Model MX100 Microphones

Specification Sheet
MODEL MX183, MX184, MX185 MICROPHONES

OVERVIEW
Models MX183, MX184, and MX185 are wired lavalier to neckties, lapels, and other articles of clothing. Interchange-
electret condenser microphones designed for speech and able cartridges make it possible to easily reconfigure micro-
vocal pickup, general purpose sound reinforcement, record- phone coverage as the need arises.
ing, and remote monitoring applications. They can be clipped
FEATURES
S Wide dynamic range and frequency response for accurate S Supplied snap-fit foam windscreen that controls breath
sound reproduction across the audio spectrum noise and stays on securely
S Interchangeable cartridges that provide an optimal choice S Balanced, transformerless output for increased immunity to
for each application noise over long cable runs
S Rotatable tie-clip that pivots in 90_ increments for place- S Supplied dual tie clip holds two microphones for dual miking
ment flexibility applications
MODEL VARIATIONS
MX183 (Omnidirectional): Provides low handling noise. recommended. Pickup angle (–3 dB) = 115°.
Pickup angle = 360°. MX185 (Cardioid): Provides good rejection of ambient
MX184 (Supercardioid): Provides high rejection of ambi- noise. Use of windscreen highly recommended. Pickup
ent noise and narrow pickup angle. Use of windscreen highly angle (–3 dB) = 130°.
SPECIFICATIONS
Type Max SPL (1kHz at 1%THD, 1 kΩ load)
Condenser (electret bias) MX183: 116.7 dB
Frequency Response See Figure 2 MX184: 122.7 dB
50 to 17,000 Hz MX185: 124.2 dB
Polar Pattern See Figure 3 Equivalent Output Noise (A-weighted)
MX183: Omnidirectional MX183: 20.5 dB
MX184: 26.5 dB
MX184: Supercardioid
MX185: 28.0 dB
MX185: Cardioid
Signal to Noise Ratio (referenced at 94 dB SPL)
Output Impedance MX183: 73.5 dB
EIA rated at 150 Ω (180 Ω actual) MX184: 67.5 dB
Open Circuit Sensitivity (at 1 kHz, ref. 1V/Pascal*) MX185: 66.0 dB
MX183: –27.5 dB (42.2 mV) Dynamic Range at 1 kΩ load
MX184: –33.5 dB (21.1 mV) 96.2 dB
MX185: –35.0 dB (17.0 mV) Power Requirements
*1 Pascal = 94 dB SPL 11 to 52 Vdc phantom, 2.0 mA
E2002, Shure Incorporated
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Common Mode Rejection REPLACEMENT PARTS
45.0 dB minimum
Polarity Omnidirectional Cartridge R183B
Positive sound pressure on diaphragm produces positive Supercardioid Cartridge R184B
voltage on pin 2 relative to pin 3 of output XLR connector.
Cardioid Cartridge R185B
Environmental Conditions
Operating Temperature Range: -18_ to 57_ C (0_ to 135_ F) Preamp Kit (Phantom) RK183PK
Storage Temperature Range: -29_ to 74_ C Battery/Phantom Powered Preamplifier MX1BP
(–20_ to 165_ F)
Cable Snap-Fit Windscreens (4 per pkg.) RK183WS
Shielded 1.2 meter (4 ft.) cable terminated with a 4-Pin Small Foam Windscreens (4 per pkg.) RK261WS
Female Mini Connector (TA4F)
Tie Clips (2 per pkg.) RK183T1
Dimensions
See Figure 1 Dual Tie Clip RK183T2
CERTIFICATION 4-Pin Female Mini Connector (TA4F) WA330
Eligible to bear CE Marking. Conforms to European EMC Replacement Cable C122
Directive 89/336/EEC. Meets applicable tests and perfor-
mance criteria in European Standard EN55103 (1996)
parts 1 and 2, for residential (E1) and light industrial (E2)
environments.

1.2 m
22 mm (4 ft.)
(0.85 in.)

12 mm
(0.46 in.)

20 mm 19 mm
(0.79 (0.75
in.) in.)

99 mm
(3.89 in.)

DIMENSIONS

FIGURE 1

2
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180o 180o
150o 150o 150o 150o

+10 120o 120o 120o 120o

0 90o 90o 90o 90o

–20 dB
–20 dB
–15 dB –15 dB
60o –10 dB 60o 60o 60o
–10 –10 dB
–5 dB –5 dB
30o 30o 30o 30o
0 0
20 50 100 200 500 1,000 2,000 5,000 10,000 20,000
250 Hz 2500 Hz
Hz 500 Hz 6400 Hz
CARDIOID S CARDIOIDE S KARDIOID 1000 Hz 10000 Hz

CARDIOID S CARDIOIDE S KARDIOID

180o 180o
150o 150o 150o 150o

+10 120o 120o 120o 120o

0 90o 90o 90o 90o

–20 dB –20 dB
–15 dB –15 dB
60o 60o 60o 60o
–10 –10 dB –10 dB

–5 dB –5 dB
30o 30o 30o 30o
0 0
20 50 100 200 500 1,000 2,000 5,000 10,000 20,000
250 Hz 2500 Hz
Hz 500 Hz 6400 Hz
1000 Hz 10000 Hz
SUPERCARDIOID S SUPERCARDIOIDE S SUPERKARDIOID
SUPERCARDIOID S SUPERCARDIOIDE S SUPERKARDIOID
180o 180o
150o 150o 150o 150o

+10 120o 120o 120o 120o

0 90o 90o 90o 90o

–20 dB –20 dB
–15 dB –15 dB
60o 60o 60o 60o
–10 –10 dB –10 dB

–5 dB –5 dB
30o 30o 30o 30o
0 0
20 50 100 200 500 1,000 2,000 5,000 10,000 20,000 250 Hz 2500 Hz
Hz 500 Hz 6400 Hz
1000 Hz 10000 Hz
OMNIDIRECTIONAL S OMNIDIRECTIONNELLE S ALLE
RICHTUNGEN S OMNIDIRECCIONAL S OMNIDIREZIONALE OMNIDIRECTIONAL S OMNIDIRECTIONNELLE S ALLE
RICHTUNGEN S OMNIDIRECCIONAL S OMNIDIREZIONALE
TYPICAL FREQUENCY RESPONSE
COURBE DE RÉPONSE TYPIQUE TYPICAL POLAR PATTERNS
TYPISCHER FREQUENZGANG COURBES DE DIRECTIVITÉ TYPIQUES
RESPUESTA DE FRECUENCIA TIPICA TYPISCHE POLARMUSTER
RISPOSTA IN FREQUENZA TIPICA PATRONES DE CAPTACION POLAR TIPICOS
DIAGRAMMI POLARI TIPICI
FIGURE 2 S ABBILDUNG 1 S FIGURA 1 FIGURE 3 S ABBILDUNG 2 S FIGURA 2