THOR AV Headset Microphones — HAMMER SE-9, SE-11 & SHADOW SH20 | AVE
THOR AV Headset Microphones — Available at AVE
Head-worn mics built for the spotlight.
The THOR AV HAMMER SE and SHADOW SH20 headset microphones deliver clear, natural sound for worship leaders, presenters, performers, and corporate speakers — discreet, lightweight, and built to perform every service.
The Lineup
Three models, one trusted brand
THOR AV makes three headset mic options available at AVE. All three are built for live environments — they differ in boom length, fit style, and capsule design.
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HAMMER SE-9
Single-ear omnidirectional condenser headset with a 90mm (3.5") boom. Tuned for clear articulation of both male and female voices, with a lightweight flexible arm and detachable cable.
Omnidirectional condenser capsule
2 grams without cable
90mm (3.5") boom arm
Single-ear with dual-ear adapter included
Available in Black, Brown, and Tan
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HAMMER SE-11
The longer-boom sibling of the SE-9, with a 115mm (4.5") arm for presenters who need a greater reach from the ear to the corner of the mouth. Same capsule, same weight, more reach.
Omnidirectional condenser capsule
2 grams without cable
115mm (4.5") boom arm
Single-ear with dual-ear adapter included
Available in Black, Brown, and Tan
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SHADOW SH20
THOR AV's newest headset mic, engineered for presenters who demand crystal-clear sound without compromise. Features a 3mm subminiature capsule, ReEx™ retractable/extendable boom, and SwivelFit™ left-or-right-ear design.
3mm subminiature omnidirectional capsule
ReEx™ retractable boom — 95mm to 117mm
SwivelFit™ — left or right ear
5 grams without cable
Paintable with alcohol markers
What Makes THOR AV Different
Built by integrators, for real environments
THOR AV was founded by AV professionals with 20+ years of hands-on installation experience. These mics reflect what actually matters in live sound — not just spec sheets.
Omnidirectional Capsules
Both the HAMMER and SHADOW use omni polar patterns — natural sound pickup with high gain before feedback, ideal for dynamic live environments.
Presenter-First Design
Every dimension — capsule housing, boom diameter, cable thickness, weight — is optimized to stay invisible on camera and comfortable across a full service or show.
Detachable, Replaceable Cables
Cables take the abuse. THOR AV built both models with detachable cables so a worn connector means a cable swap — not a new mic.
Broad Connector Compatibility
Available with TA4F, 3.5mm, XLR3, Hirose4, MicroDot, and LEMO connectors — compatible with Shure, Sennheiser, Audio-Technica, Line 6, MIPRO, and more.
Skin-Tone Color Options
Black, Brown, and Tan options on both models. The SHADOW SH20 can also be painted with alcohol markers for an exact skin-tone match.
Made in Minnesota
THOR AV is based in Minneapolis, MN — the same market AVE serves. Their products are designed and supported by a team that understands the real-world needs of local AV integrators.
Who It's For
Made for your environment
THOR AV headset mics perform equally well across worship, theater, and corporate environments — wherever a speaker needs to move freely and sound great.
Houses of Worship
High gain before feedback, discreet appearance, and skin-tone color options make both models ideal for weekly services with volunteer-managed sound.
Pastors and worship leaders
Guest speakers and special events
Livestream and broadcast environments
Theater & Stage
Articulate, discreet, and secure under show pressure. Both models stay in place through movement and deliver every syllable clearly to the audience.
Musical theater productions
Performing arts programs
Live event and touring productions
Conference & Corporate
Clean speech reinforcement for boardrooms, training rooms, conferences, and hybrid meetings where presenters need hands-free freedom.
