Shure MX395 Specification Sheet

MX395 Low Profile Boundary Microphones

Overview

The Microflex Low Profile Boundary microphone is an ideal table microphone when minimal presence is of high priority. Perfect for meeting rooms, these
microphones deliver exceptional sound pickup while barely being noticed. Choose from a selection of colors and pickup patterns for customized table and
ceiling installations.

Specifications

Type

Frequency Response

Polar Pattern (at 1 kHz)

Output Impedance

Output Configuration

Sensitivity
(at 1 kHz , open circuit voltage)
1 Pascal=94 dB SPL

Maximum SPL
(1 kHz at 1% THD, 1 kΩ load)

Equivalent Output Noise
(A-weighted)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio
(referenced at 94 dB SPL at 1 kHz)

Dynamic Range
(1 kΩ load at 1 kHz)

Common Mode Rejection

Preamplifier Output Clipping Level

Polarity

Weight

Logic Connections

Environmental Conditions

Power Requirements

(subject to change)

Condenser (electret bias)

50–17000 Hz

MX395/O: Omnidirectional
MX395/C: Cardioid
MX395/BI: Bidirectional

EIA Rated at 150 Ω (170 Ω actual)

Active Balanced

Cardioid: –35 dBV/Pa (18 mV)
Omnidirectional: –28 dBV/Pa (42 mV)
Bidirectional: –37 dBV/Pa (14 mV)

Cardioid: 121 dB
Omnidirectional: 114 dB
Bidirectional: 123 dB

Cardioid: 28 dB SPL
Omnidirectional: 21 dB SPL
Bidirectional: 29 dB

Cardioid: 66 dB
Omnidirectional: 75 dB
Bidirectional: 65 dB

Cardioid: 93 dB
Omnidirectional: 93 dB
Bidirectional: 94 dB

45 dB minimum (10 Hz to 100 kHz)

-8 dBV (0.4 V) (1% THD)

3-Pin XLR: Positive sound pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 relative to
pin 3 of output XLR connector.
5-Pin XLR: Positive sound pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 4 relative to
pin 2 of output XLR connector.

Net: .136 kg (.30 lb) Packaged: 0.374 kg (0.825 lbs)

LED IN: Active low (≤1.0V), TTL compatible. Absolute maximum voltage: -0.7V to 50V.

Operating Temperature: -18–57 °C (0–135 °F)
Storage Temperature: -29–74 °C (-20–165 °F)
Relative Humidity: 0–95%

MX395: 11–52 Vdc phantom, 2.0 mA
MX395-LED: 48–52 Vdc phantom, 8.0 mA

MX395

Low Profile
Boundary Mic

Diam. x H: 1 1/4“ (32 mm) x 4“ (102 mm)

Available Models

The polar pattern of the cartridge is indicated by the model number suffix: C = Cardioid, O = Omnidirectional, BI = Bidirectional

MX395B/C, MX395B/BI, MX395B/O

MX395AL/C, MX395AL/BI, MX395AL/O

MX395W/O

MX395B/C-LED, MX395B/BI-LED, MX395B/O-LED

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Black, 3-pin XLR

Aluminum, 3-pin XLR

White, 3-pin XLR

Black, 5-pin XLR, logic-controlled muting functions, Bi-color Status Indicator Ring

MX395 Low Profile Boundary Microphones

Furnished Accessories

65A2166

30A1438

95A1118 (LED Models only)

Rubber isolation Rings

Fastening Hex Nut

5-Pin XLR-Female Connector

65A2190

Wing Nut

Architectural Specifications

MX395AL/C – The microphone shall be a surface mounted, aluminum, electret condenser microphone with a cardioid polar pattern. The
visible diameter and height of the microphone above the mounting surface shall be 1 ¼ “ (32mm) and 5/8” (24 mm). The microphone shall
be resistant to RF interference from portable mobile and handheld devices. The frequency response range shall be 50 Hz to 17kHz and the
sensitivity 18 mV/Pa.

