Shure TwinPlex omnidirectional lavalier microphones have been designed for ‘top-tier audio professionals’ in the theatre, broadcast TV, Film and AV sectors. These condenser microphones can be concealed within clothing, costume, wig, or onto the skin using the accessories available. The cable is ‘immune to memory effects and kinks’, and is also paintable.
TwinPlex are available in a variety of colours and with various terminations including LEMO, TA4F, MicroDot, XLR, or bare wire. TL47 and TL48 models are available with or without the additional accessory pack.
With a low sensitivity of -45dBv (5.62mV) is coupled with a high maximum SPL of 142dB and a dynamic range of 117.5dB the Shure TL45 models have been designed with theatre users in mind. The pre-polarised condenser capsule is housed in a moulded ABS housing giving a diameter of 5.6mm. The dual-diaphragm design increases the surface area, which in turn gives ‘robust low frequency response’ and a natural response for voice pickup. The included and interchangeable frequency caps are moisture and sweat-resistant thanks to their ‘superhydrophobic nanoscopic’ coating. The 1.67m (length), 1.1mm (diameter) cable has a single, medical-grade, spiralling conductor which aids flexibility and durability.
Included accessories: 3x Flat response frequency caps, 2x Presence response frequency caps.
Optional accessories: RPM400TQG TQG to 3-pin XLR preamp adapter, RPM400LEMO Lemo3 to 3-pin XLR preamp adapter.
Frequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz. Sensitivity: -45 dBV, 1kHz. Signal to noise: 69.5dB. Output clipping level: 3dBV, 1kHz, 1% THD typical. Self noise: 24.5dB SPL-A. Maximum SPL: 142dB SPL, 1kHz at 1% THD typical. Dynamic range: 117.5dB. Current draw: 120 - 240 microamps, typical. Bias voltage: 5 VDC. Dimensions (L x Diameter): 1670 x 1.1mm, cable; 13.5 x 5.6mm, mic. Weight: 12g.
This microphone has the same physical properties as the TL45, however it has been designed for medium SPL applications such as theatre, film, broadcast and TV where 8-10dB higher outputs are preferred. It also has a slighter thicker cable at 1.6mm however this cable retains the paintable properties. The cable also has a dual redundant ground which serves as a secondary shield, and in turn increases longevity.
Included accessories: 3x Flat response frequency caps, 2x Presence response frequency caps.
Optional accessories: RPM400TQG TQG to 3-pin XLR preamp adapter, RPM400LEMO Lemo3 to 3-pin XLR preamp adapter.
Frequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz. Sensitivity: -37 dBV, 1kHz. Signal to noise: 70dB. Output clipping level: 3dBV, 1kHz, 1% THD typical. Self noise: 24.0dB SPL-A. Maximum SPL: 134dB SPL, 1kHz at 1% THD typical. Dynamic range: 110.0dB. Current draw: 120 - 240 microamps, typical. Bias voltage: 5 VDC. Dimensions (L x Diameter): 1670 x 1.6mm, cable; 13.5 x 5.6mm, mic. Weight: 12g.
TL47
Available with or without the accessory pack, the TL47 lapel microphones offer the same physical properties as the TL46 with the main difference being the difference in sensitivity. TL47 models have a low sensitivity of -45dBV. Along with the low sensitivity and various termination options including LEMO, TA4F, MicroDot, XLR and bare wire, TL47 lapel microphones have a 1.67m cable with dual redundant ground which serves as a secondary shield, and in turn increases longevity.
Included accessories: 3x Flat response frequency caps, and 2x Presence response frequency caps.
Optional accessories: RPM400TQG TQG to 3-pin XLR preamp adapter, RPM400LEMO Lemo3 to 3-pin XLR preamp adapter.
In addition to the standard included accessories, models with accessory pack also include 1x Single tie clip, 1x Dual tie clip, 5x Standoff for tie clip, 1x Vampire mount, 2x Foam windscreen, 1x Clear sticky mount, 10x Sticky mount adhesives, 1x Storage case.
Frequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz. Sensitivity: -45 dBV, 1kHz. Signal to noise: 69.5dB. Output clipping level: 3dBV, 1kHz, 1% THD typical. Self noise: 24.5dB SPL-A. Maximum SPL: 142dB SPL, 1kHz at 1% THD typical. Dynamic range: 117.5dB. Current draw: 120 - 240 microamps, typical. Bias voltage: 5 VDC. Dimensions (L x Diameter): 1670 x 1.6mm, cable; 13.5 x 5.6mm, mic. Weight: 12g.
Shure TL48 TwinPlex lavalier microphones give a ‘tailored response’ with a 6dB boost between 6kHz and 8kHz to give better capture for speech and dialogue applications in TV and film production. The low sensitivity of -45dBV and maximum SPL of 142dB, as well as off-axis consistency ensure ‘accurate reproduction’ is achieved. TL48 has a fixed frequency cap which offers internal hydrophobic woven linen to resist sweat and moisture. The paintable 1.6mm diameter, 1.67m cable has a dual redundant ground which serves as a secondary shield. This second shield along with the non-memory effect and non-kink properties provide longevity.
Included accessories: 1x Single tie clip, 1x Dual tie clip, 5x Standoff for tie clip, 1x Vampire mount, 2x Foam windscreen, 1x Clear sticky mount, 10x Sticky mount adhesives, 1x Storage case.
Optional accessories: RPM400TQG TQG to 3-pin XLR preamp adapter, RPM400LEMO Lemo3 to 3-pin XLR preamp adapter.
Frequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz. Sensitivity: -45 dBV, 1kHz. Signal to noise: 69.5dB. Output clipping level: 3dBV, 1kHz, 1% THD typical. Self noise: 24.5dB SPL-A. Maximum SPL: 142dB SPL, 1kHz at 1% THD typical. Dynamic range: 117.5dB. Current draw: 120 - 240 microamps, typical. Bias voltage: 5 VDC. Dimensions (L x Diameter): 1670 x 1.6mm, cable with MTQG/LEMO/MDOT; 2430mm x 1.6mm, cable with XLR/NC bare wire; 19 x 5.3mm, mic. Weight: 12g.