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Audix NCHEC Novacore Digital Wireless Handheld System With NCEC Capsule

Audix NCHEC Novacore Digital Wireless Handheld System With NCEC Capsule

SoundPro Item: 204543 | Part Number: NCHEC

Regular price $699.00
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  • Complete Out-Of-Box System Including Receiver, Transmitter, And Capsule
  • AES-256 Encrypted UHF Digital Platform For Secure Wireless Audio Transmission
  • One-Touch IR Sync Between Pre-Matched Transmitter And Receiver Speeds Setup
  • Extended Cardioid Capsule Voiced From Audix OMX Series For Natural Vocal Clarity
  • Tool-Free S-Thread Capsule Mount Enables Quick Swaps To Compatible Novacore Capsules
  • Novacore Ecosystem Compatibility Allows Expansion With Additional Channels And Transmitters
  • USB-C Charging Built Into Transmitter Body Supports Rechargeable Battery Operation

The Audix NCHEC is a purpose-built, single-channel digital wireless system designed for live vocalists, worship leaders, and working presenters who need a professional-grade solution without the complexity of assembling individual components. The package pairs the NCR1 half-rack digital receiver, the NCHH digital handheld transmitter body, and the NCEC extended cardioid capsule into one cohesive system that goes from box to stage with minimal setup. Unlike budget wireless bundles that compromise on RF architecture or audio transparency, the NCHEC operates on a true AES-256 encrypted UHF digital platform with 44.1 kHz / 24-bit audio processing and greater than 110 dBA dynamic range, characteristics that put it directly in competition with significantly more expensive professional wireless systems.

For live production and house-of-worship environments where RF congestion is a daily challenge, the 48 MHz UHF tuning range across 494-542 MHz gives engineers meaningful frequency agility. One-touch IR sync between the pre-matched transmitter and receiver reduces setup time at load-in, and the half-rack NCR1 chassis integrates cleanly into existing rack infrastructure or deploys standalone with the included 12 VDC power supply. The NCEC capsule uses Audix VLM capsule technology with an extended cardioid polar pattern, delivering consistent off-axis rejection and natural transient response without the coloration common to less refined wireless capsule designs.

The system is designed with forward compatibility in mind. The standard S-thread capsule mount allows tool-free swaps to the NCTH tight hypercardioid or other Novacore-compatible capsules as performance requirements change, and the broader Novacore ecosystem supports expansion with additional channels, transmitters, and receivers without replacing core infrastructure. USB-C charging built into the NCHH transmitter body and compatibility with the NCLB rechargeable lithium-ion battery add operational flexibility for touring and installed applications alike.

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Specifications

Receiver (NCR1)
RF Frequency Range
494-542 MHz UHF (country dependent)
RF Bandwidth
48 MHz
Encryption
AES 256-bit
Latency
< 3 ms
Audio Processing
44.1 kHz / 24-bit digital sampling
Dynamic Range
> 110 dBA
Frequency Response
20 Hz-20 kHz (< -2 dB)
Receiving Mode
Digital Diversity
Spurious Rejection
> 80 dB
Sensitivity
12 dBμV @ S/N > -85 dBm
Display
LCD
Control Interface
Power button, Sync button, Jog dial
Chassis
1U Half-rack (9.5")
Power Requirements
12 VDC @ 300 mA (tip positive, external supply)
Receiver Audio Output
Connector
XLR Balanced (1 = ground, 2 = audio +, 3 = audio -)
Impedance
600 Ω (XLR Line Level)
Output Level
+18 dBV
Level Switch Options
-6 dB, 0 dB, +16 dB
Ground Lift
Yes
Receiver RF Input
Antenna Type
1/4-wave, adjustable
Connector
Detachable 50 Ω BNC Female
Receiver Networking
Networking Connector
RJ11 x 2 for PC software control
Recommended Connection Distance
< 100 meters
Receiver Construction
Materials
Steel
Finish
Black
Dimensions
210 x 44 x 163 mm (W x H x D)
Weight
Approx. 0.9 kg / 2 lbs (without antennas)
Capsule (NCEC)
Transducer Type
Dynamic
Capsule Technology
VLM
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Frequency Response
50 Hz-14 kHz (-6 dB)
Sensitivity
1.5 mVrms / Pa @ 1 kHz / @ 0.25 m
Capsule Impedance
280 Ohms
Off-Axis Rejection
> 25 dB
Maximum SPL
144 dB SPL
Connector
1 1/4-28 UN thread pitch, S-Type
Materials
Aluminum
Finish
Black
Height
88.5 mm
Weight
188 grams
Included Items
Receiver
NCR1 Novacore Single-Channel Digital Receiver
Transmitter Body
NCHH Novacore UHF Digital Handheld Transmitter Body
Capsule
NCEC Novacore Extended Cardioid Wireless Capsule
Antennas
2x BNC Detachable Antennas
Power Supply
PS12V 12 VDC External Power Supply (100-240 VAC / 50/60 Hz universal)
Charging Cable
NCCC 20" Charging Cable, USB-A to USB-C

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