Microflex Microphones

Professional microphones for a wide variety of installed applications.

Cardioid Polar Pattern
Picks up the most sound in front of the microphone and some from the sides. Less susceptible to feedback in high volume environments.
Tailored Frequency Response
Smooth, extended response. Tuned to accentuate specific types of instruments, or voices.

MX396Microflex Multi-Element Boundary Microphone

Shure
Condenser
Lightweight, sensitive diaphragm. Precisely and smoothly captures sound nuances. Powered by battery or phantom power supply.
Recommended Uses
Conference/Installed
Available Options
MX396C/DUAL Dual-Element 0-180 Degrees, Cardioid, back or bottom exit cable, mute output, LED input
MX396/TRI Dual-Element 90-0-90 mic, adjustable to 120-120-120 degrees, Cardioid, back or bottom exit cable, mute output, LED input

The Microflex® Multi-Element Boundary microphone delivers a unique and versatile tool for conference room installations.

Clean and simple in appearance, Multi-Element Boundary mics come in two or three element configurations, combining the coverage of multiple microphones into one small, compact package.

  • End of table (300°), center of table (360°), or cross table (bidirectional) coverage patterns
  • Individual audio output for each element
  • Bi-color status indicator
  • Programmable mute switch
  • Logic input/output for remote LED and mute control
  • CommShield® Technology 
Specifications Sheet (PDF)

Type
Condenser (electret bias)
Frequency Response
50 to 17000 Hz
Response Curve Image Small MX396 View Larger
Polar Pattern
MX396/C-DUAL: 2 x Cardioid
MX396/C-TRI: 3 x Cardioid
Output Impedance
EIA Rated at 150 Ohms (170 Ohms actual)
Output Configuration
Active balanced
Sensitivity (at 1 kHz , open circuit voltage)
-35 dBV/Pa (18 mV)
1 Pascal=94 dB SPL
Maximum SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD, 1 kilohms load)
122 dB
Equivalent Output Noise (A-weighted)
28 dB SPL
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (referenced at 94 dB SPL at 1 kHz)
66 dB
Dynamic Range (1 kilohm load at 1 kHz)
94 dB
Common Mode Rejection (10 Hz to 100 kHz)
45 dB minimum
Preamplifier Output Clipping Level (1% THD)
-7 dBV (0.5 V)
Weight
Net: 0.587 kg (1.29 lbs.)
Packaged: 0.916 kg (2.02 lbs.)
Logic Connections
LED IN: Active low (≤1.0V), TTL compatible. Absolute maximum voltage: -0.7V to 50V.
LOGIC OUT: Active low (≤1.0V), sinks up to 20mA, TTL compatible.
Absolute maximum voltage: -0.7V to 50V (up to 50V through 3 kilohms)
Mute Switch Attenuation
-50 dB minimum
Cable
6.1 m (20 ft) attached unterminated cable with three shielded audio pairs and three shielded conductors for logic control
Environmental Conditions
Operating Temperature: -18 to 57 deg. C (0 to 135 deg. F)
Storage Temperature: -29 to 74 deg. C (-20 to 165 deg. F)
Relative Humidity: 0 to 95%
Power Requirements
MX396/C-DUAL: 48–52 Vdc phantom, 10.0 mA
MX396/C-TRI: 48–52 Vdc phantom, 12.0 mA
User Guides Language File Size
MX396 User Guide Chinese-Simplified, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish 3272 (kb)
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