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BEYERDYNAMIC MPC 66 V WS

http://www.beyerdynamic.com/cms/Acoustical_Boundary.59.0.html?&L=1
Boundary style cardioid microphones. Available in white or black.

CLOCK AUDIO

http://www.microphones-audio.com/brochure/acatalog/Boundary-Layer.html
Boundary style cardioid microphones.

SHURE EZO

http://www.shure.com/microphones/models/ezo.asp
Hanging mics that are often used in ceiling mic configurations.

SHURE MX412 AND MX418

http://www.shure.com/microphones/models/mxgooseneck.asp
Gooseneck microphone with 12 or 18 inch length.
II. Wired Push-To-Talk Microphones
Push-to-talk, or PTT microphones remain in an “off” mode until a button is pressed. This button is normally
located at the microphone. Many varieties of PTT microphones are available; here are a few options that
can be used with your Vortex product.

AUDIO TECHNICA U891RC

http://www.audio-technica.com (follow links to products page)
A wide-range condenser microphone with a cardioid pickup pattern. The on/off switch can be set to three
different operating modes. This microphone includes extra conductors that can be wired to the logic ports
on the Vortex.