The Shure SLXD15+/85M Portable Wireless System is a professional digital wireless solution designed for videographers, ENG crews, filmmakers, and field production teams. The system combines the SLXD5+ portable receiver, SLXD1+ bodypack transmitter, and the low-profile WL185m cardioid lavalier microphone to deliver clear, reliable wireless audio for location recording.

Engineered for mobile workflows, the receiver can mount directly to a camera cold shoe or be used in a portable audio bag. With wide RF tuning, advanced wireless management tools, and remote control capabilities, the SLXD15+/85M ensures dependable wireless performance wherever production takes place.

Professional Wireless Audio for Video Production

The SLXD15+/85M system is designed for modern video and film production environments where portability and reliability are essential.

Typical uses include:

  • Documentary filmmaking
  • Electronic news gathering (ENG)
  • Film and television production
  • Corporate video production
  • Field interviews and location sound
  • Event and conference recording

The system’s rugged metal construction and compact form factor make it ideal for demanding on-location workflows.

24-Bit Digital Audio Performance

The SLXD15+/85M delivers transparent 24-bit digital audio with a dynamic range greater than 118 dB, providing broadcast-quality sound capture.

Key audio advantages include:

  • Clear and natural voice reproduction
  • Consistent signal quality across the coverage area
  • Low latency digital transmission
  • Excellent dynamic range for dialogue recording

This performance ensures professional-quality audio for video production and broadcast applications.

WL185m Cardioid Lavalier Microphone

The system includes the Shure WL185m cardioid lavalier microphone, a compact and discreet microphone designed for clear voice capture in professional environments.

Key benefits of the WL185m include:

  • Cardioid pickup pattern that helps reject ambient noise
  • Low-profile design for discreet on-camera appearance
  • Excellent speech intelligibility for interviews and presentations

The directional pickup pattern is especially useful in environments where background noise must be minimized.

Wide RF Tuning Range

The SLX-D+ wireless platform offers 138 MHz of wide tuning range, helping users find clean frequencies in crowded RF environments.

System capacity includes:

  • Up to 11 simultaneous systems in a 6 MHz TV band
  • Up to 14 simultaneous systems in an 8 MHz TV band

This flexibility makes the system well suited for production environments where multiple wireless systems may be in use.

ShowLink® Ease Remote Control

The system includes ShowLink® Ease technology, allowing the receiver to communicate directly with the transmitter for remote configuration.

Users can adjust transmitter settings over the air, including:

  • Frequency changes when interference is detected
  • RF power output level
  • Locking or unlocking transmitter controls
  • Firmware updates

This feature helps maintain stable wireless performance without needing physical access to the transmitter.

Multi-Mic Mode and Monitoring

The SLXD5+ portable receiver supports Multi-Mic Mode, allowing operators to manage multiple transmitters from a single receiver.

Audio monitoring options include:

  • Dual 3.5 mm outputs
  • Dedicated headphone monitoring output
  • Switchable mic or line-level output

This flexibility allows seamless integration with cameras, mixers, and field recorders.

Wireless Monitoring and Control

The SLXD15+/85M integrates with Shure Wireless Workbench software and the WWB Mobile app, allowing users to monitor and control wireless performance.

Available monitoring functions include:

  • RF signal strength
  • battery status
  • frequency coordination
  • transmitter settings

Remote access is available through Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity.

Digital Feedback Reduction

Shure’s Digital Feedback Reducer is built into every SLX-D+ receiver, automatically reducing unwanted audio feedback should it occur during recording or production.

Secure Wireless Transmission

For environments requiring secure communication, the SLX-D+ platform includes AES-256 encryption, protecting wireless transmissions for corporate, broadcast, and government applications.

Shure SLXD15+/85M Key Features

  • Portable digital wireless lavalier system
  • Includes SLXD5+ receiver, SLXD1+ transmitter, and WL185m lavalier microphone
  • 24-bit digital audio with >118 dB dynamic range
  • 138 MHz wide tuning range
  • Up to 11 systems in 6 MHz band / 14 systems in 8 MHz band
  • ShowLink® Ease remote transmitter control
  • Multi-Mic Mode for managing multiple wireless sources
  • Dual 3.5 mm audio outputs with headphone monitoring
  • Remote monitoring via Wireless Workbench and WWB Mobile app
  • Digital Feedback Reducer technology
  • AES-256 encrypted wireless transmission
  • Portable rugged metal construction

Ideal Applications

The SLXD15+/85M system is ideal for:

  • film production
  • documentary filming
  • broadcast journalism
  • corporate video production
  • live event recording
  • interviews and field reporting

System Components

The system includes:

  • SLXD5+ Portable Digital Wireless Receiver
  • SLXD1+ Bodypack Transmitter
  • WL185m Cardioid Lavalier Microphone

Battery Performance

SLXD1+ Transmitter

  • Up to 8 hours using two AA batteries
  • Compatible with Shure SB903 rechargeable batteries

SLXD5+ Receiver

  • Up to 5.5 hours using two AA batteries
  • Compatible with SB903 rechargeable batteries

 

List price: $1,129.00
Price: $899.00
SKU: Shure SLXD15+/85M
Catalog: 
Wireless Microphone Systems
Brand: 
Shure
Dimensions: 6 in × 6 in × 5 in
Weight: 1.5 lb