MX395B/C – The microphone shall be a surface mounted, black, electret condenser microphone with a cardioid polar pattern. The visible
diameter and height of the microphone above the mounting surface shall be 1 ¼ “ (32mm) and 5/8” (24 mm). The microphone shall be
resistant to RF interference from portable mobile and handheld devices. The frequency response range shall be 50 Hz to 17kHz and the
sensitivity 18 mV/Pa.

MX395B/C-LED – The microphone shall be a surface mounted, black, electret condenser microphone with a cardioid polar pattern. The
microphone shall include a logic controlled, bi-colored status indicator ring. The visible diameter and height of the microphone above the
mounting surface shall be 1 ¼ “ (32mm) and 5/8” (24 mm). The microphone shall be resistant to RF interference from portable mobile and
handheld devices. The frequency response range shall be 50 Hz to 17kHz and the sensitivity 18 mV/Pa.

MX395AL/O - The microphone shall be a surface mounted, aluminum, electret condenser microphone with an omni polar pattern. The
visible diameter and height of the microphone above the mounting surface shall be 1 ¼ “ (32mm) and 5/8” (24 mm). The microphone shall
be resistant to RF interference from portable mobile and handheld devices. The frequency response range shall be 50 Hz to 17kHz and the
sensitivity 42 mV/Pa.

MX395B/O - The microphone shall be a surface mounted, black, electret condenser microphone with an omni polar pattern. The visible
diameter and height of the microphone above the mounting surface shall be 1 ¼ “ (32mm) and 5/8” (24 mm). The microphone shall be
resistant to RF interference from portable mobile and handheld devices. The frequency response range shall be 50 Hz to 17kHz and the
sensitivity 42 mV/Pa.

MX395B/O-LED – The microphone shall be a surface mounted, aluminum, electret condenser microphone with an omni polar pattern. The
microphone shall include a logic controlled, bi-colored status indicator ring. The visible diameter and height of the microphone above the
mounting surface shall be 1 ¼ “ (32mm) and 5/8” (24 mm). The microphone shall be resistant to RF interference from portable mobile and
handheld devices. The frequency response range shall be 50 Hz to 17kHz and the sensitivity 42 mV/Pa.

MX395W/O - The microphone shall be a surface mounted, white, electret condenser microphone with an omni polar pattern. The visible
diameter and height of the microphone above the mounting surface shall be 1 ¼ “ (32mm) and 5/8” (24 mm). The microphone shall be
resistant to RF interference from portable mobile and handheld devices. The frequency response range shall be 50 Hz to 17kHz and the
sensitivity 42 mV/Pa.

MX395AL/BI – The microphone shall be a surface mounted, aluminum, electret condenser microphone with a bi-directional polar pattern.
The visible diameter and height of the microphone above the mounting surface shall be 1 ¼ “ (32mm) and 5/8” (24 mm). The microphone
shall be resistant to RF interference from portable mobile and handheld devices. The frequency response range shall be 50 Hz to 17kHz and
the sensitivity 14 mV/Pa.

MX395B/BI – The microphone shall be a surface mounted, black, electret condenser microphone with a bi-directional polar pattern. The
visible diameter and height of the microphone above the mounting surface shall be 1 ¼ “ (32mm) and 5/8” (24 mm). The microphone shall
be resistant to RF interference from portable mobile and handheld devices. The frequency response range shall be 50 Hz to 17kHz and the
sensitivity 14 mV/Pa.

MX395B/BI-LED – The microphone shall be a surface mounted, black, electret condenser microphone with a bi-directional polar pattern.
The microphone shall include a logic controlled, bi-colored status indicator ring. The visible diameter and height of the microphone above the
mounting surface shall be 1 ¼ “ (32mm) and 5/8” (24 mm). The microphone shall be resistant to RF interference from portable mobile and
handheld devices. The frequency response range shall be 50 Hz to 17kHz and the sensitivity 14 mV/Pa.

Cardioid

Bidirectional

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Omnidirectional

Canada, Latin America,
Caribbean:

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Niles, IL 60714-4608 USA

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