Shure WL185m Low-Profile Cardioid Lavalier Microphone with TA4F Connector Black (B-STOCK)

Low-Profile Cardioid Lavalier Microphone for Broadcast, Interviews, and Presentations

The Shure WL185m is a professional low-profile cardioid lavalier microphone designed for interview, presentation, broadcast, journalism, and film or video applications. Its discreet black design is 8 mm shorter than previous models, providing a reduced visual profile for presenters, performers, and on-camera talent while capturing clear speech and vocals.

The WL185m uses an electret condenser capsule with a cardioid polar pattern that focuses sound pickup on the person wearing the microphone while capturing less sound from surrounding sources. It provides a 70 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response, 120.5 dB dynamic range, 20 dB SPL equivalent noise level, and a maximum SPL of 140.5 dB at 1% THD.

A 4-foot cable terminates in a TA4F connector for use with compatible Shure wireless bodypack transmitters equipped with a TA4M connection. The microphone is optimized for a 5 VDC plug-in power source and can also work with third-party wireless transmitters designed to provide 5 VDC through a TA4M connector.

A snap-fit windscreen and adjustable lapel clip with 90-degree rotation support practical microphone positioning. A zippered carrying pouch is also included for storage and transport.

Key Features

• Low-profile cardioid lavalier microphone for professional speech and vocal capture
• 8 mm shorter than previous models for a more discreet appearance
• 70 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response tailored for accurate speech reproduction
• 120.5 dB dynamic range and maximum SPL of 140.5 dB at 1% THD
• 4-foot cable with TA4F 4-pin female connector
• Includes snap-fit windscreen, rotatable lapel clip, and zippered carrying pouch

Professional Applications

• Broadcast and journalism
• Professional interviews
• Presentations and spoken-word applications
• Film and video production
• Wireless bodypack microphone systems

System Integration

The Shure WL185m integrates with compatible Shure wireless bodypack transmitters equipped with a TA4M connector. Supported Shure transmitter models listed for the microphone include AD1, ADX1, AXT100, BLX1, GLXD1, MXW1, PGXD1, QLXD1, SLX1, SLXD1, ULX1, and ULXD1. Its TA4F connector and 5 VDC operating requirement also support compatible third-party wireless transmitters designed to provide the required power through a TA4M connection.

Broadcast Workflow Benefits

The WL185m provides professional production teams with a discreet microphone option for on-camera and live presentation workflows. Its cardioid polar pattern helps reduce pickup from surrounding sources and can help reduce feedback from sound reinforcement equipment, while the extended dynamic range and low self-noise provide additional headroom for interviews, speech, and dialogue.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the polar pattern of the Shure WL185m?

The WL185m uses a cardioid polar pattern that focuses sound capture on the person wearing the microphone while reducing pickup from surrounding sound sources.

What connector does the Shure WL185m use?

The microphone uses a TA4F 4-pin female connector for connection to compatible wireless bodypack transmitters with a TA4M input.

What is the frequency response of the WL185m?

The Shure WL185m has a frequency response of 70 Hz to 20 kHz.

Which Shure wireless transmitters are compatible with the WL185m?

Compatible Shure transmitters listed for the WL185m include AD1, ADX1, AXT100, BLX1, GLXD1, MXW1, PGXD1, QLXD1, SLX1, SLXD1, ULX1, and ULXD1.

What accessories are included with the Shure WL185m?

The microphone includes a snap-fit windscreen, rotatable lapel clip, and zippered carrying pouch.

Related Equipment and Workflow Compatibility

The Shure WL185m is designed for compatible wireless bodypack transmitters using a TA4M connection. Its TA4F connector supports integration with multiple Shure wireless transmitter families, including Axient, BLX, GLX-D, Microflex Wireless, PGX-D, QLX-D, SLX, SLX-D, ULX, and ULX-D transmitter models specifically listed for compatibility.

The microphone can also work with third-party wireless transmitters that provide 5 VDC through a TA4M connector, supporting additional professional wireless audio workflows where the required connector and power specifications are available.

Why Professionals Use This Type of Product

• Provides discreet microphone placement for presenters and on-camera talent
• Uses a cardioid pattern to reduce pickup from surrounding sound sources
• Offers high dynamic range and low self-noise for clear speech and dialogue
• Connects directly to compatible wireless bodypack transmitters through TA4F
• Includes practical mounting, wind protection, and storage accessories

Additional Compatibility Information

The Shure WL185m cardioid lavalier microphone is designed for professional broadcast, journalism, interview, presentation, film, video, and wireless microphone applications. Its low-profile aluminum alloy housing, TA4F connector, 4-foot cable, 70 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response, and compatibility with supported Shure wireless bodypack transmitters make it a professional lavalier microphone for speech, vocals, and dialogue capture.