Shure WL183MW/O-TQG Low-Profile Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone with TA4F Connector (White)

SOUND PRESENTATION.
QUALITY PERFORMANCE.

PROFESSIONAL LOW-PROFILE LAVALIER MICROPHONES

Shure WL185m, WL184m, and WL183m are professional low-profile Lavalier microphones for use with compatible wireless bodypack transmitters. 8 mm shorter than their predecessors, the WL185m, WL184m, and WL183m lavaliers deliver full and accurate sound quality with an improved presence response that reproduces crystal clear vocals. For flexible placement on speakers, presenters, and performers, each lavalier is available in either black or white with LEMO or TA4F connector options, and the innovative tie clip can be rotated in 90° intervals for accurate positioning. Shure WL185m, WL184m, and WL183m professional lavaliers include a snap-fit windscreen, single tie clip, and zippered bag for storage and transport.

FEATURES:
•Professional low-profile Lavalier condenser microphones
•Cardioid (WL185m), Supercardioid (WL184m), and Omnidirectional (WL183m) polar pattern options
•8 mm shorter than the original WL18X series
•Higher dynamic range with improved max SPL, self-noise, and general sound quality when compared to the original WL18X series
•Available in either black or white colors to suit various situations
•Available in either TA4F or LEMO connector options
•Ships with lavalier, tie clip, snap-fit foam windscreen, and zippered storage bag

The white Shure WL183m is a discreet, low-profile omnidirectional lavalier microphone well suited to a wide variety of interview, presentation, broadcast, and film/video applications. The mic features a TA4F connector compatible with select Shure wireless transmitters. Not only does the lav offer a profile that is 8mm shorter then previous models, the WL183m delivers better audio quality with an improved presence response, higher dynamic range, and lower self-noise for crystal clear speech and vocals.

The electret condenser capsule filters out unwanted low frequencies below 70 Hz and delivers a high-end response up to 20 kHz to provide clear, intelligible speech for instructors, journalists, and presenters doing interviews, voiceovers, and dialog. The diaphragm can handle SPL levels up to 141 dB, while the forgiving omnidirectional polar pattern picks up sound evenly in a 360° radius, helping to provide consistent levels even when the talent turns away from the mic.

Optimized for a 5 VDC plug-in power source, the mic features a 4' cable terminating in a TA4F connector for use with a compatible Shure wireless bodypack transmitter or similar device. A snap-fit windscreen and adjustable lapel clip that offers 90° rotation for optimal mic placement are included.

TA4F Connector

Compatible Wireless Transmitters

• Shure: works with Shure transmitters equipped with a TA4M connector, including the following models: AD1, ADX1, AXT100TA4F, BLX1, GLXD1, MXW1, PGXD1, QLXD1, SLX1, SLXD1, ULX1, and ULXD1
• Third-party devices: the WL183m will work with third-party wireless transmitters that are equipped to supply 5 VDC through a TA4M connector.

A Discreet and Dependable Omnidirectional Lavalier

Omnidirectional Polar Pattern

The mic's omnidirectional polar pattern picks up sound from all around the capsule, helping to supply consistent speech levels, even when the talent isn't speaking directly toward the microphone.

Headroom for Speech and Vocals

This TA4F version of the WL183m offers a 121 dB dynamic range and a very low self-noise of only 20 dB SPL; it can also handle up to 141 dB SPL with only 1% total harmonic distortion (THD), providing headroom for broadcast-quality interviews, speech, and dialog.

Frequency Response Tailored for Speech

With a frequency range from 70 Hz to 20 kHz, the mic filters out unnecessary low frequencies and provides an extended high-end range for accurate and transparent speech reproduction.

Low-Profile Appearance

Compared to the original, the durable aluminum alloy housing on the WL183m is 8mm shorter and features a smaller snap-on windscreen, providing a more discreet appearance for presenters, performers, and on-camera talent.

Specifications 

Form Factor    
Lavalier

Compatible Transmitters    
Shure: Axient AD1, Axient ADX1, Axient AXT100, BLX1, GLXD1, MXW1, PGXD1, QLXD1, SLX1, SLXD1, ULX1, ULXD1

Polar Pattern    
Omnidirectional

Frequency Range    
70 Hz to 20 kHz

Maximum SPL    
141 dB SPL (1% THD)

Output Connector    
1x TA4F/Mini-XLR 4-Pin Female

Power Sources    
Plug-In Power

Color    
White

Microphone

Form Factor    
Lavalier

Compatible Transmitters    
Shure: Axient AD1, Axient ADX1, Axient AXT100, BLX1, GLXD1, MXW1, PGXD1, QLXD1, SLX1, SLXD1, ULX1, ULXD1

Intended Sound Sources    
Vocals, Speech/Voice-Over

Sound Field    
Mono

Element Type    
1x Electret Condenser

Polar Pattern    
Omnidirectional

Included Tone Caps    
No

Performance

Frequency Range    
70 Hz to 20 kHz

Maximum SPL    
141 dB SPL (1% THD)

Sensitivity    
-44 dBV/Pa

Dynamic Range    
121 dB

Signal-to-Noise Ratio    
74.1 dB

Connectivity

Output Connector    
1x TA4F/Mini-XLR 4-Pin Female

Cable Length    
4' / 1.22 m

Power

Power Sources    
Plug-In Power

Operating Voltage    
5 V (Plug-In Power)

Physical

Color    
White

Construction Material    
Aluminum

Dimensions    
ø: 0.5 x L: 0.53" / ø: 12.74 x L: 13.55 mm

Weight    
0.7 oz / 20 g (with Cable)

Packaging Info

Package Weight    
0.375 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)    
6.8 x 5.7 x 1.6"