The black Audix MB8455HC MicroBoom System is an 84" gooseneck high-output hypercardioid condenser microphone designed to provide clean sound pick-up and versatile positioning for audio engineers and performers in concert venues, houses of worship, and live stage applications. It features an M1255BHC hypercardioid miniature condenser mic attached to a lightweight carbon fiber rod with a flexible metal gooseneck, yielding efficient and stable positioning while maintaining a sleek appearance. The high-output capsule allows lower gain settings at your microphone preamp.

The shielded internal cable minimizes RFI and terminates to a mini-XLR connection at the base. The included mic stand adapter allows easy attachment to your preferred microphone stand. The supplied windscreen reduces noise from wind and breaths. The MB8455HC includes a 25' mini-XLR to standard XLR mic cable.

84" Boom with Flexible Gooseneck    Includes M1255BHC High-Output Capsule    Hypercardioid Polar Pattern    Condenser Element    Lightweight Carbon Fiber Material    Shielded Internal Cable    Easy Overhead Positioning    Mounts to Any Microphone Stand    Mini-XLR Connection at Base    Includes 25' Mic Cable and Windscreen

Lightweight, rigid construction

Portable and easy to position

Interchangeable capsule design (accepts Micro Series)

50 Hz to 19 kHz frequency response

No external power adapter needed

Attaches to a wide variety of mic stands

Can be used horizontally or vertically

Designed, assembled, manufactured, and tested in the USA

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does the Audix MB5050 have an off/on switch? The only way I have been able to make it a non open mic is to unplug at input.

A: There is currently no on/off switch available on the Microboom Rod.

Q: 2. Would this mic work ok for streaming? I'd like to not have the mic on screen and be able to move my head a little. Also would it pick up a lot of the speaker audio? I don't want to use headphones if I can get away with it.

A: I can't imagine a problem with streaming. As for picking up your monitor audio, that's a bit tricky to answer without seeing your recording space. I'm guessing that some noise reduction to reduce your monitor audio bouncing back and having the monitors behind the mic should result in a clean sound without picking up the monitors... but this would be true for any mic that's not omnidirectional. We use this mic at about 3 feet from two people talking and it's awesome... we don't use the monitor. If money's not a limiting factor, this mic also has different heads that support different patterns..

Q: 3. To keep out of my shot, how far away can this be placed from the subject? For a one person indoor interview.

A: The Audix SCX1-HC can be placed at around 5 feet away from the person talking, at the very most.

Q: 4. What is the difference between this M1250B microphone and the M1255B microphone?

A: The Audix M1250B and M1255B are effectively the same however the M1255B is more sensitive for distant miking purposes, whereas the M1250B is intended for close mic positions.

Q: 5. Where is the link to only the omni-directional capsule? I can't seem to find it

A: The Audix SCX Omni capsule is not currently available as a separate item.

Q: 6. Is the maximum height only 21 ? Can that be right?

A: The Audix MB-STAND is a low profile floor stand. Used in conjuction with the Audix MicroBoom System. See the following link for application example. a href= http://bhpho.to/1KJSkbq target= _blank http://bhpho.to/1KJSkbq/a

Q: 7. Does it need require phantom power?

A: Yes. The Audio-Technica AT4053b Hypercardioid Condenser Microphone BH #AUAT4053B requires phantom power. Operating Voltage: 48 V Operating Current Consumption 4.8 mA

Q: 8. IS this USB 2.0 or 1.1 ?

A: The Audix USB12 requires a USB2.0 connection or higher for proper operation.

Q: 9. would this work good on an alto saxophone?

A: Yes, you can use the Audix ADX20I Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone (B&H# AUADX20I ) on an alto saxophone. This is just the mic only and it has a mini-XLR output connector which requires a power supply. You may want to purchase the same mic packaged with the compatible phantom power supply, which is the Audix ADX20IP Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone with APS910 Power Supply (B&H# AUADX20IP). The power supply has a mini-XLR input connector for the mic and a standard XLR output connector to connect to your amp, PA or recorder.

Q: 10. Does it require phantom power?

A: Yes. The Audio-Technica AT4053b Hypercardioid Condenser Microphone BH #AUAT4053B requires 48V phantom power.