Earthworks FMR500/HC Rigid-Center Hypercardioid Podium Microphone
Brand
Earthworks Audio
Looking for studio-grade speech intelligibility, a clean architectural aesthetic, and tight directional noise rejection for your podium or conference system? The Earthworks FMR500/HC FlexMic Rigid is a premium 19-inch hypercardioid condenser gooseneck microphone featuring a rigid center shaft with flexible gooseneck sections at the top and bottom, designed for houses of worship, corporate boardrooms, government council chambers, and lecture halls.
Combine discreet low-profile positioning with crystal-clear speech intelligibility and maximum feedback suppression using the Earthworks FMR500/HC 19-Inch Hypercardioid Rigid-Body Podium Microphone. Designed with a rigid stem and a flexible top joint, this professional gooseneck microphone is engineered for executive boardrooms, government assemblies, and houses of worship requiring a clean, straight visual line without compromising on acoustic reach.
Why Choose the Earthworks FMR500/HC?
Lecterns and conference tables often demand a microphone that maintains a rigid, professional upright appearance while still allowing precise directional aiming. The Earthworks FMR500/HC meets this need by utilizing a stiff 19-inch main shaft coupled with an articulated top joint, delivering clean aesthetics alongside effortless capsule alignment. Its tight hypercardioid polar pattern offers exceptional rear rejection to block room reflections and ambient noise, while its advanced high-definition condenser capsule ensures that every spoken word is delivered with pristine clarity and natural tone.
Key Performance Features
- Rigid Stem with Flexible Top Joint: Features a sturdy 19-inch straight body for a clean, elegant visual profile, complemented by an adjustable top section for pinpoint capsule positioning.
- Tight Hypercardioid Directivity: Delivers maximum rear and side rejection to prevent feedback and isolate the speaker's voice in acoustically challenging rooms.
- Speech-Optimized Frequency Response: Tuned flat from 50Hz to 20kHz (±2 dB at 6 inches) to deliver crystal-clear articulation and natural proximity control.
- Wide Off-Axis Acceptance: Allows speakers to address the microphone from above, below, or up to 90 degrees to the sides while maintaining pristine sound quality and volume.
- Extreme SPL Handling: Safely manages up to 145 dB SPL, making it virtually impossible to overload even when used by powerful, dynamic speakers.
- Advanced RFI Shielding: Built with strict RF immunity to block interference from mobile phones, Wi-Fi routers, and wireless transmission devices.
Technical Specifications
| Microphone Type | Rigid-Body Podium / Gooseneck Condenser Microphone |
|---|---|
| Polar Pattern | Hypercardioid |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz – 20kHz (±2 dB at 6 inches / 15 cm) |
| Sensitivity | 10 mV/Pa (-40 dBV/Pa) |
| Max Acoustic Input | 145 dB SPL |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 22 dB SPL equivalent (A-weighted) |
| Power Requirements | 48V Phantom Power, 10mA |
| Output Impedance | 100Ω balanced (50Ω each on pins 2 & 3) |
| Dimensions & Weight | Length: 19" (500mm) x Diameter: 0.86" (22mm); Weight: 0.3 lbs (136g) |
Ideal Applications
Engineered for government assembly halls, corporate presentation stages, university lecture theaters, large conference rooms, and cathedrals across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and the UAE, the Earthworks FMR500/HC delivers uncompromised speech clarity, bulletproof feedback rejection, and a straight, professional aesthetic profile.
| Brands | Earthworks Audio |
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