UHF-R Wireless Systems
Premier Wireless Technology.Shure UHF-R® Wireless Microphone Systems master the high pressure and extreme conditions of any large-scale touring or installations environment while delivering uncompromising Shure sound. Rock-solid engineering, the latest technology, and unparalleled RF performance provide sound professionals with all the features and flexibility they need to tightly control up to 108 systems for the most elaborate productions.
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Flagship networkable wireless technology used by professionals all over the world.
RRP: From £ 3098.30
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- System Features
- Receiver
- Bodypacks
- Microphone Options
- Frequency Versions
- Specs
- Downloads
- Software
- UHF-R incorporates automatic frequency selection, transmitter sync and smart menu-driven system functionality for intuitive and fast setup.
- Up to 2400 selectable frequencies across an ultra-wide 60 MHz bandwidth provide superior capability to respond to changing or unpredictable RF conditions.
- UHF-R Wireless features Shure patented Audio Reference Companding for crystal-clear sound beyond the limits of conventional wireless technology.
- UHF-R is available with the premium KSM9 Dual-Diaphragm Wireless Transmitter.
- UR1M Micro-Bodypack Transmitter is also available with UHF-R.
- Get the latest version of the Wireless Workbench software.
RRP: £ 2210.69
Part of the flagship UHF-R series provides single-channel options for premium wireless.
RRP: £ 3443.79
Part of the flagship UHF-R series provides dual-channel options for premium wireless.
RRP: £ 887.61
The robust UR1 Bodypack Transmitter, part of the Flagship UHF-R wireless series is the standard for professional performance
RRP: £ 2075.99
Lightweight and discreet UHF-R Bodypack Transmitter with TA4M or Lemo-3 connector options.
RRP: £ 1877.42
High-Power Bodypack Transmitter for robust signal strength in professional applications
Transmitter
RRP: £ 1109.79
RRP: £ 1210.88
Rugged cardioidPicks up most sound in front of the microphone and some from the sides. It is less susceptible to feedback in high volume environments.
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 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.
RRP: £ 1321.97
Rugged, supercardioidPicks up most sound in front of the microphone and very little from the sides, making it more directional than a cardioid mic. 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 superior rejection for clear reproduction of warm and accurate lead vocals in noisy environments.
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 superior rejection for clear reproduction of warm and accurate lead vocals in noisy environments.
RRP: £ 1210.88
DynamicDynamic mics have a simple, rugged construction and can handle very high sound pressure levels.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, supercardioidPicks up most sound in front of the microphone and very little from the sides, making it more directional than a cardioid mic. Read moreGo to the glossary pattern isolates from other sound sources
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, supercardioidPicks up most sound in front of the microphone and very little from the sides, making it more directional than a cardioid mic. Read moreGo to the glossary pattern isolates from other sound sources
RRP: £ 1433.06
CondenserCondenser microphones are more sensitive, give a smooth, natural sound and need to be powered.Read moreGo to the glossary vocal microphone has supercardioidPicks up most sound in front of the microphone and very little from the sides, making it more directional than a cardioid mic. 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.
Read moreGo to the glossary vocal microphone has supercardioidPicks up most sound in front of the microphone and very little from the sides, making it more directional than a cardioid mic. 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.
RRP: £ 1433.06
RRP: £ 1710.79
Premium vocal condenser microphoneCondenser microphones are more sensitive, give a smooth, natural sound and need to be powered.Read moreGo to the glossary that has a dual diaphragm design and switchable polar patterns"Polar pattern" describes how well the microphone “hears“ sound from different directions.Read moreGo to the glossary.
Read moreGo to the glossary that has a dual diaphragm design and switchable polar patterns"Polar pattern" describes how well the microphone “hears“ sound from different directions.Read moreGo to the glossary.
