Shure AD2/B87A — Axient Digital Handheld Wireless Transmitter with BETA 87A Cartridge
AD2/B87A Overview
The Shure AD2/B87A is a professional handheld wireless transmitter designed for the Axient Digital platform, operating in the G57 band (470-608 MHz). It combines the acclaimed BETA 87A supercardioid condenser cartridge with Axient Digital’s advanced RF architecture, including High Density mode for maximizing channel counts in congested RF environments. Built for touring companies, houses of worship, broadcast facilities, and large-scale live production, the AD2/B87A delivers the audio transparency and RF reliability that demanding professional applications require. AES-256 encryption provides secure transmission for sensitive productions and broadcast environments.
The transmitter features a rugged all-metal construction finished in black, with rechargeable power and compatibility with Shure’s dockable charging solutions, streamlining battery management across multi-channel deployments.
Key Features
- BETA 87A Condenser Cartridge — Supercardioid polar pattern delivers focused pickup with natural, transparent vocal reproduction suited for live and broadcast applications
- High Density Mode — Enables significantly higher channel counts in dense RF environments, critical for large-scale touring and multi-channel installations
- AES-256 Encryption — Secures the RF transmission link, protecting audio content in broadcast, corporate, and high-security production environments
- G57 Band Operation (470-608 MHz) — Wide tuning range within the G57 band provides flexibility for frequency coordination across varying RF landscapes
- Rechargeable Power System — Compatible with Shure’s dockable charging infrastructure, reducing consumable battery costs and simplifying multi-unit power management
- Rugged All-Metal Construction — Built to withstand the rigors of touring and repeated deployment, finished in black for a professional stage appearance
- Axient Digital Platform Integration — Designed to work within the full Axient Digital ecosystem, including ShowLink remote control and Wireless Workbench software management
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