Shure TwinPlex TL47T/O-MTQG-A – Subminiature Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone (Tan)

Product Overview

The Shure TwinPlex TL47T/O-MTQG-A is a subminiature omnidirectional condenser lavalier microphone designed for broadcast production, theater, government presentation, and professional AV applications requiring discrete, high-fidelity body-worn audio capture. Its patent-pending dual-diaphragm capsule delivers a 20 Hz–20 kHz frequency response with 24.5 dB self-noise and a 117.5 dB dynamic range — performance specifications that position it among the cleanest-sounding lavalier microphones available for professional wireless systems. The MTQG (TA4F) connector is compatible with Shure ULXD, QLXD, SLXD, and BLX bodypack wireless transmitters, making the TL47T/O-MTQG-A a direct integration option for existing Shure wireless infrastructure. The tan color variant suits fair to medium skin tones and typical flesh-toned clothing for visual concealment on camera.

Product Description

The TwinPlex TL47 is built around a dual-diaphragm capsule that provides approximately twice the surface area of conventional subminiature microphone elements, resulting in improved sensitivity, lower self-noise, and more natural low-frequency reproduction than single-diaphragm lavalier designs. The superhydrophobic coating on the capsule and cable resists perspiration, humidity, and environmental moisture, extending reliable operation during long productions and high-activity talent environments. The 1.6 mm paintable cable diameter provides a discreet profile under clothing and accepts fabric-matching paint for camera applications. At 12 g with cable, the TL47 imposes minimal loading on wireless bodypack transmitters and lightweight clothing. The included accessories variant (-A suffix) ships with a selection of clothing clips, mounts, and windscreens to support diverse placement configurations across broadcast, corporate, government, and theatrical AV deployments. For an alternative cardioid subminiature lavalier on Shure wireless systems, see the Shure UL4 UniPlex Lavalier at Creation Networks.

Key Features

• Dual-Diaphragm Capsule Design — Patent-pending capsule architecture provides approximately twice the surface area of conventional subminiature elements, delivering improved sensitivity and lower self-noise for broadcast-grade audio.
• Full-Range Frequency Response (20 Hz–20 kHz) — Extended low- and high-frequency response captures natural speech and vocal timbre without the rolloffs common in smaller lavalier designs.
• Low Self-Noise (24.5 dB SPL-A) — Suitable for quiet speech, soft vocals, and sensitive speech intelligibility applications in broadcast, corporate AV, and government spaces.
• High Dynamic Range (117.5 dB) and Max SPL (142 dB) — Handles everything from quiet presenter speech to high-SPL theatrical environments without distortion.
• Superhydrophobic Coating — Capsule and cable repel perspiration and humidity, extending reliable operation in high-activity talent environments and outdoor productions.
• MTQG (TA4F) Connector — Direct compatibility with Shure ULXD, QLXD, SLXD, and BLX wireless bodypack transmitters with no adapter required.
• 1.6 mm Paintable Cable — Ultra-thin, low-profile cable minimizes visibility under clothing and can be painted to match fabric colors for camera-facing applications.
• Accessories Included (-A Variant) — Supplied with clothing clips, mounting hardware, and windscreens for flexible placement across broadcast, theater, corporate, and government AV applications.

Typical Applications

• Broadcast studio talent miking for on-camera presenters
• Government meeting space and town hall wireless presenter audio
• House of worship wireless lavalier for clergy and speakers
• Corporate all-hands room and auditorium presenter audio
• Theater and live event production body-worn miking
• Training room and commercial meeting space presenter wireless

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Shure wireless systems is the MTQG connector compatible with?

The MTQG (TA4F) connector is compatible with Shure ULXD, QLXD, SLXD, and BLX bodypack wireless transmitters. It is the standard connector for the majority of current Shure professional wireless bodypacks used in commercial AV, broadcast, and theater applications.

How does the TL47 differ from the TL45 and TL46 in the TwinPlex lineup?

The TwinPlex lineup spans TL45, TL46, TL47, and TL48 models with varying cable lengths and configurations. All share the dual-diaphragm capsule architecture. The TL47 is the mid-length variant, suited for most presenter and on-camera talent placement scenarios. Refer to the Shure TwinPlex User Guide for a detailed comparison by cable length and configuration.

Can the cable be painted to match clothing?

Yes. The 1.6 mm cable is designed to accept fabric paint or theatrical cable paint for concealment under clothing and against skin. Use water-based fabric paint and allow it to dry fully before use to avoid any capsule contamination.

What accessories are included in the -A variant?

The -A suffix denotes the accessories-included package, which typically ships with a selection of clothing clips, a snap-mount, a self-adhesive mount, and a foam windscreen. Refer to the current Shure accessory list in the TwinPlex User Guide for the exact contents of each accessories kit.