Headsets – for use with ULX1 bodypack transmitter
RRP: £ 198.63
A lightweight headset condenser microphoneCondenser microphones are more sensitive, give a smooth, natural sound and need to be powered.Read moreGo to the glossary for total freedom on the move
Read moreGo to the glossary for total freedom on the move
RRP: £ 330.77
A headworn electretAn electret microphone is small, and like a condenser, is sensitive and gives a smooth, natural sound.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 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
RRP: £ 409,92
RRP: £ 409.92
For a warm, natural sound - supercardioidPicks up most sound in front of the microphone and very little from the sides, making it more directional than a cardioid mic. Read moreGo to the glossary design
Read moreGo to the glossary design
RRP: £ 531.82
RRP: £ 531.82
Lavaliers – for use with ULX1 bodypack transmitter
Premium omnidirectionalEqually sensitive to sound from all directions, but cannot be "aimed" to isolate one area.Read moreGo to the glossary lavalier microphone
Read moreGo to the glossary lavalier microphone
Premium supercardioidPicks up most sound in front of the microphone and very little from the sides, making it more directional than a cardioid mic. Read moreGo to the glossary lavalier microphone
Read moreGo to the glossary lavalier microphone
Premium cardioidPicks up most sound in front of the microphone and some from the sides. It is less susceptible to feedback in high volume environments.Read moreGo to the glossary lavalier microphone
Read moreGo to the glossary lavalier microphone
Subminiature cardioidPicks up most sound in front of the microphone and some from the sides. It is less susceptible to feedback in high volume environments.Read moreGo to the glossary lavalier mic provides low visibility with professional audio quality
Read moreGo to the glossary lavalier mic provides low visibility with professional audio quality
RRP: £ 443.18
Instrument Options
Condenser microphoneCondenser microphones are more sensitive, give a smooth, natural sound and need to be powered.Read moreGo to the glossary for brass or percussion instruments, flexible integrated gooseneck with clip-on clamp for precise positioning
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 | Â Transmitter power (mW) | |
| Handheld | Bodypack | ||
| G1 | 470-530 MHz | 10 / 50 | 10 / 100 |
| H4E | 518-578 MHz | 10 / 50 | 10 / 50 |
| H4 | 518-578 MHz | 10 / 50 | 10 / 100 |
| J5E | 578-638 | 10 / 50 | 10 / 50 |
| J5 | 578-608 & 614-638 | 10 / 50 | 10 / 100 |
| K4E* | 606-666 MHz | 10 / 50 | 10 / 50 |
| L3E | 638-698 MHz | 10 / 50 | 10 / 50 |
| L3 | 638-698 MHz | 10 / 50 | 10 / 100 |
| M5E | 694-758 MHz | 10 / 50 | 10 / 50 |
| Q5 | 740-814 MHz | 10 / 50 | 10 / 50 |
| R9* | 790-865 MHz | 10 / 50 | 10 / 50 |
| Q6 | 740-752 MHz | 10 | 10 |
| A24 | 779-788 & 797-806 MHz | 10 | 10 |
| JBX | 806-810 MHz | 10 | 10 |
| Q10 | 740-798 MHz | 10 / 50 | 10 / 50 |
| X1 | 944-952 MHz | 10 / 50 | 10 / 100 |
* 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): 47
- Selectable frequencies: 3000
- Auto Setup Features: Scan/Group Scan/Sync
- Audio Reference Companding: Yes
- Included Antennas: Remoteable 1/2-wave
- Antenna Options: Yes
- Receiver Network Ability: Integrated
- PC Control: Yes
- Rack Hardware: Integrated
- Case: Transmitter Case
- Transmitter Display: Backlit multi-function LCD
- Receiver Display: Multi-function LCD + LEDs
- Battery, Endurance: Depending on transmitter and RF-power settings
- Environment: Large scale professional performance
Further Technical Specs
- RF Carrier FrequencyThis is how many times a sound or radio wave oscillates in one second.Read moreGo to the glossary Range: 470-952 MHz, depending on region
- Working Range: UR1, UR2, UR1M: 150 m (500 ft.), under typical conditions, 500 m (1600 ft) line-of-sight, outdoors for a single system
- NOTE: Actual working 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: 40 – 18,000 Hz,(+1 dB, –3 dB).
- NOTE: Overall system frequency responseThis is the range of frequencies, from the lowest to the highest, that a mic can pick up.Read moreGo to the glossary depends on the microphone element
- Gain Adjustment Range
- UR1, UR1M: –20 to +35 dB
- UR2: –10 to +20 dB
- Modulation: FM (45 kHz max. deviation), compander system with pre- and de-emphasis
- RF Power Output
- See table above.
