© 2019 Shure Incorporated
Updated:03/19
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this document is correct, we accept no liability
in respect of errors or omissions. All specifications within this document are subject to change without notice.
TwinPlex™ TL46 Subminiature Lavalier Microphones
Overview
TwinPlex™ TL46 offers unmatched signal-to-noise, superior natural sound quality, and a high sensitivity output. Perfect for dialogue and medium
SPL applications, the TL46 also features an ultra-durable 1.6 mm paintable cable, interchangeable moisture-resistant frequency caps with LEMO
or TA4F connectors. It’s the premium choice when the message needs to rise above the noise.
Features
• The TL46 is ideal for a variety of theater, film, broadcast, and live TV applications when additional output (8-10dB) is required
• Twice the surface area of other subminiature microphones for pristine, natural response and robust low-frequency response due to the patent
pending dual-diaphragm design
• Improved off-axis consistency yields accurate reproduction regardless of vocal source position or movement
• Best-in-class low self-noise and dynamic range for cleaner audio production
• Interchangeable sweat- and moisture-resistant frequency caps prevent sweat-outs due to an invisible superhydrophobic
nanoscopic coating
• Paintable 1.6 mm cable that is immune to memory effect and kinks
• Dual redundant ground in cable serves as secondary shield for longevity
• Sound signature: Natural
• Sensitivity: High
• Colors: Black, Cocoa, Tan, White
• Connectors: LEMO, MTQG/TA4F
• Accessories: Available separately
Specifications
Microphone Capsule Dual-Diaphragm, Prepolarized Condenser
Polar Pattern Omnidirectional
Frequency Response 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Sensitivity -37.0 dBV(14.1 mV) at 1 kHz
Self-Noise,
A-Weighted, Equivalent Acoustical
Signal-To-Noise Ratio 70.0 dB
Output Clipping Level
Maximum SPL
Dynamic Range
Microphone Current Draw 120 to 240 µA, typical
Bias Voltage
Recommended Operating Voltage
Housing Molded ABS
Polarity
Cable Diameter 1.6 mm
Cable Length 66 in. (1.67 m)
Microphone Length 13.5 mm
Microphone Diameter 5.6 mm
Net Weight
with Cable
24.0 dB SPL-A
3.0 dBV,1 kHz
at 1% THD, typical
134.0 dB SPL
1 kHz at 1% THD, typical
110.0 dB
typical
5 VDC
LEMO: Positive pressure at diaphragm leads to negative voltage with respect to ground
MTQG: Positive pressure at diaphragm leads to positive voltage with respect to ground
12.0 g (0.42 oz.)
TwinPlex™ TL46
Subminiature Lavalier
Microphone
Available Models
TL46B/O-LEMO TwinPlex™ Subminiature Omnidirectional Lavalier, High Sensitivity, 1.6 mm Cable with LEMO Connector, Black
TL46B/O-MTQG TwinPlex™ Subminiature Omnidirectional Lavalier, High Sensitivity, 1.6 mm Cable with MTQG Connector, Black
TL46C/O-LEMO TwinPlex™ Subminiature Omnidirectional Lavalier, High Sensitivity, 1.6 mm Cable with LEMO Connector, Cocoa
TL46C/O-MTQG TwinPlex™ Subminiature Omnidirectional Lavalier, High Sensitivity, 1.6 mm Cable with MTQG Connector, Cocoa
TL46T/O-LEMO TwinPlex™ Subminiature Omnidirectional Lavalier, High Sensitivity, 1.6 mm Cable with LEMO Connector, Tan
TL46T/O-MTQG TwinPlex™ Subminiature Omnidirectional Lavalier, High Sensitivity, 1.6 mm Cable with MTQG Connector, Tan
TL46W/O-LEMO TwinPlex™ Subminiature Omnidirectional Lavalier, High Sensitivity, 1.6 mm Cable with LEMO Connector, White
TL46W/O-MTQG TwinPlex™ Subminiature Omnidirectional Lavalier, High Sensitivity, 1.6 mm Cable with MTQG Connector, White
© 2019 Shure Incorporated
Updated:03/19
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this document is correct, we accept no liability
in respect of errors or omissions. All specifications within this document are subject to change without notice.
TwinPlex™ TL46 Subminiature Lavalier Microphones
Furnished Accessories
• Frequency Caps, Flat Response, Qty. 3
• Frequency Caps, Presence Response, Qty. 2
Optional AccessoriesOptional Accessories
Replacement Connectors Clips and Mounts Preamps
WA430 Replacement Neutrik mTQG connector kit, TA4F RPM40STC/B Single Tie Clip, Black, Qty. 3 RPM400TQG Wired TQG to XLR Preamplifier with Beltclip
WA435 Replacement Neutrik mTQG connector kit, TA5F RPM40STC/C Single Tie Clip, Cocoa, Qty. 3 RPM400LEMO Wired LEMO3 to XLR Preamplifier with Beltclip
WA445 Neutrik threaded collar shell for WA430/WA435 RPM40STC/T Single Tie Clip, Tan, Qty. 3 Other
WA416 Replacement LEMO3, 1.6 mm connector RPM40STC/W Single Tie Clip, White, Qty. 3 RPM40PREMNT Preamplifier Mounting Kit
Windscreens RPM40TC/B Dual Tie Clip, Black, Qty. 3 RPM40PRECLIP Beltclip for RPM400 Preamplifiers
RPM40WS/B Windscreens,Black, Qty. 5 RPM40TC/C Dual Tie Clip, Cocoa, Qty. 3 RPM40KIT Full Accessory Kit for TL Lavaliers
RPM40WS/T Windscreens,Tan, Qty. 5 RPM40TC/T Dual Tie Clip, Tan, Qty. 3 RPM40CASE Storage Case for TL Lavalier
RPM40WS/C Windscreens,Cocoa, Qty. 5 RPM40TC/W Dual Tie Clip, White, Qty. 3
RPM40WS/W Windscreens,White, Qty. 5 RPM40TC/M Single Tie Clip Mix Pack (1 of each color)
RPM40WS/M Windscreens (2 of each color), Qty. 8 RPM40VM/B Black Vampire Clip, Qty. 3
RPM40MWJ Rycote MiniWindjammer, Gray, Qty 2 RPM40VM/W White Vampire Clip, Qty. 3
Frequency Caps RPM40SM Clear Sticky Mount Qty. 3
RPM40FC/B Flat cap, Black, Qty. 10 RPM40MM/B Black Magnet Mount, Qty. 2
RPM40FC/C Flat cap, Cocoa, Qty. 10 RPM40MM/W White Magnet Mount, Qty. 2
RPM40FC/T Flat cap, Tan, Qty. 10 RPM40SVM/B Vampire Sticky Mount, Qty. 3
RPM40FC/W Flat cap, White, Qty. 10 RPM40TS Adhesives for Sticky Mount. Qty. 15
RPM40PC/B Presence cap, Black, Qty. 10 RPM40TS/50 Adhesives for Sticky Mount. Qty. 50
RPM40PC/C Presence cap, Cocoa, Qty. 10 RPM40SO/B Black Standoff for TL accessories, Qty. 10
RPM40PC/T Presence cap, Tan, Qty. 10 RPM40SO/C Cocoa Standoff for TL accessories, Qty. 10
RPM40PC/W Presence cap, White, Qty. 10 RPM40SO/T Tan Standoff for TL accessories, Qty. 10
RPM40SO/W White Standoff for TL accessories, Qty. 10
Polar Patterns
1000 Hz
Frequency Response