Detail 01
Earset, not headset
Hooks over one ear with a boom to the corner of the mouth. Less visible on camera than a dual-ear headset.
Product detailSKU #1329236055608
ShureMX153 Earset Headworn Microphone Tan
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Shure earset microphone in tan, worn on the ear rather than held. For presenters, theater performers, and worship leaders who need hands free.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Stage actors and musical theater needing an unobtrusive mic
- Presenters and instructors who move while speaking
- Worship leaders and singers playing an instrument while singing
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Studio vocal recording, where a large-diaphragm mic sounds better
- Anyone without a compatible bodypack transmitter or phantom-power interface
- Users on a tight budget; handheld mics cost far less
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Tan finish
Chosen to disappear against lighter skin tones under stage lighting, which matters for theater and video.
Detail 03
MX153 series
Part of Shure's Microflex line, so it's built for installed and live speech reinforcement rather than studio use.
Detail 04
Wireless-system microphone
It's a capsule and cable, not a complete system. The transmitter and receiver are separate purchases.
Detail 05
$300 price point
Professional install and touring tier. Cheaper earsets exist but trade off durability and sweat resistance.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm the connector matches your bodypack brand before ordering; connectors are not interchangeable.
- 02No transmitter, receiver, or wireless system is included at this price.
- 03Boom must be bent and positioned per wearer; expect setup time before each performance.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does this come with a wireless transmitter?
No. This is the microphone element only. You supply a compatible bodypack transmitter or a wired interface with power.
02Will it work with my wireless system?
It depends on the connector. Earset mics are sold in versions matched to specific bodypack connectors, so check yours before ordering.
03Why tan instead of black?
Tan blends against lighter skin under stage lights and on camera. Black stands out more, which some productions want and others don't.
04Can I use it for singing, not just speech?
Yes. Earsets are common for singers who need both hands, though placement near the mouth affects how much breath noise you get.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color Finish
- Brown
