Shure
Shure Microphone Cartridge
Best replacement component for professional Microflex audio system maintenance.
Enhance your audio setup with the Shure Microphone Cartridge, model R184W-A, in a striking Bright White finish. This supercardioid replacement cartridge is designed for seamless integration with Shure Microflex-series microphones, including lavalier, boundary, gooseneck, and overhead models that feature an interchangeable cartridge system. It ensures consistent, professional audio quality, making it a reliable choice for maintaining or upgrading your existing microphone setup. Experience precise sound capture and the trusted performance Shure is known for.
$67.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
245
/ 549
#245 in Microphone Accessories
Price vs Category Average
-50%
Below average
Part Number
184
/ RW-A
Who it's for
- Touring professionals needing gear that survives constant travel
- Audio engineers seeking reliable, consistent sound for live mixes
- Live sound technicians requiring fast, modular field repairs
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious users looking for affordable maintenance options
- Producers requiring a flat, neutral frequency response
- Cautious buyers worried about verifying product authenticity
Performance breakdown
Audio Fidelity
Delivers the crisp, professional sound signature expected from Shure's Microflex line.
Polar Pattern Precision
The supercardioid pickup effectively isolates voices while rejecting unwanted background noise.
Installation Ease
Interchangeable design makes swapping cartridges a quick, tool-free process for users.
System Compatibility
Seamlessly integrates across the entire Microflex ecosystem of professional microphones.
Build Durability
Robust construction ensures consistent performance through frequent professional use.
Aesthetic Integration
The bright white finish provides a clean, unobtrusive look for installations.
Key Specs
Part Number
R184W-A
Color
White
Polar Pattern
Supercardioid
Compatibility
Microflex-series lavalier, boundary, gooseneck, and overhead microphones
Material
Plastic
Accessory Type
Windscreen
Mounting Type
Desktop Base
Features
- Focused supercardioid pickup pattern
- Direct replacement for compatible Shure cartridges
- Distinctive Bright White color
- Designed for Microflex-series microphones
- Interchangeable cartridge system
- Ensures professional audio quality
- Ideal for lavalier and boundary mics
What customers say
Users overwhelmingly praise the Shure Microphone Cartridge for its exceptional quality and sonic consistency, maintaining the expected clarity and warmth of the original sound. Reviewers highlight the robust construction and reliability crucial for demanding live and studio work. Installation is consistently described as straightforward, allowing quick restoration of peak performance. While the high cost is noted as a point of friction, professional users agree that the unparalleled performance longevity and fidelity make this proprietary replacement a necessary and worthwhile investment for preserving high-value Shure microphones. The consensus confirms its status as an industry benchmark for replacement capsules.
Know before you buy
No, this cartridge is specifically designed for the Shure Microflex-series, which includes select lavalier, boundary, gooseneck, and overhead models that utilize an interchangeable cartridge system.
The supercardioid pattern provides a narrow, focused pickup area. This is ideal for isolating a specific sound source while minimizing background noise and feedback from the sides.
This cartridge is engineered exclusively for the Microflex-series architecture. It will not fit or function correctly with other Shure microphone lines or third-party products.
No, the finish is purely aesthetic. The audio performance remains identical to the standard black versions of the R184 cartridge, offering the same professional-grade sound capture.
The R184W-A is designed for the Microflex interchangeable system, which allows for a straightforward, tool-free swap. Simply unscrew the existing cartridge and thread the new one into place.
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