Shure BLX14R/W85 Wireless Lavalier System
The Shure BLX14R/W85 is a reliable wireless lavalier system designed for professional voice applications in theater, presentations, and business environments. This system includes the rugged BLX4R rackmount receiver, the versatile BLX1 bodypack transmitter, and the WL185 premium cardioid lavalier microphone, which offers clear and natural sound with interchangeable condenser cartridges for flexible use.

The BLX1 bodypack supports lavalier, headset microphones, and guitar inputs and features a durable On/Off toggle switch for easy operation. The BLX4R receiver is half-rack-sized, fits standard 19” racks, and includes advanced features typically unavailable in this price range, making it ideal for road use and fixed installations.


Included Accessories:

  • BLX4R Rackmount receiver

  • WL185 Lavalier microphone

  • BLX1 Bodypack transmitter

  • Single and dual rackmount kits

  • Two 1/4-wave antennas

  • Power supply

  • 2 AA batteries

  • Zipper bag

Shure BLX14R/W85 Specifications:

BLX4R Reciever:

Output 1x XLR Output 1x 1/4" (6.35 mm) Output
Output Impedance XLR: 200 ? 1/4": 50 ?
Audio Output Level XLR Connector: -20.5 dBV into 100k? Load (Reference /-33 kHz with 1 kHz Tone) 1/4": -13 dBV into 100k? Load (Reference /-33 kHz with 1 kHz Tone)
RF Sensitivity -105 dBm for 12 dB SINAD, Typical
Image Rejection >50 dB, Typical
Housing Molded ABS, Steel
Power Requirement 12 to 15 V DC @ 260 mA, Supplied by External Power Supply (Tip Positive)
Dimensions (H x W x D) 1.9 x 7.7 x 6.4" (50 x 198 x 163)
Weight 2.2 lb (998 g)

WL185 Condenser Lavalier Microphone

Audio Input Gain: -16 dBV (Maximum), 10 dBV (Minimum
Gain Adjustment Range 26 dB
Input Impedance 1 M?
RF Output 10 mW, Typical
Housing Molded ABS
Power Requirement 2x LR6 AA Batteries, 1.5 V Alkaline
Battery Life Up to 14 Hours
Dimensions (H x W x D) 4.3 x 2.5 x 0.8" (110 x 64 x 21 mm)
Weight 2.6 oz (75 g)

BLX1 Bodypack Transmitter

Transducer Electret Bias
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Response 50Hz to 17kHz
Dynamic Range (Typical) 102dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 18dB SPL (A-weighted)
Maximum Input Sound Level 130dB
Power Requirements Regulated Nominal 5 Vdc (2 Vdc to 10 Vdc)
Output Impedance 28 ohms
Output Connectors TA4-Female
Pad No
Low Frequency Roll-Off No
Dimensions Cable length: 4 foot (1.2 meter)
List price: $702.00
Price: $559.00