The Shure TwinPlex™ omnidirectional headset offers exceptional sound quality and the lightest, most comfortable fit for a variety of applications. The TwinPlex dual-diaphragm technology yields extraordinary, off-axis response, and low self-noise while delivering life-like, exceptional clarity and robust low frequency response, free of digital interference. The cable itself is ultra quiet and has been tested to be the longest-lasting, most dependable cable in its class. The innovative clutch system quickly allows adjustment of length and pitch of the boom arm for optimal placement and a stable fit while the ultralight frame virtually is weightless for extended comfort and wear.
The TwinPlex series features the most extensive accessories and connector options to date. TwinPlex not only meets premium market-leading expectations, they exceed them.
Note: Not all model variations are available. Refer to www.shure.com/twinplex for the most up to date offerings.
The TwinPlex lavalier dual-diaphragm has a nanocoating which rejects the build-up of grit from sweat and water. It is designed to withstand being blown out with a can of air for quick clean-up.
| ➀ Adjust headband width |  |
| ➁ Adjust the earhooks and boom angle |  |
| ➂ Unscrew the clutch to adjust boom height and length |  |
| ➃ Bend boom arm into place. Adjust position |  |
| ➄ Select flat or presence cap |  |
The microphone boom can be positioned on the left or right side of the head.
| Description | Black | Tan | Cocoa | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Foam Windscreen | RPM40WS/B | RPM40WS/T | RPM40WS/C |
| 2 | Frequency Caps, Flat Response | RPM40FC/B | RPM40FC/T | RPM40FC/C |
| Frequency Caps, Presence Response | RPM40PC/B | RPM40PC/T | RPM40PC/C | |
| 3 | Microphone Boom Arm and Cable Assembly, Lemo Connector | RPM53B/O-LEMO | RPM53T/O-LEMO | RPM53C/O-LEMO |
| Microphone Boom Arm and Cable Assembly, MTQG Connector | RPM53B/O-MTQG | RPM53T/O-MTQG | RPM53C/O-MTQG | |
| Microphone Boom Arm and Cable Assembly, No Connector | RPM53B/O-NC | RPM53T/O-NC | RPM53C/O-NC | |
| Microphone Boom Arm and Cable Assembly, MicroDot Connector | RPM53B/O-MDOT | RPM53T/O-MDOT | RPM53C/O-MDOT | |
| 4 | Cable Flex | RPM53B-CF | RPM53T-CF | RPM53C-CF |
| 5 | Cable Headset Clip | RPM53B-CC | RPM53T-CC | RPM53C-CC |
| 6 | Headset Frame | RPM53B-HF | RPM53T-HF | RPM53C-HF |
| 7 | Collar Clip | RPM40STC/B (Black), RPM40STC/W (White) | RPM40STC/T | RPM40STC/C |
| 8 | Connector | WA430 (MTQG), WA416 (LEMO) | ||
| 9 | Threaded TA4F/MTQG Collar | WA445 | ||
| 10 | XLR Preamplifier | RPM400TQG (TA4F to XLR), RPM400LEMO (LEMO to XLR) | ||
| 11 | Clear Earhook Sleeve | RPM50ES | ||
| Storage Case | RPM50CASE | |||
| Series | Cable Construction | Electrical Design | Polarity | Replacement Connector | For Use With | Wiring | Line Art (From Solder Side) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TH53-MTQG | 1.6mm cable with 2 conductors, 2 shield wires and shield | 3-Wire (Source Follower) | Positive with respect to ground | WA430 | All Shure TA4F Bodypacks |
Red wire: Bias(2) Blue wire: Audio(3) Shield wire: Ground(1) Shield: Ground (Shell) |
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| TH53-LEMO | 1.6mm cable with 2 conductors, 2 shield wires and shield | 2-Wire (Common Source) | Negative with respect to ground | WA416 | Shure Lemo bodypacks (ADX1-Lemo, Shure UR1M-Lemo, ULXD1-Lemo), Sennheiser SK5212, Lectrosonics SSM, and others |
Red wire: Audio/Bias(3) Blue wire: Not connected Shield wire: Ground(1) |
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| TH53-NC | 1.6mm cable with 2 conductors, 2 shield wires and shield | 2-Wire (Common Source) | Negative with respect to ground | LEMO: WA416, Shure TQG/TA4F: WA430, Lectrosonics TA5F: WA435 | Termination Dependent |
Red wire: Audio/Bias Blue wire: Not connected Shield wire: Ground Shield: Ground (Shell) |
 
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| Series | Cable Construction | Electrical Design | Polarity | Replacement Connector | For Use With | Wiring | Line Art (From Solder Side) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TH53-LEMO | 1.6mm cable with 2 conductors, 2 shield wires and shield | 2-Wire (Common Source) | Negative with respect to ground | Shure TQG/TA4F: WA430 | Termination Dependent |
