The Shure CVG18D-BC 18" Gooseneck Condenser Micfrom Shure CVG18D-BC 18" Gooseneck Condenser Micfeatures dual-gooseneck sections for full articulation, an inline preamp and an integrated base for precise positioning. It can be used as an all-in-one solution for sound reinforcement in small-to mid-sized discussion systems such as AV conferencing, meetings, public speaking systems, and more.

The Centraverse microphone comes equipped with an integrated desktop base and a 12' cable with XLR termination for quick set up on podiums or desktops. The microphone is also equipped with CommShield Technology, which guards against unwanted RF interference from portable wireless devices such as smartphones and tablets.

Additionally, from corporate facilities, houses of worship, to government institutions and more, the Centraverse microphone delivers for any conferencing customer.

Electret Condenser Mic and Inline Preamp    Integrated Desktop Base    Cardioid Polar Pattern    Resistant to RF & Radio Signals    Dual-Section Gooseneck    Plug-and-Play Connection for Quick Setup    Includes 12' Cable with XLR Termination

Electret condenser microphone with inline preamp

Integrated desktop base

Cardioid polar pattern with tailored response for speech maximizes intelligibility in speech while reducing the chance for feedback

Equipped with CommShield Technology, which is resistant to unwanted RF interference and radio signals

Dual-section gooseneck enables ease of positioning and placement

Best-in-class performance, construction, and design

Includes integrated 12' cable with plug-and-play XLR termination that minimizes setup time

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. On/off switch?

A: There is not an on/off switch. It would need to either be unplugged or, preferably, muted (or turned all the way down) at the soundboard, for it to not be on. Also, this requires phantom power to operate. But all of those things are very deliberate and appropriate. Generally speaking, no mic in this class of mics anywhere has an on/off switch. Why? Because this mic is much more powerful and sensitive than a standard hand-held mic. And it is designed for picking up singers or instruments that are just out of reach to the mic anyways.. .and the act of a person just touching the mic, in a higher volume application, will easily cause a thumping sound noticeable to the audience. Again, rightly so. This is NOT suppose to have a person's mouth just a an inch or two away. That is not what this mic is for. It is for (a) recording a group of voices/instruments that are a few feet away, not inches away... so it picks up sounds that are further away than a hand held vocal mic will so. To do that, it is much more sensitive and shouldn't be touched during operation. If you have to move it during a performance, then the sound person should mute it at the soundboard during the move, your you'll hear lots of popping and cracking noises. That all being said, this is all the way it is suppose to work... if any of these things were not true, the mic wouldn't be able to accomplish its main missions very well. It does what it was designed to do VERY well at a GREAT price for the excellent quality of mic this is. i've used several of these for years and have been very happy with them.

Q: 2. Can you power these using 12V Phantom Power?

A: Yes, the Shure MX418D/C can operate using between 11 to 52V phantom power.

Q: 3. Will this work on a standard PA system or does it require a pre-amp?

A: This can connect to a standard XLR mic connection on a mixer. The mixer must provide 48v phantom power to run.

Q: 4. If 2 people were sitting at a table roughly 3-4 feet apart and this mic were set in between them would it pick them both up clearly?

A: The microphone may pick up some speech from both speakers if they are sitting side by side in front of the mic. However, as it is a cardioid mic (not omni), you may not get satisfactory results in terms of intelligibility with two speakers sitting opposite each other. We would recommend you use 2 of these mics, one for each speaker.

Q: 5. Would this mic work well for Podcasting, Virtual Meetings, Speech Videos? If not, would you recommend the Shure Sm57 or Sm7b?

A: Yes and Maybe. As a podium mic, which requires 48V phantom power, this mic MAY be a good choice, providing that it is connected to a device providing 48V phantom power, an audio interface or an audio mixer (with USB out) would be required to connect this mic to a computer. Examples include: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1479273-REG/focusrite_scarlett_solo_3g_scarlett_solo_usb_audio.html https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1251143-REG/shure_mvi_a_ltg_mvi_digital_audio.html/specs The Shure SM57 or SM7B are good choices, though are less sensitive mics, so require very close proximity (3-8") to the subject. These do not require phantom power, but would still require an audio interface to a computer. These 2 mics MAY also benefit greatly by using a Cloudlifter: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1177578-REG/cloud_microphones_cl_1_cloudlifter_mic_activator.html

Q: 6. Can this mic be used without phantom power?

A: The Shure CVG18-B/C is an Electret condenser microphone. This mic will require phantom power in order to operate.

Q: 7. Any idea how to store and transport several of these (we have 12)? I can't find any case made specifically for gooseneck microphones, at this point thinking of just buying multiple large hardshell cases and cutting out foam to somewhat fit them, not ideal or cheap but can't think of any other solution.

A: I don't really know. Ours came in a slim box and the mic was wrapped in bubble wraps.

Q: 8. Is the base threaded?

A: No

Q: 9. may be dumb question but will this stand on a desk without falling over or does it need mounted?

A: The desktop stand in this product should hold up the mic properly without falling.

Q: 10. Can I connect it to my laptop?

A: This condenser goose neck mic can be used with a computer with the addition of an audio interface, such as the Focusrite Scarlett Solo 2x2 USB Audio Interface (3rd Generation), BH #FOSCARSOLO3G. The audio interface can provide the necessary 48 volt phantom power that the mic requires, as well as convert the analog signal into a digital signal, which then conects via the included USB cable to your computer.