Shure WH20QTR Dynamic Headset Microphones

by Shure

Product Features

• with 1/4" Plug

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 6.4 x 3.2 inches ; 8.8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B0002F6OY4
• Item model number: WH20QTR
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #18,196 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The Shure Model WH20 is a rugged, lightweight, dynamic headset microphone that provides high-quality voice pickup. It fits securely for active microphone users, such as aerobics instructors and musicians, with low visibility for stage appearances. The WH20 is suitable for any voice communications application where comfort and reliability are required.

The WH20QTR has a right-angle 1/4 inch phone plug for use with Shure Headset Wireless Microphone Systems, or any unbalanced microphone input.

The WH20 has a cardioid (unidirectional) pickup pattern. This provides greater gain-before-feedback and isolation from ambient noise and other unwanted sound sources, such as air-conditioning, musical instruments and loudspeakers. A carefully shaped frequencyÊresponse includes a voice-frequency presence peak and a low-frequency rolloff to compensate for the proximity effect inherent in cardioid microphones during close-talk operation.

An integrated elastic CROAKIES headband secures the headset comfortably. The headband, wireframe,and gooseneck are adjustable to accommodate any head size or shape. The WH20 is supplied with a foam windscreen and clothing clip.

• Lightweight wireframe and headband adjust for a secure, comfortable fit
• Extra-strong, small-diameter attached microphone cable resists breakage
• Collapsible microphone boom for easy storage and transportation
• Smooth, natural frequency response comparable to high-quality dynamic hand-held vocal microphones
• High input clipping level eliminates overload distortion
• Reliable at temperature and humidity extremes
• Supplied foam windscreen and clothing clip

Product Description

The Shure WH20 is a rugged, lightweight, dynamic headset microphone that provides high-quality voice pickup. It fits securely for active microphone users, such as aerobics instructors and musicians, with low visibility for stage appearances. Suitable for any voice communications application where comfort and reliability are required. The WH20 has a cardioid (unidirectional) pickup pattern. This provides greater gain-before-feedback and isolation from ambient noise and other unwanted sound sources, such as air-conditioning, musical instruments and loudspeakers. A carefully shaped frequency response includes a voice-frequency presence peak and a low-frequency rolloff to compensate for the proximity effect inherent in cardioid microphones during close-talk operation. An integrated elastic headband secures the headset comfortably. The headband, wireframe, and gooseneck are adjustable to accommodate any head size or shape. WH20 is supplied with foam windscreen and clothing clip.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good mic, December 19, 2006

By 

paparazzi83 (Honolulu, Hawaii) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Shure WH20QTR Dynamic Headset Microphones (Electronics)

I havent used my mic for a while, but when I have, it's been fairly good. The biggest issue I have with it is the headband- I wish it didnt hurt so much! And it does interefere with my glasses at times... so taking it off and putting it on all the time can be a pain. As for performance, well, on Tour (i drive a tour bus and narrate at the same time) it has a very good sound to it, and the microphone doesnt feel like it's in the way (its actually sort of comfortable if you get the head strap on right).

Honestly, the worst thing about this mic is the head band since it's metal and pokes a lot. Thats the reason for 4 stars. Other than that, I couldnt reccomend another!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Low Profile PA Headset, January 24, 2009

By 

P. McCarthy "maccars" (Jackson, MS) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Shure WH20QTR Dynamic Headset Microphones (Electronics)

I use this product in announcing sporting events for a local high school athletic program. The WH200TR was selected over the same manufacturer's SM-10A because this unit is inobtrusive in appearance, and was reputed to have excellent sound quality.

The headset performed very well, once the PA system was adjusted for the unit's much more sensitive microphone than the handheld previously used. This adjustment did take a bit more time than expected, however once properly tuned in the mic works very well. The primary advantage this unit has is its superior sound quality; my big adjustment difficulty was in lowering my voice; I tended to ovewhelm the mic with it being so close to my lips. It just takes some trial and error.

Two gripes. The first is important; the headset only has a four-foot cable. Once the headset is on your head, you can't go very far from the amp/mixer. Second, I really wish the mic had an inline on/off switch. Out of the box, it is always "on". A switch would make this unit perfect.

I have read some other reviews where the user was complaining about the fit of the headset. This unit has a heavy rigid metal frame which fits behind the head and over the top of each ear. By it's nature, it is somewhat spring-loaded. Once the fit is adjusted by trial and error, the headset is really very comfortable, but time is required to get the fit just right.

I rate at Four-Stars due to the lack of an on/off switch. I would purchase this unit again.

Mac

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sounds like the pros!, May 3, 2011

By 

Bernardo Phoenix - See all my reviews

Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: Shure WH20QTR Dynamic Headset Microphones (Electronics)

I purchased this microphone for my church because people were asking for an audio copy of the message that the pastor was teaching. This mic works flawlessly and sounds super clean and clear. We are now up and running with our professional sounding podcast. The pastor says that he forgets that it's even there which is important...he's able to focus on what he's talking about rather than what he's talking through. Thank you Shure for this fine product!