Shure BRH50M Dual-Sided Broadcast Headset

Overview

The Shure BRH50M is a dual-sided broadcast headset designed for professionals who require reliable audio monitoring and clear communication during live productions, commentary, or studio work. Equipped with 40 mm drivers delivering a frequency response from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, it ensures you hear every detail from low-end ambience to crisp dialogue. The dynamic boom microphone covers 40 Hz to 16 kHz and offers selectable cardioid or supercardioid patterns to adapt to different noise environments, making it a versatile tool for on-camera talent, control room operators, and remote correspondents.

Key features

• 40 mm drivers provide a wide frequency range for accurate and detailed audio monitoring
• Dynamic boom microphone with selectable polar patterns reduces background noise and enhances speech clarity
• 270-degree boom rotation allows flexible mic placement on either side without removing the headset
• Lift-to-mute function on the boom microphone enables quick and silent breaks during broadcasts
• Detachable Kevlar reinforced cable with XLR and 1/4-inch TRS connectors ensures compatibility with standard broadcast consoles and intercom systems
• Closed-back earcups rest on the ear to minimize sound leakage, ideal for on-camera use and multi-person environments
• User-replaceable earpads and windscreen extend the headset’s lifespan and maintain hygiene in shared setups
• On-ear fit keeps the headset lightweight and maintains natural room awareness for comfort during long shifts

Key specs

• Driver size: 40 mm
• Headphone frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
• Microphone frequency response: 40 Hz to 16 kHz
• Microphone polar patterns: switchable cardioid and supercardioid
• Boom rotation: 270 degrees for left or right side placement
• Cable: detachable Kevlar reinforced with XLR and 1/4-inch TRS connectors
• Design: closed-back, on-ear earcups

Connectivity and compatibility

The headset’s detachable cable terminates in separate XLR and quarter-inch TRS connectors, allowing direct connection to a wide range of professional broadcast consoles, intercom systems, and field recorders. This ensures seamless integration into existing audio setups without the need for adapters or converters.

Performance and reliability

The closed-back design effectively isolates external noise and prevents sound leakage, which is crucial in environments where multiple microphones operate in close proximity. The selectable microphone patterns help maintain clear speech intelligibility even in noisy surroundings. Durable construction with Kevlar reinforcement and user-replaceable parts supports long-term use in demanding broadcast and production environments.

Ideal uses and environments

This headset is well suited to sports commentary booths, outside broadcast trucks, streaming setups, and production edit bays where clear talkback and accurate monitoring are essential. Its lightweight on-ear fit and flexible microphone positioning make it comfortable for extended use, supporting professionals who need dependable audio performance throughout long shifts.