SLX Wireless Systems
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For virtually any application with ease of set-up and exceptional audio quality
How-to Guides
- System Features
- Receiver
- Bodypacks
- Microphone Options
- Downloads
- Frequency Versions
- Specs
Easy Setup
- Automatic Frequency Selection
- Automatic Transmitter Setup
- Removable antennas and rack hardware included
Exceptional Audio quality
- Shure’s Patented Audio Reference Companding improves sound quality
- Wide s selection of Shure microphone heads, headsets and lavaliers
- Predictive Diversity technology for improved transmission quality
Complete installation solutions
- Up to 12 compatible frequencies per band
- Furnished rack hardware included for single or double mounted installation in a standard 19“ rack.
- Detachable 1/4 wave antennas
- Rugged metal chassis
- Multi-function, backlit LCD on transmitter and receiver
Read moreGo to the glossary receiver - Part of the SLX wireless series
Read moreGo to the glossary receiver with logic-functionality - Part of the SLX wireless series
Transmitter
Read moreGo to the glossary condenser microphoneCondenser microphones are more sensitive, give a smooth, natural sound and need to be powered.Read moreGo to the glossary with an extended high frequency responseThis is the range of frequencies, from the lowest to the highest, that a mic can pick up.Read moreGo to the glossary, constructed to withstand the rigors of touring.
Read moreGo to the glossary vocal microphone, a tailored frequency responseThis is the range of frequencies, from the lowest to the highest, that a mic can pick up.Read moreGo to the glossary accentuates vocals, supercardioidSupercardioid microphones pick up most sound from the front, and less from the sides.Read moreGo to the glossary pattern isolates from other sound sources
Read moreGo to the glossary vocal microphone has supercardioidSupercardioid microphones pick up most sound from the front, and less from the sides.Read moreGo to the glossary polar pattern"Polar pattern" describes how well the microphone “hears“ sound from different directions.Read moreGo to the glossary and a smooth, tailored response for warm, accurate sound.
Headsets – for use with SLX1 bodypack transmitter
Read moreGo to the glossary for total freedom on the move
Read moreGo to the glossary condenserCondenser microphones are more sensitive, give a smooth, natural sound and need to be powered.Read moreGo to the glossary mic for wireless use for maximum mobility
Read moreGo to the glossary design
Lavaliers – for use with SLX1 bodypack transmitter
Read moreGo to the glossary miniature lavalier condenser microphoneCondenser microphones are more sensitive, give a smooth, natural sound and need to be powered.Read moreGo to the glossary providing a full clear sound.
Read moreGo to the glossary lavalier microphone
Read moreGo to the glossary lavalier microphone
Read moreGo to the glossary lavalier microphone
Read moreGo to the glossary lavalier mic provides low visibility with professional audio quality
Instrument Options
Read moreGo to the glossary for brass or percussion instruments, flexible integrated gooseneck with clip-on clamp for precise positioning
Frequency ranges and power output for the transmitters
| Band | Range | Power Output |
| H5 | 518-542 MHz | 30 mW/15 dBm |
| J3 | 572-596 MHz | 30 mW/15 dBm |
| L4 | 638-662 MHz | 30 mW/15 dBm |
| P4 | 702-726 MHz | 30 mW/15 dBm |
| R5 | 800-820 MHz | 20 mW/13 dBm |
| S6 * | 838-865 MHz | 10 mW/10 dBm |
| JB | 806-810 MHz | 10 mW/10 dBm |
| Q4 | 740-752 MHz | 10mW/10 dBm |
* denotes UK Frequency band.
Please be aware of country-specific laws when operating on different frequency bands.
System technical specifications
- Compatible systems per frequencyThis is how many times a sound or radio wave oscillates in one second.Read moreGo to the glossary band (up to): 12
- Selectable frequencies: 960
- Auto Setup Features: Scan/Sync
- Audio Reference Companding: Yes
- Included Antennas: Removeable 1/4-wave
- Antenna Options: Yes
- Receiver Network Ability: No
- PC Control: No
- Rack Hardware: Included
- Case: Optional System Case (WA610)
- Transmitter Display: Backlit LCD + Multi-color LED
- Receiver Display: LCD + LEDs
- Battery, Endurance: 2AA, >8 h
- Environment: Installation and touring
Further Technical Specs
Dimensions
42 mm H x 197 mm W x 134 mm D (1.65 x 7.76 x 5.28 in.)
Weight
816 g (1 lb. 13 oz.)
Housing
Galvanized steel
Audio Output Level (ref. +/– 38 kHz deviation with 1 kHz tone)
XLR connector (into 600 Ω load): –13 dBV
1/4 inch connector (into 3000 Ω load): –2 dBV
Output ImpedanceThis describes how resistant an electrical circuit is to the flow of electricity passing through it.Read moreGo to the glossary
XLR connector: 200 Ω
1/4 inch connector: 1kΩ
XLR output
ImpedanceThis describes how resistant an electrical circuit is to the flow of electricity passing through it.Read moreGo to the glossary balanced
Pin 1: Ground
Pin 2: (+)
Pin 3: (-)
SensitivityThis is how mich signal a microphone produces for a given amount of sound.Read moreGo to the glossary
–105 dBm for 12 dB SINAD, typical
Image Rejection
>70 dB, typical
Power Requirements
12–18 Vdc at 150 mA, supplied by external power supply
Operating Range Under Typical Conditions
100m (300 ft.)
Note: Actual range depends on RF signal absorption, reflection, and interference
Audio Frequency ResponseThis is the range of frequencies, from the lowest to the highest, that a mic can pick up.Read moreGo to the glossary (+/– 2 dB)
Minimum: 45 Hz
Maximum: 15 kHz
Note: Overall system frequencyThis is how many times a sound or radio wave oscillates in one second.Read moreGo to the glossary depends on microphone element.
Total Harmonic DistortionTotal Harmonic Distortion is a measure of how much electrical noise a device produces.
Read moreGo to the glossary (ref. +/– 38 kHz deviation, 1 kHz tone)
0.5%, typical
Dynamic RangeThis is the difference between the queitest and loudest sound that a mic can pick up.Read moreGo to the glossary
>100 dB A-weighted
Operating Temperature Range
–18°C (0°F) to +50°C (+122°F)
Note: battery characteristics may limit this range
Transmitter Audio Polarity
Positive pressure on microphone diaphragm (or positive voltage applied
to tip of WA302 phone plug) produces positive voltage on pin 2 (with
respect to pin 3 of low impedanceThis describes how resistant an electrical circuit is to the flow of electricity passing through it.Read moreGo to the glossary output) and the tip of the high
impedanceThis describes how resistant an electrical circuit is to the flow of electricity passing through it.Read moreGo to the glossary 1/4-inch output.
Logic Connections (SLX4L only)
Pin 1: Logic output, Transmitter Mute Status. Mute=low (0 V). Sinks up to 100 mA.
Absolute maximum -0.7 to 5.5V DC
Pin 2: Logic ground
Pin 3: Logic output, Battery Status. Good=low (0 V). Sinks up to 100 mA.
Absolute maximum -0.7 to 5.5V DC