Electro-Voice RE97-2TX Beige - Ultra-Compact Omnidirectional Headset Microphone (TA4F, Dual-Ring)

Electro-Voice RE97-2TX Beige - Ultra-compact omnidirectional headset microphone (TA4F, dual-headset)

The Electro-Voice RE97-2TX in beige finish is an ultra-low-profile , back-electret condenser headset microphone designed for spoken word use in theater , fixed installations , AV presentations , and houses of worship . It features a dual-ear mount with adjustable backstrap for maximum stability, a collapsible earcup and boom, and a malleable boom that can be positioned left or right. The omnidirectional pickup pattern provides a uniform pickup pattern with a natural timbre, no proximity effect, and excellent intelligibility. The TA4F (Switchcraft) connector for EV/Telex bodypacks and a 1.22 m shielded cable.

It offers a 50 Hz–15 kHz response, −48 dBV (4.0 mV/Pa) sensitivity , 32 dBA equivalent noise floor , 93 dB dynamic range , and is capable of levels exceeding 125 dB SPL . It operates on +5 V DC bias supplied by the beltpack, with a typical consumption of 310 µA . It is supplied with a windscreen , retaining clip , and pouch .

Main features

• Transducer: Ultra-compact profile back-electret condenser.
• Stable Hold: Two-ear headband with adjustable back strap; 360° rotating ear cups that fold down for transport.
• Flexible placement: malleable and reversible (left/right) boom for positioning near the corner of the mouth.
• Uniform pickup: omnidirectional , no proximity effect and with minimal sensitivity to pops.
• Connector: TA4F (for standard Electro-Voice/Telex beltpacks); 1.22 m shielded cable.
• Performance: 50–15,000 Hz, −48 dBV , >125 dB SPL , 32 dBA equivalent noise, 93 dB dynamic range.
• Power supply: +5 V DC (from bodypack); 3 kΩ output impedance.
• Color: beige (also available in black).
• Accessories included: windshield, clothing clip and carrying bag.

Product benefits

• True stage discretion: beige color and ultra-thin temples that blend with skin tone in theater, broadcast, or events.
• Comfort and safety: double hoop and back band that maintain position even with movement.
• Natural voice: flat response in spoken voice and omni pickup that maintains timbre even if the performer turns their head.
• Tour-ready: Rugged construction, shielded cable, and foldable ear cups for easy storage in your bag.

Compatibility and connection

• Bodypacks: The TA4F is wired for EV/Telex bodypacks (e.g., REV-BP, BPU-2/CSB-1000, WT-500/WT-1000). For use with other systems (Shure, Audio-Technica, AKG, Sennheiser, etc.) , rewiring is required according to the manufacturer's wiring chart.
• Wired use (without beltpack): Use the Electro-Voice TXA adapter (TA4→XLR) with phantom power; the TXA includes a high-pass filter and switchable pad .

Use cases

• Theatre and musical: spoken dialogue and singing with high rejection of mechanical noise due to stable adjustment.
• Conference and corporate: presenters who need hands-free and a virtually invisible microphone.
• Worship and education: lightweight and comfortable microphone for long sessions.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is it dynamic or condenser? It's a back-electret condenser and requires +5 V from the bodypack (or the TXA adapter for XLR use with phantom power).
• Can it be mounted on either side? Yes. The ears rotate 360°, and the boom can be mounted on either the left or right side.
• What accessories does it include? Windscreen, clothing clip, and carrying bag.

Description for projects

Electro-Voice RE97-2TX BEIGE Headset Microphone; back-electret condenser capsule; omnidirectional pattern; 50–15,000 Hz response; −48 dBV (4.0 mV/Pa) sensitivity; 32 dBA noise ; 93 dB dynamic range ; max. SPL >125 dB ; 3 kΩ output; +5 V DC power supply (~ 310 µA consumption); TA4F connector (EV/Telex); 1.22 m cable; weight 17 g (mic+headset 9.4 g ); includes windscreen, clip and pouch; compatible with wired use via optional TXA adapter.