Beyerdynamic Orbis MU 23 Chairman Microphone Unit
The Beyerdynamic Orbis MU 23 is a digital chairman microphone unit designed for use in the Orbis wired conference system. It is built for professional meeting environments such as boardrooms, government assemblies, conference halls, and corporate discussion spaces where structured communication and advanced microphone control are required.
As the chairman unit in the Orbis system, the MU 23 provides priority control functions, allowing the moderator to manage delegate microphones and maintain order during discussions.
Key Features
- Digital chairman unit for Beyerdynamic Orbis conference system
- Integrated wideband loudspeaker with voice equalization
- Automatic loudspeaker mute when microphone is active
- Three-color illuminated microphone button (status indication)
- Dedicated “clear all delegate microphones” function button
- Voice-activated microphone operation support
- RJ45 system connection for simplified daisy-chain installation
- 3.5 mm headphone output with volume and channel selection
- Support for interpretation / AUX audio channels
- Removable gooseneck microphone via 5-pin XLR connection
Advanced Chairman Control
The MU 23 is designed to give the chairman full control over the conference flow. It includes a dedicated function button that allows the user to deactivate all active delegate microphones instantly, ensuring structured discussion management.
This makes it especially suitable for formal environments where strict speaking order and moderation are required.
Clear Communication and Monitoring
The integrated loudspeaker is optimized for speech intelligibility and automatically mutes when the microphone is active to avoid feedback. This ensures clear and balanced audio during conferences.
The headphone output allows users to monitor the main channel or select an additional audio channel, such as interpretation or foreign language feeds, with independent volume control.
Modular Microphone System
The MU 23 is supplied without a gooseneck microphone, allowing flexible configuration depending on installation needs. It supports Beyerdynamic Orbis-compatible gooseneck microphones in different lengths, enabling customized setup for different table layouts.
The microphone connection uses a secure 5-pin XLR interface with integrated locking mechanism.
Professional System Integration
The unit connects via RJ45 to the Orbis central control system in a daisy-chain configuration, making installation simple and scalable. This reduces cabling complexity while maintaining stable digital communication between all conference units.
The system is designed for permanent installation in professional AV environments.
Accessibility and Usability
The MU 23 features tactile silicone buttons with Braille markings and clear color-coded LED indicators, ensuring usability in inclusive and professional environments. It is designed to comply with accessibility requirements for modern conference systems.
Ideal Applications
- Corporate boardrooms
- Government and parliamentary meetings
- Conference and seminar halls
- Educational institutions
- Courtrooms and council chambers
- Professional AV installations
Why Choose the Beyerdynamic Orbis MU 23?
The Beyerdynamic Orbis MU 23 offers advanced chairman control, integrated monitoring features, and flexible microphone configuration within a digital conference ecosystem. It is designed for environments that require structured communication, multilingual support, and reliable system-wide control.
Weight: Approx. 670 g