Advanced 4-Channel Wireless Receiver for Live Sound and Broadcast Installations
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Shure AD4Q is a professional-grade four-channel digital wireless receiver, engineered to meet the most demanding needs of live production, corporate events, theaters, and broadcast installations. It delivers exceptional RF performance, audio transparency, and system control with cutting-edge features like Danteâ„¢ networking, AES3 and AES67 digital outputs, Quadversity antenna configuration, and secure AES-256 encryption.
Shure AD4Q Competitive Differences
- Operates in a 166 MHz ultrawide tuning range (470 to 636 MHz) for maximum frequency availability
- Quadversity mode allows for expanded antenna coverage or zone separation to minimize dropouts
- True digital diversity reception on every channel improves signal reliability and RF noise resistance
- Low 2ms latency from microphone to analog output for seamless, real-time audio
- Dante Cue and Dante Browse allow front-panel headphone monitoring of any Dante-enabled source
- Switchable analog (XLR), AES3, AES67, and Dante digital audio outputs
- Secure AES-256 encryption ideal for high-security installations
- High Density (HD) mode supports up to 47 transmitters per 6 MHz channel
- Networked control via Wireless Workbench® software and ShurePlus™ Channels iOS app
- Configurable 4-port Ethernet switch with redundant and split-redundant options
Shure AD4Q Description
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Shure AD4Q four-channel digital wireless receiver is a centerpiece of the Axient Digital ecosystem, trusted for its fail-safe performance in mission-critical applications. With an ultrawide 166 MHz tuning bandwidth and compatibility with all AD and ADX series transmitters, the AD4Q provides flexible integration in multi-channel, high-density RF environments.
For advanced signal protection, Quadversity mode allows use of four antenna inputs to maximize RF coverage or cover multiple zones. Frequency Diversity mode ensures seamless audio backup via two discreet frequencies. True digital diversity reception further enhances reliability by combining two separate RF signals per channel for drop-out resistance.
Ideal for productions that demand precise audio fidelity and rock-solid wireless operation, the AD4Q delivers transparent 20Hz–20kHz audio, >120 dB dynamic range, and AES-256 encryption for secure transmission. Control and monitor capabilities extend across Dante, AES67, and AES3 networks, with front-panel headphone monitoring and networked app-based control.
For systems requiring more than 100 wireless channels, the Axient Digital platform (supporting over 120) and Shure's ecosystem of tools like the AXT600 Spectrum Manager and AD610 ShowLink Access Point offer unparalleled coordination and interference mitigation.
AD4Q Features
- Four-channel digital wireless receiver in a single rackspace unit
- Compatible with all AD and ADX transmitters
- Transparent 20Hz–20kHz frequency response
- >120 dB dynamic range with ultra-low 2ms latency
- True digital diversity reception per channel
- Quadversity mode for extended antenna placement or zone coverage
- Frequency Diversity mode with seamless switching between redundant transmitters
- Dante Cue and Browse for real-time network audio monitoring
- 256-bit AES encryption for secure wireless operation
- High Density mode supports up to 47 transmitters per 6 MHz TV channel
- Integrated 4-port configurable Ethernet switch with PoE
- Wireless Workbench software and ShurePlus Channels iOS app compatibility
- Networked charging and remote battery monitoring for transmitters
- ShowLink compatibility for real-time remote control of ADX transmitters
AD4Q Specifications
- Tuning Range: 470–636 MHz (166 MHz bandwidth)
- Audio Latency: 2ms (analog output)
- Audio Output: 4x XLR (transformer-balanced), AES3 digital, AES67, Dante
- Word Clock input and thru
- Network Ports: 4x RJ45 (2x Dante, 2x Ethernet control, all PoE capable)
- Power Input: Locking AC power with cascade option
- Front Panel: Headphone output with Dante Cue/Browse support
- Encryption: AES-256
- RF Diversity: True Digital Diversity per channel
- Antenna Ports: 4x with DC bias for active antennas
- RF Cascade Ports: Switchable to Quadversity mode
- Mounting: 1U rackmount chassis
- Weight: Approx. 9.2 lbs (4.2 kg)
- Dimensions: 19" x 13.7" x 1.72" (W x D x H)
- UPC: 042406533584
What’s in the Box
- Shure AD4Q Four-Channel Digital Wireless Receiver (AD4QNP=-A)
- Rackmount hardware
- (Power Supply NOT included, look at AD4Q US if PSU is needed)
- Note: Transmitters and accessories sold separately
Shure AD4QNP
(Shure AD4Q NP-A)
