Wireless Hand Held Microphone System

Audio Hire’s Shure BLX24/SM58 Wireless Microphone System combines the freedom of a professional wireless microphone with the familiar sound and reliability of the Shure SM58. It is an excellent choice for weddings, speeches, corporate presentations, conferences, ceremonies, performances and other occasions where the person speaking or performing needs to move without being connected to the sound system by a microphone cable.

The system pairs a Shure BLX wireless receiver with a handheld transmitter featuring an SM58 microphone capsule. The SM58 is one of the most widely recognised vocal microphones in professional audio and is designed to reproduce speech and vocals clearly while helping to reduce unwanted sound from elsewhere around the microphone.

Wireless operation makes the system particularly useful when a microphone needs to be passed between speakers, used away from the sound system or carried around a room. Instead of having an XLR cable running from the microphone back to the PA, the handheld transmitter sends the audio wirelessly to the receiver positioned with the rest of the sound equipment.

Wireless Microphones for Weddings and Speeches

A wireless handheld microphone can make wedding speeches considerably easier to manage. The microphone can be passed between the MC, members of the bridal party, family and other speakers without requiring each person to stand in exactly the same position or work around a microphone cable.

It is also useful during ceremonies and other parts of a wedding where the person speaking may need some freedom to move. The receiver connects to the sound system, while the person using the microphone can remain where they need to be within the appropriate operating range.

For receptions, the wireless microphone can be combined with one of Audio Hire’s professional two-speaker PA systems. If the reception also includes a DJ or a busy dance floor, it can instead be incorporated into a larger speaker and subwoofer system.

Corporate Presentations, Conferences and Functions

The Shure BLX24/SM58 is also well suited to corporate presentations, conferences, awards nights, meetings and other professional functions. Presenters can speak from different positions in the room, and the microphone can be passed between speakers for questions, introductions and announcements.

Where several microphones or audio sources are required, a suitable mixer can be added to the sound system. This allows microphones, presentation audio, music and other sources to be managed through the same PA system.

For an important presentation, clear speech is more valuable than simply having a loud system. The combination of a professional Shure microphone and an appropriately selected PA system helps ensure that the audience can understand what is being said throughout the room.

Performances and Live Vocals

Because the handheld transmitter uses an SM58 microphone capsule, the system is also suitable for singers and performers who want wireless freedom on stage.

A wired SM58 remains an excellent choice when freedom of movement is not required, but a wireless system allows a vocalist, presenter or performer to move around the performance area without trailing a microphone cable behind them. This can be particularly useful for interactive performances, MCs and situations where the performer needs to move between the stage and audience.

The appropriate complete system will depend on the performance. Audio Hire can also provide speaker systems, mixers, microphone stands, XLR cables and other professional audio equipment where required.

What’s Included

The hire includes the Shure BLX wireless receiver and the Shure handheld wireless transmitter with SM58 microphone capsule, together with the power supply and appropriate connection cable required to integrate the receiver with a compatible sound system.

The receiver is positioned with the PA or mixer and connected to the audio system. The handheld microphone then communicates wirelessly with the receiver, giving the user freedom to move without a microphone cable running across the room or performance area.

As with any wireless system, actual operating conditions can vary depending on the venue, surrounding radio-frequency activity and the physical environment. Audio Hire can help with appropriate setup if wireless microphone operation is an important part of your function.

Wireless or Wired Microphone?

Both wired and wireless microphones have advantages. A professional wired microphone such as the Shure SM58 provides a straightforward and highly dependable connection and is an excellent choice when the person using it will remain in one general position.

A wireless microphone is particularly useful when freedom of movement matters, when several people need to pass a microphone between them or when running a microphone cable across the space would be inconvenient.

The decision should therefore be based on how the microphone will be used rather than assuming that wireless is automatically better. Audio Hire offers both wired and wireless Shure microphones, so we can help you choose the most appropriate option for your requirements.

Complete Your PA System

A microphone is only one part of a complete sound system. The Shure BLX24/SM58 can be combined with Audio Hire’s professional speaker packages for speeches, weddings, presentations, parties and performances throughout Adelaide.

A mixer may also be useful when you need to connect several microphones or combine microphones with music, presentation audio or other sources. Microphone stands, XLR cables, extension leads and cable covers are also available where required.

If you are unsure what equipment needs to accompany the wireless microphone, tell Audio Hire what you are planning, how many people need to speak or perform and what other audio sources you intend to use. We can help you put together an appropriate system rather than expecting you to identify every individual component yourself.

Wireless Microphone Hire Across Adelaide

Audio Hire provides professional wireless microphone and PA equipment hire across Adelaide. Equipment can be collected from Audio Hire in Walkerville for customers who are comfortable setting up and operating their own sound system.

Delivery, professional setup and pack-down can also be arranged, and Audio Hire can provide on-site sound support where required. This gives you the option of straightforward equipment hire or a more complete sound service depending on the requirements of your function.

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