MX150 Subminiature Lavalier Microphone

 

Find stores in my area:


Show Online Shops

The Shure Microflex® MX150 is a professional 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 for use in speech and other applications requiring low-profile, discreet placement.

Where to buy
Share:

Best suited to:
Speech

Also great for:
Vocals

Condenser
Omnidirectional
Cardioid
Add to comparison Go to comparison
  • Description
  • Features
  • Specs
  • Downloads

Available Models:

MX150B/O-TQG Microflex Subminiature CondenserCondenser microphones are more sensitive, give a smooth, natural sound and need to be powered.Read moreGo to the glossary Lavalier Microphone, OmnidirectionalEqually sensitive to sound from all directions, but cannot be "aimed" to isolate one area.Read moreGo to the glossary, TQG Connector
MX150B/C-TQG Microflex Subminiature CondenserCondenser microphones are more sensitive, give a smooth, natural sound and need to be powered.Read moreGo to the glossary Lavalier Microphone, 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, TQG Connector
MX150B/O-XLR Microflex Subminiature CondenserCondenser microphones are more sensitive, give a smooth, natural sound and need to be powered.Read moreGo to the glossary Lavalier Microphone, OmnidirectionalEqually sensitive to sound from all directions, but cannot be "aimed" to isolate one area.Read moreGo to the glossary, XLR Connector
MX150B/C-XLR Microflex Subminiature CondenserCondenser microphones are more sensitive, give a smooth, natural sound and need to be powered.Read moreGo to the glossary Lavalier Microphone, 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, XLR Connector

The Shure Microflex® MX150 is a professional 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 ideal for use in speech and other applications requiring low profile, discreet placement. Available with 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 or omnidirectionalEqually sensitive to sound from all directions, but cannot be "aimed" to isolate one area.Read moreGo to the glossary patterns, the MX150 provides uncompromised sound quality and high reliability with minimal visibility for use in television broadcasting, corporate lectures, A/V teleconferencing, House of Worship, and sound reinforcement. Commshield® Technology offers superior RF immunity from cellular devices and digital bodypack transmitters. Each microphone is supplied with a snap-fit foam windscreen to minimize wind noise and a multi-position tie clip with integrated cable management to minimize cable handling noise.

  • Available in 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 or OmnidirectionalEqually sensitive to sound from all directions, but cannot be "aimed" to isolate one area.Read moreGo to the glossary polar patterns"Polar pattern" describes how well the microphone “hears“ sound from different directions.Read moreGo to the glossary and TQG (for use in Shure bodypacks) or wired XLR variations
  • CommShield® Technology guards against interference from Cellular RF devices and digital
  • Terminated with TQG/TA4F connector for direct connectivity to Shure wireless bodypack transmitters
  • Matte Black, Sleek, low-profile, design for inconspicuous placement
  • Multi-position tie clip allows for a variety of placement options and features an integrated cable management system for convenient cable dress with minimized handling noise.
  • Kevlar®-reinforced soft-flex cable design further reduces handling noise while providing superior flexibility for routing and placement
  • User-changeable equalization caps for response shaping (omnidirectional only)
  • Snap-fit, concise windscreen provides protection from plosives and wind noise with minimal visibility
  • Legendary Shure quality, ruggedness, and reliability
  • 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 Pattern"Polar pattern" describes how well the microphone “hears“ sound from different directions.Read moreGo to the glossary: OmnidirectionalEqually sensitive to sound from all directions, but cannot be "aimed" to isolate one area.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 - 20000 kHz
  • Sound Pressure:

     

    MX150/C

    MX150/0

    Transducer Type

    Electret Condenser

    Polar Pattern

    Cardioid

    Omnidirectional

    Frequency Response

    20 to 20,000 Hz

    Output Impedance

    TQG: N/A, XLR: 165.5Ω

    TQG: N/A, XLR: 165.0Ω

    Sensitivity
    open circuit voltage, @ 1 kHz, typical

    TQG: -51.0 dBV/Pa (3.0 mV)
    XLR: -39.0 dBV/Pa (11.0 mV)

    TQG: -46.5 dBV/Pa (4.5 mV)
    XLR: -34.5 dBV/Pa (19.0 mV)

    Maximum SPL
    1 kHz at 1% THD (1000Ω load)

    TQG: 147.5 dB SPL
    XLR: 129.5 dB SPL

    TQG: 143.0 dB SPL
    XLR: 125.0 dB SPL

    Signal-To-Noise Ratio

    TQG: 57.5 dB
    XLR: 57.0 dB

    TQG: 60.0 dB
    XLR: 59.5 dB

    Dynamic Range @ 1 kHz
    (1000Ω load)

    TQG: 111.0 dB SPL
    XLR: 92.5 dB SPL

    TQG: 109.0 dB SPL
    XLR: 90.5 dB SPL

    Self Noise
    equivalent SPL, A-weighted, typical

    TQG: 36.5 dB
    XLR: 37.0 dB

    TQG: 34.0 dB
    XLR: 34.5 dB

    Operating Temperature Range

    -18°C (0°F) to 57°C (135°F)

    Polarity

    TQG: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 3 with re­spect to pin 1
    XLR: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with re­spect to pin 3

    Power Requirements

    TQG: 5 V DC (0.04 – 0.18 mA)
    XLR: 11-52 V DC phantom power (IEC-61938), < 2.2 mA

    Weight

    TQG: 21 g (0.7 oz.)
    XLR: 121 g (4.3 oz.)

User Guides

Comparable Microphones

wl184_1_col
MX184
wl185_1_col
MX185

Optional Accessories

WA330
RPM150TC