The black Shure AD2/N8SB is a digital handheld wireless microphone transmitter compatible with Axient Digital series receivers. The AD2/N8SB comes equipped with a Nexadyne 8/S dynamic supercardioid capsule, featuring an innovative Revonic dual-transducer design that uses two separate, but interdependent sets of diaphragms, voice coils, and magnets. This unique technology gives this dynamic mic a condenser-like clarity with a crisp, yet natural high-end and plenty of detail—allowing vocalists to worry less about mic technique and instead focus on delivering powerful performances. The supercardioid polar pattern delivers tight directionality, high gain before feedback, and enhanced rejection of off-axis sound.

The transmitter operates in an ultrawide 140 MHz UHF bandwidth with selectable 2/10/35mW RF output power and a transmission range up to 330'. It provides up to 8 hours of operation on two AA batteries and up to 9 hours with an SB900A lithium-ion rechargeable battery (available separately). With a durable, moisture-resistant, lightweight aluminum case, the AD2/N8SB transmitter delivers pristine audio quality and RF performance, AES 256-bit encryption for secure transmission, and advanced rechargeability options, making it ideal for high-profile, sound-reinforcement applications.

For Axient Digital Systems    Nexadyne 8/S Supercardioid Dynamic Mic    Shure Revonic Dual-Engine Transducer    Automatic Gain Adjustment    2/10/35mW RF Output Power    Mute Mode, Backlit LCD    Secure AES-256 Encryption    Networked Intelligent Charging    Interchangeable Capsule Design    9 Hours with SB900A Rechargeable Battery

• Shure's Nexadyne Revonic system is an innovative dynamic microphone design that uses two matched dynamic transducers, working in conjunction, to provide more opportunity for both greater sound quality and the rejection of unwanted signal.
• Wiring the transducers out-of-phase cancels mechanical vibration, so self-noise is actively zeroed out. This makes traditional pneumatic shockmounts unnecessary, and allows the transducers to be optimized for acoustic performance.
• Vocal performers will experience natural and vivid clarity when performing—enabled by a cartridge design that optimizes signal output acoustically, producing more of the desired sound source and less environmental and handling noise.
• Engineers will receive stronger and clearer output, resulting in fewer EQ corrections that are often necessary with other mics to retain vocal clarity within the mix.
• The supercardioid polar pattern provides tightly focused audio capture centered on the performer in front of the mic, reducing bleed from other sources for a clearer sound with substantially less feedback issues from on-stage monitors.
• The interchangeable capsule design allows you to replace the Nexadyne 8/S capsule with a Shure capsule that’s ideal for your application and simply screw it onto the transmitter—including the Nexadyne 8/C (cardioid), KSM8, SM58, Beta 58A, Beta 87A, and Beta 87C capsules.

• The AD2 quickly syncs with an Axient Digital wireless receiver at the touch of a button via infrared.
• Automatic Gain adjusts the mic input level for you.
• The power button conveniently doubles as mute switch, while preserving RF lock.
• Frequency and power lockout functions prevent accidental or unauthorized changes during events.
• A backlit LCD with easy-to-navigate menu and controls lets you quickly access frequency, group, and channel settings, along with mute and lock status, RF output, and remaining battery life.
• Offset function lets you balance mic levels when assigning multiple transmitters to a single receiver slot. Adjustment range: -12 to +21 dB.
• 2/10/35mW selectable RF output power allows you to increase either the transmitter's range or the number of mics operating simultaneously.
• Two transmission modes: Standard, for optimal coverage and High-Density, for maximum system channel count and robust coverage.
• The mic element is protected by a dent-resistant grille, ensuring it survives the rigors of daily stage use.

• SB900A rechargeable battery (available separately) offers intelligent power management with precision metering in hours and minutes, along with zero memory effect.
• External charging contacts allow for docked battery charging.
• SBC220 two-bay and SBC840 eight-bay networked chargers (both available separately) allow for remote power monitoring via Shure’s Wireless Workbench software.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Would I need another receiver to add an additional lav to the handheld mic version?

