Shure MX202 B/C Overhead Cardioid Condenser Mic w/ Inline Preamp (Black)

High-Quality Audio for Overhead Miking

The Shure MX202B/C Microflex Overhead Cardioid Condenser Microphone in Black is a compact, professional-grade microphone designed for overhead miking in houses of worship, theater stages, lecture halls, and performance spaces across Australia. Featuring a cardioid polar pattern, a flexible 4-inch gooseneck, and a 30 ft (9.1 m) cable with an inline preamp, the MX202B/C delivers high-quality sound in a discreet, adjustable package. Its interchangeable cartridge design and RFI resistance make it ideal for capturing choirs, stage dialogue, and group performances with clarity and minimal interference.

Clear and Focused Sound Capture

The MX202B/C’s cardioid polar pattern provides focused audio capture, rejecting off-axis noise and reducing feedback, making it ideal for vocal applications like choir miking or stage dialogue where instruments may require separate microphones. Its wide frequency response (50 Hz – 17 kHz) and high sensitivity (-35 dBV/Pa, 18 mV) ensure accurate sound reproduction with a signal-to-noise ratio of 66 dB (ref. 94 dB SPL at 1 kHz). The inline preamp simplifies installation by eliminating the need for external power sources, requiring only 11–52V DC phantom power. The microphone’s balanced, transformerless output minimizes RF interference and electromagnetic hum, ensuring clean audio over long cable runs. Users note its crisp sound and ability to pick up vocals within a 3 ft range in quiet settings, though it may distort non-vocal tones outside the human range.

Versatile and Discreet Design

The MX202B/C features a miniature, low-profile black finish for unobtrusive placement, ideal for minimizing visibility on camera or stage. The 4-inch gooseneck allows precise aiming, and the 30 ft cable provides flexibility for ceiling or stand mounting. The interchangeable cardioid cartridge (included) can be swapped with supercardioid or omnidirectional cartridges (sold separately) for tailored applications. The microphone includes a stand adapter for portable setups and a snap-fit foam windscreen to reduce plosives. Its robust construction ensures durability, though some users report the cable as a potential weak point over time. For optimal vocal clarity, position the microphone 1–3 ft from the source and use noise reduction in post-production for best results.

Key Performance Features

• Cardioid Polar Pattern – Focused audio capture with excellent off-axis noise rejection

• Wide Frequency Response – 50 Hz – 17 kHz for accurate vocal reproduction

• Interchangeable Cartridges – Cardioid included; supercardioid and omnidirectional available separately

• Inline Preamp – Simplifies installation with 11–52V DC phantom power

• RFI Resistance – Balanced, transformerless output for minimal interference

• Flexible 4-Inch Gooseneck – Adjustable for precise positioning

• Discreet Black Finish – Low-profile design for unobtrusive placement

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