Shure BLX Wireless Systems

BLX® Wireless Systems combine intuitive operation, rigorously tested quality and durability, and legendary sound right out of the box. Transmitters work for up to 14 hours on two AA batteries, and the system operates at a range of 300 feet, allowing you to expand your stage into the audience without interruption. All receivers include Shure’s Quickscan features, allowing you to find a clear frequency and set your transmitter to the same channel quickly and easily.

BLX Defining Features Include

• Durable, reliable, and rugged build quality
• System operates up to a range of 300 feet (line of sight)
• Includes a choice of Shure microphone, transmitter, and receiver components
• Transmitters work for up to 14 hours on two AA batteries
• Runs up to 12 systems per frequency band
• Quickscan allows you to find a clear frequency quickly and easily
• Pick from bodypack, handheld, headworn, instrument, or lav transmitters
• Choose from portable or rack-mounted receivers

With consistent reliability across a wide variety of transmitters, receivers, and accessories, you’re sure to find a sound that works for you from this extensive selection of BLX series gear. Pick from bodypack (BLX1), handheld (BLX2), head-worn (MX35, MX53, PGA31, SM31, SM35), instrument (B98), or lavalier (CVL, W85, W93) clip-on transmitters according to what best suits your performance needs. Complement your favorite transmitter with the perfect receiver, from the ultra-portable BLX4 with internal antenna (BLX4, BLX14, BLX24), to the BLX88 dual-receiver that accommodates two transmitters (BLX88, BLX188, BLX288, BLX1288), to the rack-mounted BLXR with its 2 removable antennas (BLXR, BLX4R; rackmount hardware is also included).

Go wireless with confidence using this specially engineered system that gives you pristine audio clarity without noise interference or disappointing dropouts. BLX series gear gives you the versatility and selection to pick and choose precisely the equipment to fit your needs whatever that venue or performance. Whether you’re a performer or presenter, BLX Wireless is the ideal choice for producing stellar, dependable sound.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the range of BLX?

     A: 300 ft (90 m)

Q: What is the operating frequency of BLX?

     A: UHF

Q: What is the difference between BLX, PG, and PGX wireless?

     A: These wireless microphone series mainly differ in the level of professional features they offer.

PG is a basic series, offering 10 available channels, 4 compatible channels per frequency band, and 9 compatible channels using all three frequency bands. PG has an RF tuning bandwidth of 12MHz, operates up to 8 hours on a single 9V battery, multi-function power button, 3-position slide switching for gain adjustment on its bodypack transmitters, and interchangeable mic elements on its handheld transmitters.

PGX expands on PG’s features, offering 90 available channels with 9 compatible channels within one frequency band and a max of 12 channels using all three frequency bands, as well as 18MHz RF tuning bandwidth, channel receiver scanning, and 9 hours of battery life using two AA batteries.

BLX offers 30MHz RF tuning bandwidth, 12 maximum systems per RF band, Enhanced Group/Channel scanning on its receivers, up to 14 hours of continuous operation using 2 AA batteries, a tactile on/off toggle switch, and a potentiometer on its bodypack transmitter with a range of 26 dB for gain adjustment. Unlike the PG and PGX models, BLX does not allow for interchangeable mic elements on its handheld transmitters.

Have more questions about what Shure series or individual products are best for the specific needs of your application? Visit our Shure Wireless Systems page to browse solutions to meet your needs or call the SoundPro experts at 800.203.5611 for personalized advice. You can also learn more in our article, Which Shure Wireless System Is Right for You?