Shure Q5X AquaMic Long-Life — Waterproof Wireless Bodypack Transmitter
Q5X AquaMic Long-Life Overview
The Q5X AquaMic Long-Life is a waterproof wireless bodypack transmitter developed through a collaborative technology effort between Q5X and Shure, designed to operate exclusively with Shure Axient Digital wireless receivers. Tested by Q5X to be fully submersible in water up to 10 meters, it is purpose-built for the extreme environmental demands of reality television, sports broadcasting, and field production. Paired with Axient Digital, it delivers superior digital transmission with advanced encryption and spectrum efficiency. This transmitter is the right tool for audio engineers, broadcast technicians, and production companies who cannot afford signal compromise in wet or high-risk environments.
Available in both Regular and Long-Life versions, the AquaMic Long-Life variant is optimized for extended run time in productions where battery changes are impractical or impossible.
Key Features
- Fully Submersible Construction — Tested by Q5X to withstand submersion in water up to 10 meters, suitable for the most challenging on-location production scenarios
- Axient Digital Exclusive Compatibility — Engineered in collaboration with Shure to work exclusively with Shure Axient Digital wireless receivers for seamless system integration
- Advanced Encryption — Transmits with the encryption capabilities of the Axient Digital platform, protecting audio feeds in sensitive broadcast and live event environments
- Superior Spectrum Efficiency — Leverages Axient Digital’s RF architecture for reliable performance in congested RF environments
- Long-Life Battery Configuration — Extended operational run time designed for productions where mid-shoot battery changes are not feasible
- Reality TV & Sports Broadcast Ready — Engineered specifically for the environmental and operational demands of outdoor, water-based, and high-contact production formats

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