ULXD2/K9HS-G57

KSM9HS Dual-Diaphragm Condenser Capsule: Switchable hypercardioid and subcardioid polar patterns provide tailored sound isolation or natural vocal presence as needed.

Exceptional Vocal Clarity: Delivers smooth, detailed vocal reproduction with consistent frequency response and minimized proximity effect.

Class-A Preamplifier Design: Ensures transparency and rapid transient response with no crossover distortion.

Interchangeable Capsule System: Easily switch to other Shure capsules like SM58, KSM9, Beta 58A, and more depending on application needs.

138 MHz Wideband Tuning Range: Covers 470"608 MHz for broad frequency compatibility across geographic regions.

Secure Digital Audio Transmission: 24-bit/48 kHz quality with AES-256 encryption for high-security and interference-prone environments.

Automatic Gain Ranging: Adapts input level automatically-no need for manual gain adjustments.

Selectable RF Output Power: Choose from 1, 10, or 20 mW to suit venue size and system channel density.

Durable and Lightweight Design: Rugged aluminum housing with a three-stage pop filter grille to manage plosives and wind.

User-Friendly LCD Interface: Provides access to frequency, group, battery, and mute settings, with quick IR syncing.

Battery Options: Operates up to 11 hours with AA batteries or over 8 hours with the SB900B rechargeable battery.

Smart Charging Support: Compatible with SBC200 and SBC220 chargers for docked and network-integrated battery management.

General Specifications

Model: ULXD2/K9HS-G57

Wireless Technology: Digital UHF

Compatibility: Shure ULX-D Digital Wireless Systems

Capsule: KSM9HS Condenser - Dual-diaphragm

Polar Patterns: Switchable Hypercardioid / Subcardioid

Interchangeable Capsule Design: Yes (compatible with KSM9, SM58, SM86, SM87A, Beta 58A, Beta 87A, Beta 87C, etc.)

Construction: Rugged aluminum housing

Color: Black

Dimensions: 10.1 x 2 in (256 x 51 mm)

Weight: 12 oz (340 g) without batteries

Audio & Transmission

Audio Resolution: 24-bit / 48 kHz

Frequency Range: G57 band (470 to 608 MHz)

Tuning Bandwidth: 138 MHz

RF Output Power: Selectable 1 / 10 / 20 mW

Max Operating Range: 100 m (328.1 ft)

Latency: < 2.9 ms

Maximum SPL: 150 dB (Hypercardioid), 153 dB (Subcardioid)

Sensitivity: -50.5 dBV/Pa (Hypercardioid), -53.0 dBV/Pa (Subcardioid)

Frequency Response: 50 Hz to 20 kHz

User Interface & Controls

Display: Backlit LCD

Menu Access: Frequency, group/channel, mute, lock, RF output, battery status

Sync Method: IR (Infrared)

Mute Mode: Power button doubles as mute with RF lock

Lockouts: Frequency and power lock

Encryption & Gain Management

Encryption: AES 256-bit

Gain Adjustment: Automatic (Shure Gain Ranging)

Gain Range: 0 to +21 dB (3 dB steps)

Power & Battery Options

Battery Types: 2 x AA (included) - up to 11 hours, 1 x SB900B Li-ion Rechargeable (not included) - up to 8.5 hours

Charging Options: SBC200 Dual Docking Charger (not included), SBC220 Network Charger (not included)

Charging Features: Dockable external contacts, precision metering, zero memory effect

Microphone Features

Capsule Design: Dual 3/4" gold-layered, low-mass Mylar diaphragms

Preamp: Class-A discrete transformerless for transparency

Protection: Three-stage pop grille, moisture and plosive rejection

Pattern Switching: Manual between hypercardioid and subcardioid for flexible use across live performance scenarios