Audix is introducing its newest installed ceiling mic, the M45 Shortgun miniaturized shotgun condenser ceiling mic. “The new M45 microphone is able cover up to 150 square feet of area with remarkable sensitivity and exceptionally audible sound, and is ideal for use in corporate or educational classroom style setups, boardrooms and conference rooms as well as larger lecture venues and hospitals,” according to the announcement.
The M45 is designed to be versatile, featuring a low-profile, swivel-and-pivot base for convenient positioning. The M45 is optimized for vocal intelligibility and offers sensitivity of 98 mV / Pa at 1 kHz, a maximum SPL of >124 dB, an integrated preamp, immunity from RF interference, and is installed in a 1-1/2” hole with no additional tools required.
With the M45, mic-level signal and LED control is over an RJ45 connection. An adapter is also included to convert from RJ45 to an 8-conductor pluggable terminal block.
For those using Dante networks, the optional Audix DN4 Enhanced Onramp for Dante AES67 is available for purchase, and supports up to four devices and includes LED logic control.
M45 Features:
• High sensitivity and low noise
• Easy to install and aim
• Optimized for vocal intelligibility
• Immunity from RF interference
M45 Specifications:
Transducer Condenser
Frequency Response 85Hz-8kHz
Polar Pattern Supercardioid
Output Impedance 150 Ohms
Sensitivity 98 mV / Pa @ 1 kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio 72 dB
Maximum SPL >124 dB
Dynamic Range 100 dB
Operating Voltage 18-52 V
Connector RJ45
Materials/Finish Brass & Aluminum/White
Weight 195g
The M45 Shortgun is available now for an MSRP of $599 US.
