Audix M1280B Condenser Microphone W/ Standard Output Level

The M1280B, a miniaturized condenser microphone with a fully integrated preamp and detachable cable, has complete immunity from RF interference caused by cell phones and GSM devices. The M1280B, which is equipped with a cardioid capsule, is also available with hypercardioid, omni or shotgun capsules, giving the microphone the unique ability to be used in a wide variety of live, studio and broadcast applications.

The M1280B is a low impedance microphone and should be plugged into a “mic level” input on your console, mixer or recording device. The M1280B requires phantom power and will NOT operate without phantom power voltage (48 Volts recommended) which is available on most professional mic preamps and mixing devices. If phantom power is not available on your equipment, you will have to procure a phantom power supply (such as the Audix APS2, which can be ordered separately).

The M1280B is available with a wide array of clips and accessories allowing the microphone to be used for drums, percussion, musical instruments, overhead stage miking, podiums, conferences and presentations.

Polar Patterns

Cardioid

In general, the cardioid pattern is the most widely used as it offers a good balance between the sound of the instrument or voice within the context of the room or venue. The cardioid pattern is also helpful with resistance to feedback. For acoustic instruments, in general, the working range will depend on the sound pressure levels produced by the instrument. For percussion, as an example, the M1280B could be used 1 - 2 feet above the cymbals, or because of its small size, could also be used in hard to reach areas auch as beneath the cymbals. For orchestral instruments, the M1280B may be positioned anywhere from 3 - 12 inches depending on instrument and room acoustics. For speech or singe voice the typical working distance is 8 - 10 inches. For area miking or group vocals
the working distance can be between 2 - 3 feet from the sound source .

Hypercardioid

In situations where the volume is loud on stage or there are many open microphones, this pattern is helpful in further isolating the instrument or vocal from the rest of the instruments on stage. The microphone can be worked at ½ the distance of cardioid if necessary.

Omni-Directional

This pattern picks up from all directions, offering very little in the way of isolation or feedback control. However, the Omni pattern offers the most accurate and natural sound reproduction of all the patterns. It is ideal for recording, live broadcasts or video, where sound reinforcement speakers are not an issue.

Supercardioid

This polar pattern, also known as a shotgun pick up pattern, has a longer reach and more narrow pattern than the other cardioid patterns. This pattern is best for podium applications. It is helpful in pin-pointing hard to reach areas, especially for recording outdoors, and with video.

Features

• Small, lightweight, low profile
• Miniaturized integrated preamp circuitry
• No external power adapter needed
• 12 mm gold vapor diaphragm
• Immune to RF interference
• Extremely low noise, high SPL handling
• Available with a cardioid, hypercardioid, omni or shotgun capsule

Applications

• Overhead mic for choir, group vocal
• Acoustic instruments
• Ambient room miking
• Symphonic area miking
• Speech / Presentation
• Cymbals / Percussion

Supplied Accessories

• 25’ cable with mini-XLRf - XLRm connectors (CBL-M25)
• Mic stand adapter (MC-MICRO)
• Hanging clip (MC-HANGER)
• External foam windscreen (WS1218)