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Shure UA8 1/2 Wave Omnidirectional Receiver Antenna (554-626 MHz)

BH #SHUA8554626 • MFR #UA8-554-626
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Shure UA8 1/2 Wave Omnidirectional Receiver Antenna (554-626 MHz)
Key Features
  • For Shure UHF Microphone Systems
  • Frequency Range 554 to 626 MHz
  • For Shure PSM Transmitters
  • BNC Connector
The UA8 1/2 Wave Omnidirectional Receiver Antenna (554-626 MHz) from Shure is for connecting to Shure wireless receivers. It is compatible with the UHF-R, ULX, SLX, ULX-D, and BLX4R receivers and PSM transmitters. It features 0, 45, and 90° positioning for increased stability. The UA8 antenna is built with a BNC connector to connect to the receiver or PSM transmitter.
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Shure UA8 Overview

The UA8 1/2 Wave Omnidirectional Receiver Antenna (554-626 MHz) from Shure is for connecting to Shure wireless receivers. It is compatible with the UHF-R, ULX, SLX, ULX-D, and BLX4R receivers and PSM transmitters. It features 0, 45, and 90° positioning for increased stability. The UA8 antenna is built with a BNC connector to connect to the receiver or PSM transmitter.

Available for frequency range 554 to 626 MHz to accommodate UHF-R, ULX, SLX, ULX-D, and BLX4R receivers and PSM Transmitters
0, 45, and 90° positioning to increased stability of signal
UPC: 042406336260

Shure UA8 Specs

Connector
BNC
Dimensions
Not listed by the manufacturer
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.1 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
14 x 0.3 x 0.1"

Shure UA8 Reviews

Antennas

By Jason
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-09-24

Work great to expand my wireless range

Fantastic Upgrade

By Hayden
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-07-03

Replaced the quarter inch that come with the sennheiser XSW-2. Worth every dollar spent on these to improve signal and distance with a lapel mic. I'm a mobile DJ that does wedding ceremony audio, so having no drops outs is a must. I gained about 25ft of distance and more importantly, no slight drop outs I would sometimes deal with prior

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Can I use this for the Lectrosonics reciever ...

Can I use this for the Lectrosonics reciever system? It has a bnc antenna option as well...
Asked by: Matthew
The Shure UA8-470-636 Wideband 1/2 Wave Receiver Antenna (A: 470 to 636 MHz) might work with a Lectrosonics receiver that operates within the same frequency range.
Answered by: Lisa S
Date published: 2023-05-07

Can these antennas be mounted to the back of 2 ...

Can these antennas be mounted to the back of 2 SLXD dual receivers on a table, will they improve reception compared to the 1/4?
Asked by: Ken
Yes, the Shure UA8-470-636 Wideband 1/2 Wave Receiver Antenna (A: 470 to 636 MHz) can be used with Shure SLX-D receivers.
Answered by: Calvin M
Date published: 2024-12-15

Does it work for BLX4R j10 system?

Does it work for BLX4R j10 system?
Asked by: Marco
Yes, the Shure UA8-470-636 Wideband 1/2 Wave Receiver Antenna (A: 470 to 636 MHz) is compatible with the Shure BLX4R Rackmount Wireless Receiver.
Answered by: Calvin M
Date published: 2024-01-05

Does this antenna come in pairs?

Does this antenna come in pairs?
Asked by: Karl
The Shure UA8-470-636 Wideband 1/2 Wave Receiver Antenna (A: 470 to 636 MHz) is a single antenna, not a pair.
Answered by: Calvin M
Date published: 2024-01-09

Does this work with SLXD4 receiver system ?

Does this work with SLXD4 receiver system ?
Asked by: Senoga
Yes, this antenna will work for units operating in bands G58 through J54 which encompasses 470-616 MHz.
Answered by: Don
Date published: 2021-12-01

Does this antenna need line of sight? Would it ...

Does this antenna need line of sight? Would it work around minor obstructions like a mixing desk?
Asked by: Chris
The UA8-470-636 Wideband 1/2 Wave Receiver Antenna (A: 470 to 636 MHz) will work around minor obstructions but it is best to keep it as close to line of sight as you can.
Answered by: David M
Date published: 2024-03-11

What are the small gaskets for?

What are the small gaskets for?
Asked by: Stephen
There are no small gaskets on the Shure UA8 1/2 Wave Omnidirectional Receiver Antenna (578-638 MHz). It is a BNC connector and it bends 90-degrees after the BNC connector. The rest of the assembly is the attached connected antenna.
Answered by: David M
Date published: 2024-08-29

Does it come with the mounting bracket and ...

Does it come with the mounting bracket and required connectors?
Asked by: preston
The Shure UA8-2.4-5.8 Dual-Band Omnidirectional Antenna includes the mounting bracket.
Answered by: Calvin M
Date published: 2023-04-01
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