A: Yes. You have a few options for adding a lavalier microphone to the Sony UWP-D22 Camera-Mount Wireless Cardioid Handheld Microphone System - UC14: 470 to 542 MHz. The first option is to use an additional complete wireless lavalier system such as the Sony UWP-D21 Camera-Mount Wireless Omni Lavalier Microphone System - UC14: 470 to 542 MHz (B&H # SOUWPD2114). If you are using a separate wireless mic system, you can use the same frequency band or a different band since the two systems will be independent. Another option is to replace your existing single-channel receiver with the Sony URX-P41D Dual-Channel Camera-Mount Wireless Receiver - UC14: 470 to 542 MHz (B&H # SOURXP41D14) which will allow you to use two transmitters simultaneously with the same receiver, and purchase the Sony UTX-B40 Wireless Bodypack Transmitter with Omni Lavalier Mic - UC14: 470 to 542 MHz (B&H # SOUTXB4014) to use together with your existing Sony UTX-M40 Wireless Handheld Cardioid Microphone Transmitter from the UWP-D22 System. If you do want to use two transmitters simultaneously with the URX-P41D Dual-Channel Receiver, make sure that all components operate on the same frequency band.

Q: 2. If rechargeable batteries are in this unit, can it be recharged via USB?

A: No. This will not work as a charger.

Q: 3. Can I use the handheld & lav mic at the same time or do i have to buy another receiver?

A: This combo set allows for either a handheld or a bodypack transmitter to be used one at a time. You would need a second receiver, for both to operate simultaneously, which is the Sennheiser EW-D EM Digital Wireless Receiver (R1-6: 520 to 576 MHz), BH #SEEWDEMR16.

Q: 4. Does this work with the Sony a7III?

A: Yes, the Sony UWP-D22 Camera-Mount Wireless Cardioid Handheld Microphone System is compatible for use with the Sony a7 III Mirrorless Camera when the Sony SMAD-P5 Digital MI Shoe Adapter for UWP-D Series (BH #SOSMADP5) is also implemented to adapt the system's receiver to the camera's Multi Interface Shoe.

Q: 5. Hi, I would like to wirelessly place a boom with With 48V Phantom Power to a 100 G3. The 100 G3 does not support 48V Phantom Power. There would be no problem receiving the signal with the boom from the SKP 500 G4 Pro to the 100 G3. in the camera?

A: Although hard to confirm without actually testing, it can be theorized that the Sennheiser SKP 500 G4 Pro Wireless Plug-On Transmitter AW+: (470 to 558 MHz) will properly send signal to a Sennheiser EK 100 G3 Receiver, assuming both units are set to the same frequency.

Q: 6. Is the 1/4' output labeled Instrument out a line level output?

A: The manual shows the 1/4 inch output as -13 dBV into a 100K ohm load. With consumer line level at -10 dBV it's close but not quite line level.

Q: 7. Can a specific frequency be dialed in on this system or does it always auto scan for a clean frequency?

A: Yes, it is possible to select a specific transmitting frequency manually for the Sony UTX-P40 Wireless Plug-On Transmitter and wireless receiver instead of using the auto-scan feature for pairing the transmitter and receiver.

Q: 8. Can you turn on/off, mute and unmute on the mic?

A: Yes. Page 72 in the manual for the Sennheiser G4 shows where to find the mute button. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/lit_files/901687.pdf

Q: 9. Will both the handheld mic and the Lav pair to any soundboard? Currently using a Behringer X32 Compatc.

A: The Sennheiser EW 135P G4 Camera-Mount Wireless Cardioid Handheld Microphone System does not include a lavalier microphone. The bodypack unit included with this system is the wireless receiver which comes with a camera-mount shoe adapter. The receiver can be connected to a Behringer X32 Compact Mixer using the included receiver output cable with the XLR connector. If you will also need similar wireless lavalier system, you can use the Sennheiser EW 112P G4 Camera-Mount Wireless Omni Lavalier Microphone System or the Sennheiser EW 122P G4 Camera-Mount Wireless Cardioid Lavalier Microphone System. Multiple system can be used simultaneously and each receiver can be connected to a separate input jack on the mixer.

Q: 10. will this sony system work with canon cameras?

A: Hi, yes, this product includes a mount to attach to any camera cold shoe and connect to the camera with the included cables, either 3.5 mm or XLR, depending on your camera. Thank you for shopping at B&H!