Shure AD2/K8B Handheld Wireless Mic Transmitter with KSM8 Capsule, Black

The Shure AD2/KSM8B is a Shure AD2 wireless handheld transmitter with a KSM8 capsule. It's part of Shure's Axient® Digital series.

Axient Digital employs the most innovative wireless audio technology in the world, and was engineered by Shure from the ground up for professional productions that require top-quality execution. Delivering an unprecedented level of signal stability and audio clarity plus flexible hardware options, advanced connectivity, and comprehensive control, it's a wireless system made to meet the challenges of today—and tomorrow.

AD series handheld and bodypack transmitters bring professional-quality wireless digital audio within reach, with breakthrough RF performance and wide tuning up to 184 MHz.

Shure's KSM8 mic capsule features a Dualdyne™ design that delivers the quality sound demanded by elite performers and venues. It has a patented cartridge design with 2 ultra-thin diaphragms and groundbreaking reverse airflow technology.

Features

• Works with Axient® Digital Wireless Systems
• Features the KSM8 cartridge
• Offers more than 11 hours of continuous battery life with Shure lithium-ion rechargeable batteries or 8 hours with AA batteries at 10 mW
• Includes AD2/KSM8, microphone clip, zipper bag, 2 AA batteries, and user guide
• Two transmission modes: Standard for optimal coverage and new High Density for maximum system channel count and robust coverage
• Rugged metal construction in black or nickel finish
• Backlit LCD with easy-to-navigate menu and controls
• Low-profile, lockable power switch
• Encryption-enabled, secure transmission
• AA or SB900B lithium-ion rechargeable batteries for convenient power options
• External contacts for docked charging

Specifications

• AD2 Handheld Transmitter
  • Mic Offset Range: -12 to 21 dB (In 1 dB steps)
  • Battery Type: Shure SB900B Rechargeable Li-Ion or LR6 AA batteries 1.5 V
  • Battery Runtime @ 10 mW
    • Shure SB900B: up to 8:30 hours
    • alkaline: up to 8 hours
  • Dimensions (L x Dia.): 256 mm x 51 mm (10.1 in. x 2.0 in.)
  • Weight: 340 g (12.0 oz.), Without Battery
  • Housing: Cast Aluminum
  • Operating Temperature Range: -18°C (0°F) to 50°C (122°F) (battery characteristics may limit this range)
  • Storage Temperature Range: -29°C (-20°F) to 74°C (165°F) (battery characteristics may limit this range)
  • Audio Input
    • Configuration: Unbalanced
    • Maximum Input Level, 1 kHz at 1% THD: 145 dB SPL (SM58), typical (dependent on microphone type)
  • RF Output
    • Antenna Type: Integrated Single Band Helical
    • Occupied Bandwidth:
  • Channel-to-Channel Spacing (varies by region)
    • Standard Mode: 350 kHz
    • High Density Mode: 125 kHz
  • Modulation Type: Shure Axient Digital Proprietary
  • Power: 2 mW, 10 mW, 35 mW