Tri Element Dante Hanging Ceiling Microphone Kit for Networked Audio
The Audix M3GDK Tri-Element Hanging Ceiling Microphone Kit is a complete Dante AES67-enabled audio solution designed for professional conferencing, courtroom, medical, and education environments. This gray ceiling microphone system combines the M3 tri-element hanging microphone with the DN43 Dante interface, delivering high-resolution 24-bit/48 kHz audio over Ethernet. With plenum-rated components and seismic restraints included, it provides a clean, code-compliant installation for networked AV systems.
Tri Element Hypercardioid Design for Clear Speech Capture
The M3 hanging ceiling microphone features three phase-coherent hypercardioid condenser capsules engineered for maximum speech intelligibility. The frequency response and pickup pattern are carefully tuned to focus on the human voice while reducing unwanted ambient noise such as HVAC systems, paper movement, and room reflections. Gold diaphragm elements provide studio-quality sound, high output, and exceptionally low self-noise, making this ceiling microphone ideal for video conferencing, distance learning, and installed sound systems.
Dante AES67 Interface for Ethernet Audio Integration
Included in this kit is the DN43 Dante AES67 microphone system interface, purpose-built for Audix RJ45-equipped microphones. It supports AES67 audio streams and is Dante Domain Manager ready, allowing seamless integration into modern networked AV infrastructures. Each channel features selectable preamp gain, low-pass and high-pass filters, and balanced audio inputs with RFI filtering. The interface transmits pristine digital audio through a single Cat 5e, Cat 6, or Cat 7 cable, simplifying wiring and reducing installation complexity.
Plug and Play Installation with RJ45 Connectivity
The M3GDK kit is designed to minimize wiring errors and accelerate setup. The M3 microphone connects via RJ45 to the DN43 interface, optimizing gain structure and delivering consistent performance at the DSP. Power is supplied via PoE from IEEE 802.3af compliant equipment, eliminating the need for external power adapters. Two 5V logic outputs per port support LED control through network-connected DSPs, and logic inputs allow integration with control buttons and system automation.
Plenum Rated Construction and Professional Mounting Hardware
All above-ceiling components are plenum rated and compliant for commercial installations. The kit includes a 3-foot plenum-rated cable and two seismic and fire cable restraints for secure mounting in permanent installations. The hanging microphone requires only a single ceiling penetration and offers adjustable cable positioning up to four feet from the ceiling surface, maintaining a discreet and professional appearance in boardrooms, convention centers, and government facilities.
Optimized for Conferencing, Courtrooms, and Medical Environments
Whether deployed for zone capture, hybrid classrooms, hospital procedures, or ambient room miking, this tri-element ceiling microphone kit delivers consistent, evenly dispersed coverage with strong off-axis rejection. The low-impedance design supports extended cable runs without signal degradation, and full RF shielding protects against interference from wireless devices and lighting systems. TAA compliance further supports government and institutional purchasing requirements.