Audix M1250BWHC - Miniature Hypercardioid Condenser Microphone (White)
The Audix M1250BWHC represents the pinnacle of miniaturization technology in professional audio. This condenser microphone is not simply a sound capture tool; it is an advanced engineering solution designed for situations where visual discretion and auditory purity are non-negotiable. Unlike other microphones in its class that rely on bulky external power modules, the M1250BWHC integrates all the preamp electronics directly into its tiny 54mm body, setting a new standard in installed microphone design.
Its pristine white finish and hypercardioid (HC) polar pattern make it the preferred choice for architects, interior designers, and sound engineers who need to integrate high-fidelity audio into bright environments, such as modern auditoriums, houses of worship, or television studios, without disrupting the visual aesthetic. Patented RF immunity technology ensures the signal remains clean and free from the annoying interference generated by mobile phones and GSM devices—a critical issue at today's events.
Main features
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All-in-one design: It features a preamplifier fully integrated into the chassis, eliminating the need for external power boxes and facilitating a much cleaner installation.
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Precision Hypercardioid Pattern: This variant (HC) offers a narrower pickup angle than a standard cardioid, providing superior sound source isolation and greater rejection of ambient noise or other nearby instruments.
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Integration aesthetics (White Finish): The high-quality white powder coating allows the microphone to blend seamlessly into ceilings, light-colored walls, or liturgical vestments.
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Advanced RF Immunity: Protected against radio frequency interference, ensuring silent transmission even when multiple mobile devices are active in the room.
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Robust construction: Precision machined from brass in the United States, it offers professional durability in an ultra-lightweight format.
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Modular versatility: Although supplied with the hypercardioid capsule, the design allows for interchangeable capsules (available separately) to adapt the microphone to different acoustic needs.
Benefits for the installation and the direct
The M1250BWHC solves one of the biggest headaches in fixed installations and broadcast setups: balancing sound quality and visibility. As a highly sensitive condenser microphone, it can capture distant sound sources (such as choirs or speakers at a lectern) with crystal clarity and fast transient response. Its ability to handle high sound pressure levels (SPL) also makes it suitable for percussion instruments.
For the installer, the benefit is twofold: the white finish reduces the need to hide the microphone, allowing for optimal placement for sound without visual complaints, and the detachable cable facilitates maintenance or length changes without having to uninstall the entire system.
Ideal use cases
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Microphones for choirs and vocal ensembles: Their hypercardioid pattern helps to isolate sections of the choir, while the white color blends in with the lighting and environment.
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Lecterns and conference podiums: Ideal for speakers who require a microphone that does not cover their face or distract the audience.
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Theatre and Broadcast: Perfect for hanging from the ceiling (aerial miking) on stages with light sets where black microphones would be a visual distraction.
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Acoustic instruments: Excellent response on acoustic guitars, drum cymbals (overheads) and orchestral percussion thanks to its high fidelity and SPL handling.
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Places of worship: Their aesthetic respects the solemnity and design of modern churches and temples.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Does the Audix M1250BWHC require phantom power?
Yes, being a condenser microphone with a built-in preamp, it requires 18 to 52 volt phantom power to function properly.
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What else is included in the box besides the microphone?
It generally includes a 25-foot (approx. 7.6 meters) cable with standard mini-XLRf to XLRm connectors, a microphone clip for stand mounting, a hanging clip for aerial installations, and a fitted foam windscreen, all in matching or complementary color depending on accessory availability.
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Can the capsule be changed if I need a different polar pattern?
Yes, the design is modular. If you need an omnidirectional or shotgun pattern in the future, you can purchase the corresponding capsule from Audix's Micros series and screw it onto the M1250B body.
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Is it compatible with wireless systems?
Although it is a wired microphone, there are specific Audix adapters and cables that allow it to be connected to compatible wireless system beltpacks, although its main use is wired due to its high performance.
Project description
Supply and installation of a miniature condenser microphone with a hypercardioid polar pattern and a preamplifier fully integrated into the microphone body. The device must operate on the pre-polarized condenser principle with a frequency response of 50 Hz to 19 kHz. It must be radio frequency interference (RFI) immune to GSM device noise. The construction will be machined brass with a non-reflective white finish. The output will be low impedance balanced via a 3-pin mini-XLR connector. It must withstand sound pressure levels of at least 140 dB and require 18-52V phantom power. The dimensions will not exceed 12 mm in diameter and 54 mm in length.
