Shure SM93 - Manual

Models WL93 and SM93 User Guide

©

2009 Shure Incorporated

27D3106 (Rev. 5)

Printed in U.S.A.

GENERAL

Shure Model WL93 and SM93 Microphones are omnidirectional,
subminiature, lavalier electret condenser microphones. Their
visually unobtrusive design and tailored frequency response make
them ideal for body-worn applications in TV broadcasting, theater,
and sound reinforcement. Both the Model WL93 and the SM93
feature a small microphone element that provides full, clear sound
comparable to that of much larger microphones.
The WL93, intended for wireless use, connects directly to a Shure
wireless body-pack transmitter. The SM93, intended for wired
applications, includes a preamplifier assembly for connection to
three-pin professional (XLR) audio connectors. The SM93 requires
phantom power, and operates over a range of 11 to 52 Vdc,
covering both DIN and IEC phantom power standards.

FEATURES

• Subminiature lavalier design; ideal size for theater, television

broadcasting, video, film, and sound reinforcement

• Small, inconspicuous mounting hardware
• Full, clear sound comparable to larger microphones
• Smooth extended frequency response with presence rise special-

ly tailored for chest-worn microphone operation

• Controlled low-frequency rolloff reduces low-frequency clothing

and room noise

• Low distortion, wide dynamic range
• Uniform omnidirectional polar pattern
• Preamplifier assembly (SM93) can be pocketed, strapped to the

body, or clipped to belt or waistband

• Wide-range phantom powering (SM93) accepts all commonly

used voltages

VARIATIONS

CONNECTIONS

Connect the male, four-pin miniature connector (TA4M) at the end
of the 93 microphone cable to the supplied preamplifier (SM93) or
to a Shure wireless body-pack (WL93).

NOTE:

Do not connect the 93 microphone directly to a mixer

without using the supplied preamplifier or body-pack.

MOUNTING THE MICROPHONE

The tie clips and mounting bracket provided with the WL93 and
SM93 allow the user to wear the microphone in a variety of ways.
To achieve optimum pickup, attach the microphone to the user's
chest. You can also obtain high-quality sound when the
microphone is worn in the hair, sewn into clothing, or attached to
an acoustic instrument such as a guitar.
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Tie Clip.

A spring-loaded clasp attaches easily to a necktie, lapel,

blouse, or shirt. Snap the microphone into the clip's mounting

bracket and attach the clip to an article of clothing. The dual tie

clip supplied with the SM93 provides simultaneous mounting of

two microphones.

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Sew-On Bracket.

Sew the supplied sew-on mounting bracket

directly to a garment (Figure 1). Use dark or light thread as

necessary to match the color of the bracket.

SEW-ON MOUNTING

FIGURE 1

MOUNTING THE SM93 PREAMPLIFIER

Use the spring-loaded belt clip to hold the amplifier to a belt, skirt
or trouser waistband, or inside pocket.

WINDSCREENS

An acoustic foam windscreen is supplied to help reduce
undesirable wind noise associated with outdoor miking.

Version

Cable

Color

WL93

1.2 m (4 ft.)

Black matte microphone and ca-
ble with black accessories

SM93
WL93-6

1.8 m (6 ft.)

WL93T

1.2 m (4 ft.)

Tan matte microphone and cable
with tan accessories

WL93-6T

1.8 m (6 ft.)