- Dynamic RangeThis is the difference between the queitest and loudest sound that a mic can pick up.Read moreGo to the glossary: >105 dB, A-weighted
- Image Rejection: >110 dB typical
- RF SensitivityThis is how mich signal a microphone produces for a given amount of sound.Read moreGo to the glossary
- UR4S
- –110 dBm Typical: 12 dB SINAD
- –105 dBm Typical: 30 dB SINAD
- UR4D
- –107 dBm Typical: 12 dB SINAD
- –102 dBm Typical: 30 dB SINAD
- UR4S
- Spurious Rejection: >90 dB typical
- Ultimate Quieting (ref. 45 kHz deviation): >100 dB, A-weighted
- Signal Polarity: Positive pressure on microphone diaphragm (or positive voltage applied to tip of WA302 phone plug) produces positive voltage on XLR output pin 2 with respect to XLR pin 3 and on the tip of the 1/4-inch output jack.
- System Distortion (ref. ± 45 kHz deviation, 1 kHz modulation): <0.3% Total Harmonic DistortionTotal Harmonic Distortion is a measure of how much electrical noise a device produces.
Read moreGo to the glossary typical
- Power Requirements
- UR1, UR2: Two 1.5V AA batteries
- UR1M: Two 1.5V AAA alkaline, lithium primary, and NiMH batteries
- UR4: 100 to 240 Vac, 50/60 Hz
- Current Drain
- UR1, UR2: 180 mA max. (normal RF power setting)
- 240 mA max. (high RF power setting)
- UR1M: 130 mA max. at 3V (normal RF power setting)
- 200 mA max. at 3V (high RF power setting)
- UR4D, UR4S: 0.8 Amps max.
- Battery Life (Typical): UR2: 9.5 hours (low power), 6 hours (high power)
- Operating Temperature Range: –18° to +57° C (0° to +135° F)
- NOTE: Battery characteristics may limit this range
- NOTE: Electrical safety approval is based on a maximum ambient temperature of 35°C (95°F).
- Overall Dimensions
- UR1: 98 mm L x 60 mm W x 17 mm D (3.84 x 2.38 x 0.66 in.)
- UR1M: 49 mm L x 60 mm W x 17 mm D (1.9 x 2.38 x 0.66 in.)
- UR2/SM58: 261 mm L x 51 mm Dia. (10.27 x 2 in.)
- UR2/SM86: 261 mm L x 51 mm Dia. (10.27 x 2 in.)
- UR2/SM87A: 254 mm x 51 mm Dia. (10 x 2 in.)
- UR2/BETA 58: 258 mm L x 51 mm Dia. (10.15 x 2 in.)
- UR2/BETA 87A, UR2/BETA 87C: 254 mm x 51 mm Dia. (10 x 2 in.)
- UR2/KSM9/BK, UR2/KSM9/SL: 250 mm x 49 mm Dia. (9 7/8 x 15/16 in.)
- UR4S/UR4D: 44 mm H x 483 mm W x 366 mm D (1.72 x 19.00 x 14.39 in.)
- Net Weight
- UR1: 97 g (3.4 oz.) without battery
- UR1M: 62 g (2.2 oz.) without batteries
- UR2/SM58: 356 g (12.6 oz.) without battery
- UR2/BETA 58: 314 g (11.1oz.) without battery
- UR2/SM86: 317 g (11.2 oz.) without battery
- UR2/SM87A: 298 g (10.5 oz.) without battery
- UR2/BETA 87A, U2/BETA 87C: 325 g (11.5 oz) without battery
- UR2/KSM9/BK, UR2/KSM9/SL: 410 g (14.4 oz.) without battery
- UR4S: 4.8 kg (10.6 lbs)
- UR4D: 5.0 kg (11.0 lbs)
- Housing:
- UR1, UR1M: Cast magnesium
- UR2: Aluminum die-cast handle and aluminum machined battery cup
- UR4S, UR4D: Galvanized steel
Wireless Workbench: Scan. Plan. Command
Downloads:
- Workbench 5.0.3 for Windows: ZIP-File (18.415 kB)
- Workbench 5.0.3 for Mac OS X: ZIP-File (44.553 kB)
- Wireless Workbench 5.0.3 Relase Notes: txt-File
Minimum Computer Requirements:
- Mac OS X (10.3 and up), Windows Vista, 2000, XP (Home, Professional or Media Center) and XP Tablet PC 2005
- 750 MHz processor
- 40 MB hard drive space
- 256 MB RAM
IMPORTANT NOTE:
After installation, please run WWB and select "Check for Updates" from the Help menu to download the latest frequency databases.