Shure Microflex MX185 Wired Electret Condenser Microphone
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Key Features
- Natural, intelligible voice capture for broadcast, conferencing, security and surveillance applications
- Interchangeable condenser cartridges (cardioid, supercardioid, omni) to tailor pickup and reduce background noise
- High sensitivity and wide frequency response (50 Hz–17 kHz) for clear speech and accurate monitoring
- Compact, low‑profile lavalier design with 4' cable for discreet placement and reliable wired connectivity
- Compatible with Shure wireless bodypack transmitters and XLR hosts for flexible installation and quick deployment
Quick Specifications
- Product Model
- MX185
- Brand Name
- Shure
- Product Line
- MicroFlex
- Product Name
- Microflex MX185 Microphone
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Product information
MX185
Overview
Designed for clear, professional voice reproduction, the Shure Microflex MX185 wired electret condenser lavalier delivers consistent, intelligible audio for broadcast, conferencing, security and surveillance use. As a Microflex series lavalier microphone, the MX185 offers interchangeable condenser cartridges—cardioid, supercardioid or omnidirectional—so you can select the optimal polar pattern to minimize ambient noise and focus on the speaker. With a wide frequency response from 50 Hz to 17 kHz and a sensitivity of -35 dB, the MX185 captures natural-sounding speech and reliable level detail across voice ranges, making it ideal for live presentations, videography, monitoring and remote security feeds.
The low-profile design and 4' cable allow discreet mounting on clothing, while compatibility with Shure wireless bodypack transmitters and XLR-equipped systems provides installation flexibility for AV integrators and broadcast engineers. Environmentally certified and backed by a 2-year limited warranty, the MX185 combines professional audio quality with dependable performance. Add the Shure MX185 to your toolkit for clear, dependable voice capture in pro AV, surveillance, and monitoring deployments—order today to improve on-site audio reliability.
Features
- Natural, intelligible voice capture for broadcast, conferencing, security and surveillance applications
- Interchangeable condenser cartridges (cardioid, supercardioid, omni) to tailor pickup and reduce background noise
- High sensitivity and wide frequency response (50 Hz–17 kHz) for clear speech and accurate monitoring
- Compact, low‑profile lavalier design with 4' cable for discreet placement and reliable wired connectivity
- Compatible with Shure wireless bodypack transmitters and XLR hosts for flexible installation and quick deployment
| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | Shure |
| Manufacturer | Shure, Inc |
| Product Line | MicroFlex |
| Product Name | Microflex MX185 Microphone |
| Product Type | Conferencing |
| Product Model | MX185 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | MX185 |
| Technical Information | |
| Sensitivity | -35dB |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
| Host Interface | XLR |
| Application/Usage | Broadcast, Radio, Television, Videography |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Audio | |
| Maximum Frequency Response | 17 kHz |
| Minimum Frequency Response | 50Hz |
| Microphone | |
| Microphone Type | Electret Condenser |
| Microphone Technology | Electret Condenser |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Width | 0.79" |
| Weight | 0.12oz |
| Form Factor | lavalier |
| Cable Length | 4' |
| Product Information | |
| Length | 0.85" |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 2-Year |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Country of Origin | MX |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Certification | WEEE |
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