WCM16 Hypercardioid Condenser Headset Microphone with TQG Conn

Shure WCM16 Hypercardioid Condenser Headset Microphone with TQG Conn - Main Image

Price:: RRP: £384.00 inc VAT
Code:: SHUWCM16
Manufacturer Code:: WCM16
Brand:: Shure

Main Features

Extra lightweight, adjustable headband stays secure and virtually disappears while being worn
Response comparable to finest conventional vocal microphones
Hypercardioid polar pattern provides maximum isolation from vocalist's own instrument and those of other performers
Uniform polar pattern at all frequencies for maximum gain before feedback
High input clipping level eliminates overload distortion
Cable terminates as 4-pin mini connector

The Shure Model WCM16 head-worn electret condenser microphone is intended for wireless use by performers, lecturers, and others who require the highest quality voice pickup with maximum mobility. Its wide frequency response, low RF susceptibility and reliable operation at temperature and humidity extremes make the WCM16 suitable for virtually any vocal application. When used with the Shure Body-Pack Transmitters, the performance of the WCM16 closely resembles the finest conventional vocal microphones.

Miniaturized active circuitry included in the cartridge assembly provides equalization that tailors the low-frequency response to resemble the warm proximity effect of larger vocal microphones. Because of this low-end response, it is not necessary to position the microphone directly in front of the mouth, thus avoiding much popping and breath noise, even without the supplied foam pop screen.

The microphone's hypercardioid unidirectional pickup pattern provides maximum isolation from ambient noise and from adjacent sound sources such as musical instruments, loudspeakers and other performers. This permits higher gain-before-feedback without loss or masking of vocals.

Product Features

Extra lightweight, adjustable headband stays secure and virtually disappears while being worn
Response comparable to finest conventional vocal microphones
Hypercardioid polar pattern provides maximum isolation from vocalist's own instrument and those of other performers
Uniform polar pattern at all frequencies for maximum gain before feedback
High input clipping level eliminates overload distortion
Cable terminates as 4-pin mini connector
Supplied acoustic foam pop screen
Reliable at temperature and humidity extremes

Product Specifications

Type: Condenser (electret bias)
Frequency Response: 50 to 18,000 Hz
Polar Pattern: Hypercardioid, uniform with frequency
Output Level (close-talked at 1,000 Hz): Open Circuit Voltage -55.0 dBV (1.8 mV at 0.6 m) 1 Pascal=94 dB SPL
Maximum Sound Pressure Level: 150 dB at 1%THD
Dynamic Range: 121 dB
Output Noise: 29 dB equivalent SPL, A-weighted
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 65 dB at 94 dB SPL
Polarity
- Microphone: Positive sound pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pins 3 and 4 with respect to pin 1 (ground) of microphone output connector
- Receiver--1/4 in. Output: Positive sound pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on tip of receiver 1/4" output connector
- Receiver--XLR Output: Positive sound pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3 of the XLR output connector
Current Drain: 0.35 mA
Recommended Operating Voltage: +5 V DC (positive on pin 2, negative on pin 1)
Environmental Conditions:
- Operating Temperature: -18° to 60° C (0° to 140° F)
- Storage Temperature: -29° to 66° C (-20° to 150° F)
- Relative Humidity: 0 to 95%
Cable: 1.5m (5 ft), small-diameter, shielded, with 4-pin mini connector
Case Finish (Microphone/Headband): Matte black enamel
Net Weight: 36 g (1.27 oz.)