Electro-Voice RE97LTX BLACK - Ultra-Miniature Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone (TA4F for Bodypack)

Electro-Voice RE97LTX BLACK - Ultra-Miniature Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone (TA4F for Bodypack)

The Electro-Voice RE97LTX BLACK is an ultra-compact and low-profile back-electret condenser lavalier microphone designed for spoken word applications in theater, fixed installations, corporate AV presentations, and houses of worship. Its omnidirectional capsule delivers consistent pickup with a natural timbre, even when the speaker turns their head. It is terminated in TA4F for direct use with EV/Telex bodypacks and can be used wired with the optional TXA (TA4→XLR) adapter.

The RE97LTX combines a low profile and lightweight design with professional specifications: 50–15,000 Hz response, −48 dBV (4.0 mV/Pa) sensitivity , 32 dBA equivalent noise floor , and 88 dB dynamic range , handling levels in excess of 120 dB SPL . It operates on +5 V DC from the bodypack (typical consumption 310 µA ), and includes a 1.22 m (Ø 1.30 mm ) shielded cable . Supplied with long and short windscreens , double clothing clip , and pouch . Available in black and beige .

Main features

• Ultra-miniature and discreet: designed to go unnoticed on stage or on camera.
• Uniform omni pattern: natural voice without proximity effect and reduced sensitivity to head movements.
• Bodypack ready: TA4F connector compatible with EV/Telex transmitters; XLR use with TXA (optional).
• Studio Specs: 50–15 kHz, −48 dBV , 32 dBA Noise, 88 dB Dynamic Range, >120 dB SPL .
• Included accessories: windscreen (two sizes), double clip and carrying bag.

Product benefits

• Consistent intelligibility: Omni pickup maintains timbre and clarity for speech and presentations.
• Quick and secure mounting: the double clip secures the cable and reduces mechanical noise on the garment.
• Simple workflow: connect it to your EV/Telex beltpack or use the TXA to input to the mixer via XLR with phantom power.

Use cases

• Theater and musical: practically invisible microphone that can be placed on a lapel, tie, or shirt collar.
• Corporate AV and education: hands-free audio for presenters and teachers.
• Worship and events: readings and speeches with careful aesthetics and minimal visual presence.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is it dynamic? No. It's a condenser (back-electret) microphone and requires +5 V DC from the beltpack.
• Can I use it via XLR? Yes, with the Electro-Voice TXA (TA4→XLR) adapter, which uses phantom power from the mixer.
• Is it only available in black? No. It's also available in beige .

Description for projects

Electro-Voice RE97LTX BLACK lavalier microphone; back-electret condenser transducer; omnidirectional ; response 50–15,000 Hz ; sensitivity −48 dBV (4.0 mV/Pa) ; max. SPL >120 dB ; equivalent noise floor 32 dBA ; dynamic range 88 dB ; output impedance 3000 Ω ; power supply +5 V DC (consumption 310 µA ); TA4F connector; shielded cable 1.22 m (Ø 1.30 mm ); accessories: windscreens (2), double clip and pouch; colors: black/beige.