Shield wire: Ground(1) Red wire: Audio/Bias(3) Blue wire: Not connected 8.25kΩ Resistor between pin 2 and 3 Shield: Ground(Shell) |
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| Series | Cable Construction | Electrical Design | Polarity | Replacement Connector | For Use With | Wiring | Line Art (From Solder Side) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TH53-MTQG | 1.6mm cable with 2 conductors, 2 shield wires and shield | 3-Wire (Source Follower) | Positive with respect to ground | WA435 | Lectrosonics TA5F bodypacks |
Red wire: Bias(3) Blue wire: Audio(5) Shield wire: Ground(1) Shield: Ground(Shell) Jumper between 2 and 4 |
 |
| TH53-LEMO, TH53-NC | 1.6mm cable with 2 conductors, 2 shield wires and shield | 2-Wire (Common Source) | Negative with respect to ground | WA435 | Lectrosonics TA5F bodypacks |
Red wire: Audio/Bias(3) Blue wire: Not connected Shield wire: Ground(1) Shield: Ground(Shell) Jumper between 2 and 4 |
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Notes:
| Series | Cable Construction | Electrical Design | Polarity | Replacement Connector | For Use With | Wiring | Line Art (From Solder Side) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TH53-LEMO TH53-NC |
1.6mm cable with 2 conductors, 2 shield wires and shield | 2-Wire (Common Source) | Negative with respect to ground | Hirose 4-pin-KMC-9BPD-4P | Sony Hirose Bodypacks (WRT) |
Red wire: Audio/Bias: Into resistor and capacitor 1: 8.2k resistor 2: Jumper to 4 3: 1 uF capacitor (-) 4: Ground/shield-jumper to 2 Split Shield to shell Blue wire: not used |
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| TH53-MTQG | 1.6mm cable with 2 conductors, 2 shield wires and shield | 3-Wire (Source Follower) | Positive with respect to ground | Hirose 4-pin-KMC-9BPD-4P | Sony Hirose Bodypacks (WRT) |
1: Red wire (Bias) 2: Blue wire (Audio) 3: Jumper to 4 4: Ground/shield-jumper to 3 Split Shield to shell |
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Exploded View
Note: Make sure to solder the shield to ground collar.
Assembled View
Dual-Diaphragm, Prepolarized Condenser
Omnidirectional
20 Hz to 20 kHz
-45.0 dBV (5.62 mV) at 1 kHz[2]
24.5 dB SPL-A
69.5 dB
3.0 dBV,1 kHz at 1% THD, typical
142.0 dB SPL,1 kHz at 1% THD, typical
117.5 dB typical
120 to 240 µA, typical
Recommended Operating Voltage
5 V DC
Molded ABS
| MTQG | Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 3 with respect to pin 1 |
| LEMO, NC, MDOT | Positive pressure on diaphragm produces negative voltage on pin 3 with respect to pin 1. |
1.6 mm
| MTQG, LEMO, MDOT | 66 in. (1.67 m) |
| NC | 96 in. (2.43 m) |
| Boom arm with cable | 12.0 g (0.42 oz.) |
| Headset frame | 6.0 g (0.21 oz.) |
[1]All specifications measured with a 48 Vdc phantom power supply. The microphone operates at lower voltages, but with slightly decreased headroom and sensitivity.
[2] 1 Pa=94 dB SPL
[3]S/N ratio is the difference between 94 dB SPL and equivalent SPL of self noise, A-weighted
[4]THD of microphone preamplifier when applied input signal level is equivalent to cartridge output at specified SPL
Dimensions
| A | B | C | D | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cable Length | Cable Diameter | Microphone Length | Microphone Diameter | Boom Length | |
| TH53-MTQG, TH53-MDOT, TH53-LEMO | 66 in. (1.67M) | 1.6MM | 13.5MM | 5.6MM | 13.6CM |
| TH53-NC | 96 in. (2.43M) | 1.6MM | 13.5MM | 5.6MM | 13.6CM |
This product meets the Essential Requirements of all relevant European directives and is eligible for CE marking.
The CE Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from: www.shure.com/europe/compliance
Authorized European representative:
Shure Europe GmbH
Headquarters Europe, Middle East & Africa
Department: EMEA Approval
Jakob-Dieffenbacher-Str. 12
75031 Eppingen, Germany
Phone: +49-7262-92 49 0
Fax: +49-7262-92 49 11 4
Email: info@shure.de
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