{"product_id":"shure-mx396-c-tri-tri-element-cardioid-boundary-microphone","title":"Shure MX396\/C-TRI Tri-Element Cardioid Boundary Microphone","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Shure MX396\/C-TRI is a tri-element, cardioid boundary condenser microphone designed for permanent conference-room installation. Its three microphone elements provide broad table coverage from one low-profile surface-mounted unit. It is intended for boardrooms, meeting spaces, and presentation environments rather than vehicle audio systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThree cardioid elements give the MX396\/C-TRI flexible pickup arrangements for end-of-table, center-of-table, or cross-table use. Each element has its own balanced audio output, allowing an installer or automatic mixer to manage channels independently. This makes the microphone useful when broad coverage is needed without placing several separate microphones across a table.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe microphone is engineered for speech capture with a 50 Hz to 17 kHz frequency response, wide dynamic range, and active-balanced outputs. A selectable low-cut filter reduces low-frequency content below 150 Hz at a 6 dB-per-octave rate. Its 122 dB maximum SPL rating supports use in rooms where voices may vary substantially in level.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA bi-color status indicator and programmable pushbutton support clear local mute feedback for meeting participants. The button can be configured for momentary or toggle operation, and for push-to-mute or push-to-talk behavior. Logic connections also allow compatible external equipment to control mute functions and the status LED.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCommShield technology provides RF filtering for installed environments where mobile-device interference can be a concern. The attached 20-foot unterminated cable provides three shielded audio pairs plus logic-control conductors for custom termination. Pair it with an installation mixer, DSP, or automatic mixer that can provide appropriate phantom power to the individual microphone elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree Cardioid Elements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Covers larger tables with separately available audio channels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports end, center, and cross-table pickup arrangements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndividual Outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lets each microphone element feed its own input channel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProgrammable Mute Button:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports momentary, toggle, push-to-mute, or push-to-talk operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBi-Color Status LED:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides visible active and muted microphone status.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommShield RF Filtering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps reduce interference from nearby wireless devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe MX396\/C-TRI uses a low-profile surface-mount boundary design with an integrated grille, central pushbutton, and bi-color status indicator. Shure specifies a 110 mm diameter and 24 mm height, helping it maintain a discreet appearance on a conference table. The current manufacturer documentation does not specify the enclosure material.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor installation, route the attached 6.1 m (20 ft) unterminated cable to compatible microphone inputs and terminate the three balanced audio pairs as required by the system. Do not connect multiple microphone elements in parallel to a single microphone input, as phantom-power current can exceed the input limit. Use the separate logic wires when integrating LED indication or mute switching with a compatible automatic mixer or TTL logic device.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45668980916294,"sku":"MX396\/C-TRI","price":678.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0048\/4163\/5910\/files\/814pIVCOByL.jpg?v=1784475467","url":"https:\/\/audiowatt.store\/products\/shure-mx396-c-tri-tri-element-cardioid-boundary-microphone","provider":"Audio Watt Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}