Shure BLX14/B98 Wireless Instrument System

The Beta 98H/C condenser microphone is a versatile solution for brass or percussion instruments. It offers a flexible integrated gooseneck with clip-on clamp for a secure fit and precise positioning. It combines simple setup and an intuitive interface for performance you can trust in.

Shure BLX14/B98 Features

• Simple setup
• Professional-quality sound
• Intuitive interface
• Precision-built

• BLX4 Single-Channel Receiver1
• BLX1 Bodypack Transmitter1
• BETA®98H/C Instrument Microphone1
• PS24 Power Supply1
• AA Batteries2
• User Guide1
• 95E16526 Carrying Case1

• System
  • Working Range: 91 m (300 ft) Line of Sight
  • Audio Frequency Response: 50 to 15,000 Hz
  • Total Harmonic Distortion Ref. ±33 kHz deviation with 1 kHz tone: 0.5%, typical
  • Dynamic Range: 100 dB, A-weighted, typical
  • Operating Temperature: -18°C (0°F) to 57°C (135°F)
  • Polarity: Positive pressure on microphone diaphragm (or positive voltage applied to tip of WA302 phone plug) produces positive voltage on pin 2 (with respect to pin 3 of low-impedance output) and the tip of the high impedance 1/4-inch output.
• BLX1 Transmitter
  • Audio Input Level
  • max: -16 dBVmaximum
  • min (0 dB): +10 dBVmaximum
  • Gain Adjustment Range: 26 dB
  • Input Impedance: 1 MΩ
  • RF Transmitter Output: 10 mW, typical
  • Dimensions: 4.33 in. X 2.52 in. X 0.83 in. (110 mm X 64 mm X 21 mm) H x W x D
  • Weight: 2.6 oz. (75 g), without batteries
  • Housing: Molded ABS
  • Power Requirements: 2 LR6 AA batteries, 1.5 V, alkaline
  • Battery Life: up to 14 hours (alkaline)
• BLX4 Receiver
  • Output Impedance
  • XLR connector: 200 Ω
  • 6.35 mm (1/4") connector: 50 Ω
  • Audio Output Level Ref. ±33 kHz deviation with 1 kHz tone
  • XLR connector: –27 dBV (into 100 kΩ load)
  • 6.35 mm (1/4") connector: –13 dBV (into 100 kΩ load)
  • RF Sensitivity: -105 dBm for 12 dB SINAD, typical
  • Image Rejection: >50 dB, typical
  • Dimensions (HxWxD) 1.57" x 7.4" x 4.06"
  • Weight: 8.5 oz. (241 g)
  • Housing: Molded ABS
  • Power Requirements: 12–15 V DC @ 235 mA (BLX88, 320 mA), supplied by external power supply (tip positive)