The Shure ADX2/K8 is a high-end handheld wireless microphone transmitter that pairs the premium KSM8 Dualdyne dynamic capsule with the advanced Axient Digital wireless platform. This system is engineered for professional vocalists who demand exceptional audio quality, durability, and intelligent wireless control. The KSM8 capsule features an innovative dual-diaphragm design that actively cancels mechanical handling noise and minimizes the proximity effect, resulting in a clear, natural sound that remains consistent whether the performer holds the microphone close or at a distance. This technology provides superior isolation from stage vibrations and handling bumps, addressing common issues with traditional dynamic handheld microphones.

The transmitter body incorporates the full suite of Axient Digital intelligence, providing secure, high-fidelity digital audio transmission with an extremely low noise floor and wide dynamic range. The system excels in challenging RF environments through sophisticated interference detection and avoidance, and supports ShowLink two-way communication for remote control and monitoring. This allows audio engineers to adjust transmitter parameters like gain and RF power from the mixing console, a crucial capability for managing large-scale productions. Built to professional touring standards, the transmitter features a durable metal body, a hardened steel grille, and an intuitive OLED display.

Powered by a high-capacity rechargeable lithium-ion battery, the ADX2/K8 is designed for extended use. By combining the groundbreaking noise-canceling technology of the KSM8 capsule with the reliability and intelligence of the Axient Digital ecosystem, this handheld system offers a top-tier solution for applications where vocal clarity, feedback rejection, and wireless system control are paramount, such as major live concerts and broadcast productions.