Shure Ad2 Digital Wireless Handheld Transmitter Axient Ad With Beta 87A Microphone Cartridge

Meet the Shure AD2 Digital Wireless Handheld Transmitter, a rugged, professional-grade solution designed for demanding live sound, broadcast shoots, and touring applications. As a core component of the Axient AD Series, the AD2 delivers pristine, digital audio with rock-solid RF performance, featuring HighDensity (HD) mode for spectrum efficiency, and encryption to safeguard your signal in crowded RF spaces. Its all-metal housing comes in black or nickel finishes, built to endure the rigors of on‑stage wear, flight cases, and fast-paced production environments. The transmitter is engineered for seamless integration with AD receivers, ensuring dependable, low-latency performance and a natural, transparent sound across vocal and instrument applications. The inclusion of Beta 87A microphone cartridge provides a classic, vocal-forward voice right out of the box, while flexible power options—standard AA batteries or the SB900A rechargeable pack with dockable charging—keep you powered through long sessions and quick turnarounds. Whether you’re delivering a high-energy rock show, a studio-quality performance, or a multi-venue production, the AD2 preserves the sound you intend while delivering the reliability you demand.

• Premium audio quality with reliable RF performance: The AD2’s fully digital transmission preserves natural timbre and transient detail while minimizing noise and distortion. With low latency from mic to listener, your vocal character and instrument articulation stay intact, so your performance remains faithful to the original intent even on crowded and loud stages.
• HD mode and wide-tuning for interference resilience: HighDensity (HD) mode increases channel density in dense RF environments, allowing more channels to coexist without compromising signal integrity. Wide-tuning helps you quickly locate clean frequencies, reducing setup time and dramatically lowering the risk of dropouts during arena gigs, festivals, or multi‑venue productions.
• Encryption for privacy and signal security: Encryption options provide an added layer of protection for sensitive performances, corporate events, or confidential broadcasts, guarding your program from unwanted interception and ensuring your content remains private in challenging RF spaces.
• Flexible power options with dockable charging: Choose between reliable AA alkaline batteries for rapid swaps or the SB900A rechargeable battery with a dockable charger for streamlined recharge cycles between sets. The docked charging capability keeps power ready while you’re off‑stage, minimizing downtime and keeping you prepared for back‑to‑back performances.
• Rugged build with professional finishes: The AD2 features a durable all‑metal chassis designed to withstand the bumps and rigors of touring and broadcast work. Available in black or nickel finishes, it pairs visually with other high‑end gear and projects a professional, dependable look on camera and in real‑world use.

Technical Details of Shure AD2 Digital Wireless Handheld Transmitter

• Product type: Digital handheld wireless transmitter for the Shure AD Series ecosystem.
• Design and compatibility: Digital handheld transmitter designed for seamless integration with Shure AD receivers and the Axient AD Series ecosystem to deliver low-latency, high‑fidelity audio.
• Cartridge: Includes Beta 87A microphone cartridge installed for classic vocal clarity and high‑end detail.
• Finish and construction: Rugged all‑metal housing with available black or nickel finishes to match your rig’s aesthetic and performance environment.
• Power options: Accepts standard AA alkaline batteries or the SB900A rechargeable battery with dockable charging for flexible, on‑the‑fly power management.
• RF features: Wide‑tuning and HighDensity (HD) mode to maximize channel availability and stabilize performance in crowded RF spaces.
• Security: Encryption options are available to protect audio content in privacy-critical applications.
• System integration: Specifically designed to work within the Shure Axient AD Series ecosystem for reliable, scalable wireless transmission.
• Durability: Built to endure demanding live environments with professional-grade hardware and finishes.

how to install Shure AD2 Digital Wireless Handheld Transmitter

• Power the transmitter by inserting fresh AA alkaline batteries or by installing the SB900A rechargeable pack, then secure the battery compartment.
• Install and verify the Beta 87A microphone cartridge is properly seated in the handheld body for optimal contact and performance.
• Power on the AD2 and your AD receiver, then initiate pairing or allow the receiver to scan for a clean channel. Use Wide-tuning to locate an open frequency with minimal interference.
• Enable HighDensity (HD) mode if you’re operating in a dense RF environment, and activate encryption only if privacy is required for the event.
• Perform a quick on‑stage soundcheck, adjust gain structure to a comfortable level, and confirm there are no dropouts. Save the configured channel and keep spare batteries or the SB900A charger accessible for rapid set changes between performances.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the Shure AD2 Digital Wireless Handheld Transmitter? A: It is a digital handheld transmitter in the Shure Axient AD Series designed to deliver pristine audio with robust RF performance, HD mode, encryption, and flexible power options for demanding live environments.
• Q: What microphone cartridge does it include? A: The AD2 ships with a Beta 87A microphone cartridge installed, providing a classic, vocal-focused tone with clear high-end presence.
• Q: What are the power options? A: You can power the AD2 with standard AA alkaline batteries or with the SB900A rechargeable battery, which incorporates dockable charging to streamline recharging between sets.
• Q: What is HighDensity (HD) mode? A: HD mode optimizes spectrum efficiency to fit more channels in crowded RF spaces while maintaining audio quality and low latency, helping reduce dropouts during high‑demand events.
• Q: Is encryption available? A: Yes, encryption options are available to protect your audio content in privacy-critical situations, such as corporate events or sensitive productions.
• Q: Is the AD2 compatible with AD receivers? A: Absolutely. The AD2 is designed for seamless integration with Shure AD receivers and the broader Axient AD Series ecosystem to ensure reliable, scalable wireless performance.