The matte-black AKG CGN521 STS is a heavy-duty gooseneck microphone with base designed to capture speech for presentation and conferencing applications in governmental, institutional, educational, religious, and business settings.

The CGN521 STS features a 19.7", flexible gooseneck, which can be adjusted to a position that's comfortable for the speaker. The microphone's cardioid pickup pattern focuses on the sound in front of the mic and helps reduce unwanted sounds in noisy conference and meeting spaces.

The base is equipped with a switch that can be programmed for push-to-talk, push-to-mute, push-on/off, and low-cut on/off functions. An LED square clearly indicates the microphone's status.

Because of its heavy weight (over 2 lb), the CGN521 STS is able to absorb shocks, while holding the base firmly in place on desks, conference tables, lecterns, podiums, and pulpits.

The microphone requires 9 to 52 V phantom power to operate.

For Presentations and Conferencing    Cardioid Pickup Pattern    Push-to-Talk/Mute Switch, Status LED    Heavy-Duty Metal Housing

• Shock-absorbing metal construction ensures a secure support for the gooseneck

• Discreet look designed for wherever table space is limited

• Push-to-talk, push-to-mute, push on/off, and low-cut on/off functions
• The rugged switch is capable of withstanding more than 25,000 switching cycles

• Square LED clearly indicates the microphone's status

• The high-quality XLR connector provides long-lasting and secure contact and is shielded to protect against EMC noises and buzzes coming from smartphones

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this mic come with a base? I need to use it in the base that has a push to talk, push again to release setup.

A: It doesn't come with a base. I bought a Whirlwind Micmute PTD Push-to-Talk Switch to use as a base with momentary push to talk.

Q: 2. is this an output to thunderbolt 3 for mac?

A: Apollo Twin is compatible with all Apple Mac computers that have an available Thunderbolt, Thunderbolt 2, or Thunderbolt 3 port. For Mac computers that feature Thunderbolt 3 via USB-C, a Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt adapter is required.

Q: 3. Is the ON/off indicator a switch or only an indicator?

A: This BOYA Desktop Cardioid Gooseneck Microphone has both an LED indicator and a control button, which is a mute switch (short press) and on/off button (long press).

Q: 4. What is the Country of Origin for this product?

A: Hi Jennifer, The country of origin for this product is Taiwan.

Q: 5. Whats the best mic-preamp to use with? Can use Rolls MP13?

A: Yes, you can use the Rolls MP13 preamp with the Speco MHL5S microphone. Just about any mic preamp with an XLR input can be used. As another option, you can use the ART Dual RP Preamp for Dynamic and Ribbon Microphones (B&H # ARDRP).

Q: 6. Can this be connected directly to an xlr cable without a base? I bought a similar mic before but it won't work unless it is connected to its base.

A: Yes- it can connect directly. However, you wouldn't be able to stand it up as you can guess.

Q: 7. Does this set come with the AKG PS3 F-LOCK in the box?

A: Yes. The AKG The CGN331 E Gooseneck Microphone Dam Set includes a PS 3 F-Lock Surface Flange with XLR Female Input.

Q: 8. How is the level of self-noise or noise floor on this microphone?

A: Thank you for your question. At this time, the manufacturer has not made that specification available.

Q: 9. Will this work on a carpeted stage or floor?

A: This is designed for hard surfaces. Mounting to a carpeted surface will affect the performance of this mic severely.

Q: 10. Can the button be programed to mute the mic?

A: Yes