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Chord Microphone Stands & Sets

Chord microphones and accessories here cover lavalier tie-clip and neckband microphones for beltpack transmitters, UHF wireless beltpack systems, dynamic vocal and instrument microphones, microphone stands and a boom arm, and bags, a flight case and transmitter pouches to carry them. Examples include the 171.968UK lavalier, the 171.966UK neckband microphone, the 171.984UK UHF system, the DM02 dynamic vocal microphone and the 180.060UK tripod stand.

Choosing Chord Microphone Stands & Sets

Choose the microphone for how it will be worn or held, then add a stand or a case for where it will be used.

Lavalier and neckband microphones

The Chord lavalier and neckband microphones here plug into VHF or UHF beltpack and bodypack transmitters through a threaded 3.5mm mono jack, and also suit most laptop microphone inputs. Pick-up pattern and colour vary: the 171.968UK is a black cardioid lavalier and the 171.967UK a beige omni-directional one, while neckbands include the black cardioid 171.966UK and the discreet beige 171.963UK. The 171.855UK lavalier weighs only 20g.

UHF wireless system

The 171.984UK is a UHF wireless beltpack system with a fixed beltpack transmitter and a half rack-width receiver, supplied with a choice of neckband or lavalier microphones. The receiver fits standard 19" racks with the included rack ears, and the system has a pilot tone and mute circuit for licence-free operation in the UK and EU.

Dynamic microphones

The DM02 173.607UK is a handheld dynamic vocal microphone with a presence boost, supplied with a mic holder, a lead and an ABS carry case. The 173.855UK is a hypercardioid dynamic microphone with an on/off slide switch and a 5 metre XLR to 6.3 mm lead, and the 173.857UK suits percussion, acoustic instruments and female vocals.

Stands and holders

The 180.060UK is a compact tripod stand with one-hand height adjustment from 950 to 1500mm. The 180.068UK mini boom stand mounts microphones at instrument level and holds 2 at once, and the 180.065UK telescopic boom arm fits a straight stand or clamp. The 188.139UK holder takes microphones of 26 - 30mm diameter on a 5/8" thread.

Bags, cases and pouches

The 127.037UK is an aluminium-finish flight case with a pre-diced foam insert and lockable catches, and the 127.167UK a padded transit bag for 6 microphones. The 171.931UK zip pouches are made for handheld or bodypack transmitters.

ItemExampleDetail
Lavalier microphone171.968UKCardioid, black
Neckband microphone171.963UKCardioid, beige
UHF wireless system171.984UKHalf rack-width receiver
Dynamic vocal microphone173.607UKPresence boost
Tripod stand180.060UK950 - 1500mm
Flight case127.037UKLockable catches

Related categories

This page is part of our microphones range, with more systems in wireless microphones. Plugs and sockets for mic leads are in audio connectors, and a full rig can be built from the audio visual collection and speakers. Setting up? See our Help & Support guides.

Frequently asked questions

Should I choose a lavalier or a neckband microphone?

Choose a lavalier tie-clip for presentations and interviews, and a neckband headset for performers and fitness instructors. The 171.855UK lavalier is made for presentations and interviews, while the 171.965UK and 171.966UK neckbands are made for performers and fitness instructors. Both types here connect to beltpack or bodypack transmitters with a threaded 3.5mm mono jack.

Is there a discreet microphone for presenters?

Yes, the discreet neckband headset microphones are neutral-coloured for presenters and stage performers. The 171.963UK and 171.978UK are beige cardioid neckbands and the 171.857UK is a beige omnidirectional one. For a clip-on alternative, the 171.967UK lavalier tie-clip microphone is also beige, and it works with VHF and UHF beltpack transmitters.

Do I need a licence for a Chord UHF wireless system?

No, the Chord 171.983UK and 171.984UK UHF wireless beltpack microphone systems offer licence-free operation in the UK and EU. The 171.983UK and 171.984UK each have a fixed UHF beltpack transmitter, a half rack-width receiver with rack ears for standard 19" racks and a choice of neckband or lavalier microphones, and each is supplied with a mains adaptor and 2 x AA batteries.

How tall is the Chord tripod microphone stand?

The 180.060UK compact stand adjusts from 950 to 1500mm with a one-hand grip system, folds on tripod legs and weighs 2.58kg. It comes with a microphone holder and replacement rubber grips. For instrument level, the 180.068UK mini boom stand has adjustable height and boom distance and can hold 2 microphones at the same time.

Can I add a boom arm to a straight microphone stand?

Yes, the Chord 180.065UK telescopic boom arm attaches to a straight microphone stand or clamp and mounts to a standard 3/8" thread through an adjustable angle base. The 180.065UK includes adaptors for both 3/8" and 5/8" microphone clip attachments. The 188.139UK holder, for microphones of 26 - 30mm diameter, has a 5/8" thread at its base.

How should I carry microphones between venues?

Use a padded bag or a flight case with foam to protect them. The 127.037UK aluminium-finish flight case has a pre-diced foam insert to suit any type of microphone, space for leads and lockable catches with 2 keys. The 127.167UK padded transit bag holds up to 6 microphones in a foam block, and the 127.035UK suits a wireless system with removable foam sections.

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