MC51 Subminiature Lavalier

 

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The Shure MC51 is a cardioidPicks up most sound in front of the microphone and some from the sides. It is less susceptible to feedback in high volume environments.Read moreGo to the glossary subminiature, electretAn electret microphone is small, and like a condenser, is sensitive and gives a smooth, natural sound.Read moreGo to the glossary condenserCondenser microphones are more sensitive, give a smooth, natural sound and need to be powered.Read moreGo to the glossary lavalier microphone providing uncompromised sound quality and high reliability with minimal visability in sound reinforcement applications.

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Best suited to:
Speech

Also great for:
Vocals

Condenser
Cardioid
RRP: £ 511.98
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  • Features
  • Specs
  • Downloads
  • In the box

Description:

What is the MC51 best suited to?

The Shure MC51 cardioidPicks up most sound in front of the microphone and some from the sides. It is less susceptible to feedback in high volume environments.Read moreGo to the glossary subminiature lavalier mic is ideal for speech applications such as theatre performance and television broadcasting where microphone discreteness is required.

How does it sound?

Despite its small size, the microphone's condenserCondenser microphones are more sensitive, give a smooth, natural sound and need to be powered.Read moreGo to the glossary element provides full, clear and natural reproduction of speech. The cardioidPicks up most sound in front of the microphone and some from the sides. It is less susceptible to feedback in high volume environments.Read moreGo to the glossary polar patternPolar pattern describes how well the microphone hears sound from different directions.Read moreGo to the glossary helps to isolate the microphone from other sound sources.

Want to go wireless?

The MC51 is designed for wired use and includes an in-line preamplifier and a 1.5m cable with TA4F connector. If you wish to go wireless, choose the WL51 which is the same microphone but without the pre-amplifier and connects directly into any shure wireless bodypack.

Features:

  • Low visibility with a variety of options for mounting
  • Low handling noise
  • Legendary Shure quality, ruggedness, and reliability
  • Includes In-line preamplifier and 5-foot (1.5m) cable with TA4F connector
  • All models include magnet mount, lapel clip, dual tie clip, pin mount, and two foam windscreens

Specs:

  • Transducer TypeA transducer converts sound into an electrical signal. The two most common types are dynamic and condenser. Read moreGo to the glossary : CondenserCondenser microphones are more sensitive, give a smooth, natural sound and need to be powered.Read moreGo to the glossary
  • Polar PatternPolar pattern describes how well the microphone hears sound from different directions.Read moreGo to the glossary: CardioidPicks up most sound in front of the microphone and some from the sides. It is less susceptible to feedback in high volume environments.Read moreGo to the glossary
  • Frequency ResponseThis is the range of frequencies, from the lowest to the highest, that a mic can pick up.Read moreGo to the glossary: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
  • SensitivityThis is how mich signal a microphone produces for a given amount of sound.Read moreGo to the glossary (1 kHz): -46 dBV/Pa
  • Equivalent Selfnoise:

     35 dB(A)

  • Weight: 21 g
  • FrequencyThis is how many times a sound or radio wave oscillates in one second.Read moreGo to the glossary Repsonse Curve:

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In the box:

  • Foam Windscreen (2 pcs.)
  • Mild Boost Equalization Cap (2 pcs.)
  • High Boost Equalization Cap (2 pcs.)
  • Swiveling Lapel Clip
  • Dual Tie Clip
  • Preamplifier with hardware, only MC50 (Part.-No. RPM626)
  • Magnet Mount 
  • Pin Mount 

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