Audix M55WD Hanging Ceiling Microphone

Hanging Ceiling Microphone for Dante Networked Audio Systems

The Audix M55WD is a hanging ceiling condenser microphone engineered specifically for use with the Audix Dante AES67 integrated microphone system. It provides high-quality overhead audio capture while transmitting power, control, audio, and LED status through a single network cable, making it ideal for modern installed audio environments that rely on networked infrastructure.

Designed for Clear Speech in Installed Environments

Built to support voice-focused applications, the M55WD delivers consistent speech intelligibility in conference rooms, classrooms, boardrooms, healthcare facilities, and surveillance environments. Its high output allows effective distance miking, ensuring voices are captured clearly without requiring visible tabletop or wall-mounted microphones.

Integrated Dante AES67 Connectivity

The microphone connects directly to the Audix Dante AES67 system using standard Cat 5 to Cat 7 cabling with RJ45 connectors. All microphone functions, including audio transmission, contact closure, and LED status control, are handled through the network connection. This design removes the need for external power supplies or analog audio cabling, simplifying system design and installation.

Visual Status Indication with Built-In LEDs

A two-color LED indicator provides immediate visual feedback for microphone status, displaying active or muted states. This is especially useful in conferencing and instructional spaces where users need clear confirmation of microphone operation without relying on external control panels.

Adjustable Hanging Hardware for Precise Placement

The included mounting hardware allows the microphone to hang up to four feet from the ceiling surface and provides fingertip height adjustment and rotational control. Installation requires only a single 5/8-inch ceiling hole, with no additional tools needed and no requirement to remove ceiling tiles, reducing labor time and installation complexity.

Low-Noise Performance with RF Protection

Integrated low-noise preamp circuitry ensures clean audio capture, while built-in immunity to RF interference prevents signal issues caused by mobile phones and wireless devices. This makes the M55WD reliable in technology-dense environments where wireless interference is common.