Shure BLX14R/MX53 Headworn Wireless System with MX153 Microphone
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Shure BLX14R/MX53 Headworn Wireless System with MX153 Microphone J10: 584 - 608 MHz

SKU: SHBLX14RM53J

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2019-12-19T07:12:25

Rated 5 out of 5

Middle School Musical Microphones

I love these microphones. They work really well in my auditorium space and fit our middle school performers great.

ACCOUNTS P.

2019-12-19T07:11:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Middle School Musical Microphones

I love these microphones. They work really well in my auditorium space and fit our middle school performers great.

ACCOUNTS P.

Shure BLX14R/MX53 Specifications

  • Frequencies

    J10: 584 - 608 MHz

  • MX153: Transducer Type

    Electret Condenser

  • MX153: Polar Pattern

    Omnidirectional

  • MX153: Frequency Response

    20 to 20,000 Hz

  • MX153: Output Impedance

    N/A

  • MX153: Sensitivity Open Circuit Voltage

    -41 dBV/Pa[1] (9 mV/Pa)

  • MX153: Maximum SPL 1 kHz at 1% THD

    2500 ohm load: 107 dB SPL
    1000 ohm load: 107 dB SPL

  • MX153: Signal-To-Noise Ratio

    60 dB

  • MX153: Dynamic Range at 1 kHz

    2500 ohm load: 73 dB
    1000 ohm load: 73 dB

  • MX153: Self Noise

    34 dB

  • MX153: Common Mode Rejection

    N/A

  • MX153: Operating Temperature Range

    -18deg.C (0deg.F) to 57deg.C (135deg.F)

  • MX153: Polarity

    Positive pressure on diaphragm produces negative voltage on pin 3 with respect to pin 1

  • MX153: Power Requirements

    +1-5 V DC (500 uA max.)

  • BLX1: Audio Input Level

    Gain:
    Max: -16 dBV maximum
    Min (0 dB): +10 dBV maximum

  • BLX1: Gain Adjustment Range

    26 dB

  • BLX1: Input Impedance

    1 Mohm

  • BLX1: RF Transmitter Output

    10 mW, typical

  • BLX1: Housing

    Molded ABS

  • BLX1: Power Requirements

    2 LR6 AA batteries, 1.5 V, alkaline

  • BLX1: Battery Life

    up to 14 hours (alkaline)

  • BLX4R: Compatible Systems per Band

    Up to 12 (region dependent)

  • BLX4R: Output

    1x XLR Output
    1x 1/4" (6.35 mm) Output

  • BLX4R: Output Impedance

    XLR: 200 ohm
    1/4": 50 ohm

  • BLX4R: Audio Output Level

    XLR Connector: -20.5 dBV into 100kohm Load (Reference +/-33 kHz with 1 kHz Tone)
    1/4": -13 dBV into 100kohm Load (Reference +/-33 kHz with 1 kHz Tone)

  • BLX4R: RF Sensitivity

    -105 dBm for 12 dB SINAD, Typical

  • BLX4R: Image Rejection

    >50 dB, Typical

  • BLX4R: Housing

    Molded ABS, Steel

  • BLX4R: Power Requirement

    12 to 15 V DC at 260 mA, Supplied by External Power Supply (Tip Positive)

  • Dimensions (HxWxD)

    BLX4R: 50x198x163mm / 1.96x7.79x6.41"

  • Weight

    BLX4R: 2.2lbs (0.99kg)
    MX153: 19.76g (0.69oz)

  • UPC Code

    042406329392

About Shure BLX14R/MX53

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Middle School Musical Microphones

By ACCOUNTS P.

I love these microphones. They work really well in my auditorium space and fit our middle school performers great.

Middle School Musical Microphones

By ACCOUNTS P.

I love these microphones. They work really well in my auditorium space and fit our middle school performers great.

The Shure BLX14R/MX53 Rackable Headworn Wireless System (J10: 584 - 608 MHz) featuring QuickScan frequency selection and the discreet MX153T/O-TQG earset microphone for spoken word applications. Legendary sound and performance, right out of the box.

For performers who wish to unplug from the wire, BLX Wireless Systems are the clearest choice. Shure delivers wireless confidence with legendary sound from industry-renown microphones, decades of wireless design proficiency and world-class construction. Available in a wide offering of bodypack and handheld configurations.

Shure BLX14R/MX53 Features

  • MX153: Subminiature, omnidirectional cartridge offers superior speech clarity and enhanced plosive protection with no proximity effect
  • MX153: Terminated with TQG/TA4F connector for direct connectivity to Shure wireless bodypack transmitters
  • MX153: Ultra-lightweight, comfortable, flexible design is stable and easy to place over either ear
  • MX153: CommShield Technology guards against interference from cellular RF devices and digital bodypack transmitters
  • MX153: Kevlar reinforced, soft flex cable
  • BLX1: Quick and easy receiver frequency matching
  • BLX1: TQG connection for use with Shure lavalier, headset, earset and instrument microphones and guitar cables
  • BLX1: Easily accessible On / Off switch
  • BLX4R: XLR and ½" output connectors
  • BLX4R: Microprocessor-controlled internal antenna diversity
  • BLX4R: Two-color audio status indicator LED: Green: Normal audio levels / Red: Excessive audio levels (overload / clipping)
  • BLX4R: Adjustable output level
  • BLX4R: LCD display with detailed RF and audio metering

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Key Features

  • Superior speech clarity & enhanced plosive protection
  • Direct connectivity to Shure wireless bodypack transmitters
  • Ultra-lightweight, comfortable, flexible design
  • CommShield Technology guards against interference
  • Kevlar reinforced, soft flex cable
  • Quick and easy receiver frequency matching

What's in the box:

  • Shure MX153 Earset Headworn Microphone
  • BLX1 Transmitter
  • BLX4R Receiver
  • Shure Warranty