Shure RKC800 Single Rack Space XLR Connector Kit for AMS8100, SCM800, SCM810

Product Overview

The Shure RKC800 XLR Connector Kit converts the removable block input and output connectors on the SCM800, SCM810, and AMS8100 microphone mixers to standard XLR connections. It is the correct accessory for integrators who need to terminate these rack-mount mixers with XLR cabling rather than the factory-installed screw-terminal block connectors, enabling clean integration into commercial AV signal chains.

Product Description

The Shure SCM800, SCM810, and AMS8100 mixers ship with removable screw-terminal block connectors on their inputs and outputs. In many commercial AV and broadcast installations, XLR connectivity is standard practice for reliability and ease of patching. The RKC800 adds eight XLR input connectors and two XLR output connectors, converting the mixer's termination to match industry-standard XLR wiring conventions. This makes the mixer compatible with standard XLR snake wiring, patch bays, and signal processing chains used in conference rooms, broadcast studios, boardrooms, and government AV systems. For the compatible mixer, see the Shure SCM800 8-Channel Microphone Mixer.

Key Features

• 8 XLR Input Connectors — Converts all eight microphone input channels on the SCM800/SCM810/AMS8100 from screw-terminal block to standard XLR, compatible with commercial AV wiring infrastructure.
• 2 XLR Output Connectors — Converts both output channels to XLR, enabling direct connection to amplifiers, processors, and DSP systems using standard balanced XLR cabling.
• SCM800, SCM810, AMS8100 Compatibility — Designed specifically for Shure's 1RU rack-mount microphone mixer platform, fitting the removable block connector positions on all three models.
• Rack-Mount Integration — Facilitates clean, professional rack wiring in equipment rooms, eliminating the need for terminal block adapters in the field.
• OEM Shure Accessory — Genuine Shure replacement kit ensuring connector quality and fit consistent with the mixer's design specifications.

Typical Applications

• Boardroom and executive conference room AV systems with rack-mounted microphone mixers
• Government chambers and council rooms requiring standardized XLR wiring
• Commercial meeting spaces with centralized AV equipment rooms
• Training rooms and auditoriums using SCM800/SCM810 for multi-microphone speech reinforcement
• Broadcast studios and production environments where XLR infrastructure is standard

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the RKC800 replace on the SCM800?
The RKC800 replaces the removable screw-terminal block input and output connectors on the SCM800, SCM810, and AMS8100 with standard XLR connectors. This is useful when your installation uses XLR cabling rather than bare-wire terminations.

Is the RKC800 required to use the SCM800?
No. The SCM800 and SCM810 ship with removable screw-terminal blocks that are fully functional. The RKC800 is an optional accessory for integrators who prefer XLR terminations for compatibility with existing AV wiring infrastructure.

Does the RKC800 affect the audio signal quality of the SCM800?
The RKC800 is a passive connector conversion kit. It does not process or alter the audio signal; it simply changes the connector type at the mixer's input and output terminals.

What is Shure's warranty on the RKC800?
The RKC800 is covered by Shure's standard warranty. Contact Shure support or your authorized Shure dealer for current warranty terms applicable to your region.

Can the RKC800 be installed in the field after initial deployment?
Yes. The screw-terminal block connectors on the SCM800 and SCM810 are designed to be removable, so the RKC800 can be installed by an AV technician after initial deployment without returning the mixer to a service center.