz

• Number of RF Channel Frequencies: 5520

• RF Channel Scanning: Auto-Scan

• Max Operating Range: 328.1' / 100 m

• Max Transmitters per Band: 47

• Latency: < 2.9 ms

• Encryption: AES 256

• Built-In Recorder: No

• Timecode Support: No

• Mobile App Compatible: No

Transmitters

• Included Transmitters: 1x Handheld

• RF Output Power: 1 / 10 / 20 mW (Selectable)

• Antenna: Internal Single-Band Helical

• Input Level: Microphone

• Audio I/O: No

• USB I/O: No

• Muting: Off/On Switch

• Gain Range: 0 to 21 dB (3 dB Steps)

• Auto-Level/Gain: Yes

• Frequency Response: 30 Hz to 20 kHz (Dependent on Mic)

• Sync Method: IR

• Display: Backlit LCD

Microphones

• Microphone Type: 1x Handheld with Interchangeable Capsule (Nexadyne 8/C Included)

• Polar Pattern: Cardioid

• Frequency Response: 50 Hz to 20 kHz

• Sensitivity: -54 dBV/Pa (at 1 kHz)

• Color: Black

Power

• Transmitter Battery Type: 2x AA (Included) or 1x Shure SB900B - 750 mAh (Not Included)

• Transmitter Battery Life:

  • Medium: 11 Hours (Alkaline)

  • Medium: 8.5 Hours (Lithium Rechargeable)

Physical

• Housing: Aluminum

• Dimensions: 10.1 x 2" / 256 x 51 mm

• Weight: 12 oz / 340 g