RCS Audio-Systems MS-201K Desk microphone, jack, balanced content_copy

The MS-201 from RCS Audio-Systems is a dynamic gooseneck table microphone with a cardioid polar pattern, designed for professional speaking stations. It features a slim, discreet housing design that is both aesthetically pleasing and functionally engineered. The microphone is particularly suitable for applications such as announcement systems, conference rooms, control centres, or other environments where clear speech transmission, reliability, and low feedback risk are required.

Applications
This microphone is designed for stationary use in professional communication systems. It is frequently used in rooms where high speech intelligibility is required, where targeted speech pickup without capturing background noise is essential. The cardioid polar pattern ensures that the pickup is primarily directional, effectively reducing ambient noise from the sides and rear. This makes the MS-201 especially suitable for noisy environments or use in multi-person rooms.

Functions and Equipment in Detail
The microphone features a noise-compensated microphone capsule, specifically developed to reduce ambient noise. Integrated wind and pop protection measures prevent disturbances caused by breath pressure or air movement, ensuring interference-free speech transmission even during intensive use. The Talk button allows for manual activation of speech transmission, so the microphone is only active when needed. This is particularly useful in conference situations to avoid unintended recordings.

Technology Explained Simply
The MS-201 operates as a dynamic microphone, meaning it does not require external power and is operated directly via the connecting cable. The cardioid polar pattern (unidirectional) ensures that the microphone primarily receives sound from one direction, directing the pickup specifically toward the speaker. The frequency range of 100 to 15,000 Hz covers the entire human speech range and higher tones, enabling natural and clear speech reproduction. The nominal impedance of 600 Ohms is a standard value for professional microphones and ensures compatible connection to amplifiers and mixing consoles. The sensitivity of -78 dB ±3 dB falls within the typical range for dynamic microphones and provides balanced sensitivity for professional applications.

Compatibility and Accessories
The microphone is supplied with a 5 m long connecting cable equipped with a suitable connector (e.g., 3-pole jack). The symmetrical design of the table housing allows for flexible placement, regardless of orientation. The housing also optionally provides space for special inserts such as control boards or relays, facilitating integration into existing systems.

Mounting and Installation
Installation is performed by simply placing the table housing on a flat surface. The stable gooseneck design ensures secure positioning of the microphone. The 5 m long connecting cable allows flexible placement of the microphone within the room, with the connection to the amplifier or mixing console made via the integrated connector. No additional mounting aids or tools are required.

Operational Advantages
The MS-201 offers high speech intelligibility through targeted pickup and effective suppression of ambient noise. The integrated protection against wind and pops ensures clean audio quality. The Talk button enables controlled use, keeping communication orderly and free from interference. The robust design and symmetrical housing ensure long service life and flexible use in various environments.

General
Microphone type	Dynamic with gooseneck
Directional characteristic	Kidney (unidirectional)
Frequency range	100 – 15.000 Hz
Nominal impedance	600 Ohm
Sensitivity	-78 dB
Button function	Talk button
Swan neck length	390 mm
Table enclosure dimensions (W × H × D)	131 × 42 × 181 mm
Connection	5 m connection cable with connector (e.g. 3-pole jack)

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