Executive presentations
Training and conference spaces
Panel discussions and town halls
Model Comparison
SE-9 vs. SE-11 vs. SHADOW SH20
Not sure which model fits your situation? Here's how all three stack up side by side.
| Feature | HAMMER SE-9 | HAMMER SE-11 | SHADOW SH20 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capsule size | 4mm x 8.75mm | 4mm x 8.75mm | 3mm OD x 7mm |
| Polar pattern | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz | 20 Hz – 20 kHz | 40 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Max SPL | 115 dB SPL Peak | 115 dB SPL Peak | 130.5 dB SPL Peak |
| Weight (without cable) | 2 grams | 2 grams | 5 grams |
| Boom length | 90mm (3.5") | 115mm (4.5") | 95mm – 117mm (retractable) |
| Ear style | Single ear + dual-ear adapter | Single ear + dual-ear adapter | Reversible dual ear — left or right |
| Colors | Black, Brown, Tan | Black, Brown, Tan | Tan, Brown, Black (paintable) |
| Shop | Shop SE-9 → | Shop SE-11 → | Shop SH20 → |
Technical Specifications
Full spec details
HAMMER SE-9
| Pattern | Omnidirectional |
| Sensitivity | –47 dB re 1 V/Pa (4.5 mV/Pa) |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Max SPL | 115 dB SPL Peak |
| Output Impedance | 1,000 Ω |
| Weight | 2 grams (without cable) |
| Boom Length | 90mm (3.5") |
| Boom Diameter | 1mm |
| Capsule Housing | 4mm x 8.75mm |
| Cable | 1.3mm x 1.2M |
| Colors | Black, Brown, Tan |
| Connectors | TA4F, 3.5mm, XLR3, Hirose4, MIPRO |
HAMMER SE-11
| Pattern | Omnidirectional |
| Sensitivity | –47 dB re 1 V/Pa (4.5 mV/Pa) |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Max SPL | 115 dB SPL Peak |
| Output Impedance | 1,000 Ω |
| Weight | 2 grams (without cable) |
| Boom Length | 115mm (4.5") |
| Boom Diameter | 1mm |
| Capsule Housing | 4mm x 8.75mm |
| Cable | 1.3mm x 1.2M |
| Colors | Black, Brown, Tan |
| Connectors | TA4F, 3.5mm, XLR3, Hirose4, MIPRO |
SHADOW SH20
| Pattern | Omnidirectional |
| Sensitivity | –45 dB ± 3 dB (0 dB = 1V/Pa @ 1 kHz) |
| Frequency Response | 40 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Max SPL | 130.5 dB SPL Peak |
| Output Impedance | 2,000 Ω |
| Equivalent Noise | 32–34 dB (A-Weighted) |
| Weight | 5 grams (without cable) |
| Boom Length | 95mm – 117mm (retractable) |
| Boom Diameter | 0.7mm |
| Capsule Housing | 3mm OD x 7mm |
| Cable | 1.4mm |
| Colors | Tan, Brown, Black |
| Connectors | TA4F, 3.5mm, MicroDot–TA4F, MicroDot–3.5mm, MicroDot–LEMO |
Why Buy from AVE
More than a box shipper
AVE is a THOR AV dealer based in Brooklyn Park, MN — the same region THOR AV calls home. We help you choose the right mic, right connector, and right color for your system before you order.
Connector guidance before you buy
TA4F, 3.5mm, Hirose, MicroDot, LEMO — we'll confirm the right connector for your specific wireless transmitter so you don't order the wrong one.
HAMMER SE-9 vs. SE-11 guidance
The difference is boom length. We can help you decide which reach works best based on your presenter's face geometry and mic placement preferences.
HAMMER vs. SHADOW comparison
Both are great mics — the right choice depends on your presenter's preferences, the wireless system you're running, and how much SPL headroom you need.
Free shipping on most orders
Fast, reliable delivery with no minimum spend required on most THOR AV headset microphone orders.
AVE Member pricing available
Eligible AVE members get additional savings on THOR AV products and hundreds of other audio, video, and lighting products in the catalog.
Not sure which THOR AV headset mic is right for your wireless system?
Tell us what transmitter you're running, how your presenter typically wears a headset, and what color you need — we'll make sure you get the right mic and the right connector the first time.
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