February 19, 2025 I Supply, Technology
Shure Forms Wireless Microphone Spectrum Alliance
Shure has announced its forming the Wireless Microphone Spectrum Alliance (WMSA), a coalition of stakeholders who are committed to ensuring access to RF spectrum for wireless microphones. This alliance will include end users, content creators, live production service providers, equipment manufacturers and other stakeholders.
Wireless microphones are essential for a wide variety of activities. The goal of this alliance is to advocate for access to the RF spectrum that allows those events to operate using wireless microphones. Whether it is on a global stage or a community platform, the importance of preserving spectrum is vital for many reasons. Diverse industries rely on spectrum to successfully produce their events, which is a significant source of revenue, creating jobs, fostering innovation, and creating collaboration.
Without proper spectrum availability for wireless microphones, many cities may not be able to successfully operate large-scale sporting events, like the Super Bowl or the Olympic Games. As the U.S. is preparing to host major events, such as the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 2028 Olympic Games, the ability to support these activities with necessary spectrum is critical, according the Shure.
