Product Description
Shure AD2/K8N Axient Digital Handheld Transmitter with KSM8B Mic Capsule - Nickel
The nickel Shure AD2/KSM8N is a digital handheld wireless microphone transmitter compatible with Axient Digital series receivers.
The AD2/KSM8N comes equipped with a KSM8 dual-diaphragm dynamic capsule that minimizes proximity effect, delivering a consistent sound even when the distance between the mic and the sound source varies. The cardioid polar pattern provides a clean, richly detailed signal with reduced feedback, great for speech and vocals in live venues.
The transmitter operates in a single 146 MHz ultra-wide UHF bandwidth with selectable 2/10/35mW RF output power and a transmission range up to 330'. It provides up to 8 hours of operation on two AA batteries and up to 9 hours with an SB900A lithium-ion rechargeable battery (available separately).
With a durable, moisture-resistant, lightweight aluminum case, the AD2/KSM8N transmitter delivers pristine audio quality and RF performance, AES 256-bit encryption for secure transmission, and advanced rechargeability options, making it ideal for high-profile, sound-reinforcement applications.
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 SB900A lithium-ion rechargeable batteries for convenient power options
- External contacts for docked charging
Specs
System
| Wireless Transmission | Digital UHF |
| RF Frequency Band | 417 to 616 MHz |
| RF Bandwidth | 146 MHz |
| Frequency Step Size | 25 kHz |
| Max Operating Range | 328.1' / 100 m (Line of Sight) |
| Latency | 2 to 2.9 ms (Selectable) |
| Encryption | AES 256 |
| Modulation | Proprietary |
Transmitter
| Form Factor | Handheld |
| RF Output Power | 2 / 10 / 35 mW |
| Audio I/O | None |
| Muting | Mute Switch |
| Audio Input Level | 145 dB |
| Gain Range | -12 to +21 dB (3 dB Steps) |
| Sync Method | IR |
| Antenna | 1 x Internal Single-Band Helical (Handheld) |
| Power Requirements | Battery |
| Battery Type | 2 x AA (Included) |
| Approx. Battery Life | Med.: |
| Display & Indicators | 1 x LCD (Battery Status, Channel, Group, Signal Strength) |
| Housing | Aluminum |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 122°F / -17 to 50°C |
| Storage Temperature | -20 to 165°F / -28 to 73°C |
| Dimensions | 2 x 10.1" / 51 x 256 mm |
| Weight | 12 oz / 340 g (without Batteries) |
Microphone
| Form Factor | Handheld Capsule |
| Sound Field | Mono |
| Capsule | Dynamic |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
| Frequency Range | 40 Hz to 16 kHz |
| Sensitivity | -51.5 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz |
