Shure announced the launch of Microflex® Wireless neXt 2 (MXW neXt 2), the latest addition to the Microflex Ecosystem, continuing the success of the original Microflex Wireless platform.
Designed with a unique combination of advanced features, the new Microflex Wireless neXt 2 is a versatile 2-channel wireless system designed to provide an accessible, intuitive, and comprehensive audio solution for various spaces and hybrid environments.
MXW neXt 2 is an ideal new solution for those seeking increased equity in meetings and clear sound reinforcement in video conferences and hybrid presentations, both in classrooms and corporate spaces. AV/IT professionals in corporate and higher education environments now require more flexible solutions for teaching, conference spaces, and other hybrid scenarios. MXW neXt 2 will help address their current challenges by streamlining workflows and providing accessible exceptional Microflex audio performance, all in a comfortable and easy-to-use form factor, says Doug Daube, Director of Conferencing and Global Product Management at Shure.
Innovative, intuitive, flexible
In today's corporate and educational environments, integrators and audio professionals demand easy-to-use, consistent, and high-quality audio solutions, from small conference rooms to large auditoriums. To meet these requirements, Microflex Wireless neXt 2 introduces a unique combination of advanced DSP features and comprehensive audio I/O connections, such as USB, Dante networked audio, and analog audio. Syncing microphones with just the touch of a button, it takes only minutes to easily set it up. All these features simplify complex installation workflows and deliver exceptional audio from the get-go.
Microflex Wireless neXt 2 offers high-quality audio for spaces of all sizes that require only two microphones and seamlessly connects to video conferencing systems for situations with remote presenters. It also provides a new microphone design with enhanced security and an extended dynamic range, with a battery life of up to 28 hours for all-day use.
Comprehensive solution for all your ambient audio needs
MXW neXt 2 allows quick and easy integration for different rooms with an integral base unit that combines an APT/charger and an integrated advanced DSP, reducing the amount of necessary hardware. It can be networked or used as a standalone system thanks to its comprehensive set of audio connections: Dante, analog, and USB.
MXW neXt 2 offers a selection of 3 different and redesigned wireless microphone form factors, each with the addition of a high-resolution LCD screen to monitor remaining battery life and connection quality. The MXW1X Bodypack, the MXW2X handheld or the MXW6X tabletop can be pre-configured to handle multiple applications with ease and can all be charged in the same base.
With an extended battery life of between 17 hours for bodypack and tabletop/surface microphones and 28 hours for handheld microphones, integrators can confidently set up a room, knowing that the space will be equipped with reliable and exceptional audio for long conferences and workshops throughout the day.
Thanks to its direct connectivity to video conferencing systems and seamless integration with MXA microphones, the new Microflex Wireless neXt 2 is perfect for hybrid use cases that require capturing audio from in-room participants, sound reinforcement for a presenter, and remote audio from online presenters, both live and for recording. This unique capability makes it more feasible to create true equity in meetings and training.
Superior encryption
Recognizing the importance of confidentiality in corporate spaces, MXW neXt 2 includes Shure Audio Encryption, based on the AES-256 algorithm, providing a robust and protected audio signal. The AES-265 encryption algorithm was adopted as one of the most secure forms of network protection and uses a user-configured passphrase on all devices. This built-in security ensures that audio content is protected across all Microflex devices in the room, providing peace of mind to both end-users and integrators.
The MXW neXt 2 will be showcased at ISE 2024 (January 30 to February 2), booth no. 3N300 in Hall 3.
