[AG-TECH] Microphone recommendations?

[John Shalf]

Hi David,
I like the Shure MX412D's because the mic element is mounted on a thin 
stalk that brings it a bit off the table (above everyone's portable 
computer screens).  They also have a programmable button on the base 
that allows you to mute the mic without having to ask the AG node 
operator.  Bob Olsen posted a recipe that allows the Shure's 
programmable button to directly manipulate the Gentner's muting 
controls, but I haven't had a chance to implement that solution yet as 
it will require considerable extra wiring.

-john

On Tuesday, September 2, 2003, at 11:53 AM, bernholdtde at ornl.gov wrote:

> What's the current wisdom on the best types, brands, and models of
> mics to use?  We're putting an AG node into an "executive" conference
> room, and obviously want good quality sound.
>
> In our other nodes we've been using Crown boundary mics on the table
> top, and they seem to do pretty well.  Are there other solutions
> people like better?  Are there other brands/models of boundary mics we
> should look at?
>
> Thanks
> --
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