50 Inch Hypercardioid Overhead Condenser Microphone for Focused Live Sound
The Audix MB5055HC MicroBoom System is a 50-inch overhead hypercardioid condenser microphone engineered for precise, controlled audio capture in live sound, church installations, theater productions, and broadcast environments. Combining a high-output miniature condenser capsule with a lightweight carbon fiber boom, this system allows you to position the microphone exactly where it performs best while maintaining a clean and professional stage appearance.
Hypercardioid Pickup Pattern for Maximum Isolation
Equipped with the M1255BHC high-output hypercardioid capsule, this MicroBoom system delivers focused sound capture with enhanced off-axis rejection. The hypercardioid polar pattern minimizes bleed from surrounding instruments and room noise, making it ideal for choirs, drum overheads, orchestral sections, and speech reinforcement where gain before feedback and clarity are critical.
High Output Condenser Capsule with Detailed Response
The integrated condenser element offers strong signal output, allowing lower gain settings at the preamp and helping reduce system noise. With a wide frequency response and accurate transient reproduction, the MB5055HC captures articulate vocals and natural instrument tone. This makes it well suited for overhead choir miking, acoustic ensembles, and live stage reinforcement.
Carbon Fiber Boom with Flexible Gooseneck Positioning
The 50-inch carbon fiber boom provides extended reach while remaining rigid and lightweight for stable placement. A flexible gooseneck section allows for fine positioning adjustments without sagging, ensuring consistent microphone alignment during performances. The design supports both horizontal and vertical use, giving sound engineers flexibility in complex stage setups.
Shielded Internal Cabling with Professional Connectivity
An internally shielded cable runs through the boom to reduce RF interference and maintain a clean audio signal path. The base terminates in a mini-XLR connector, and a 25-foot mini-XLR to standard XLR microphone cable is included for direct connection to mixers, audio interfaces, and phantom-powered preamps. No external power modules are required beyond standard phantom power.
Complete MicroBoom System for Stage and Installed Applications
The MB5055HC mounts to standard microphone stands using the included adapter, making it suitable for portable sound systems or permanent installations. A supplied windscreen helps reduce air noise and plosives, while the black finish blends naturally into stage lighting environments and live production settings.