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Earthworks M23R Reference Measurement Microphone

The M23R is a precision omnidirectional measurement microphone for loudspeaker design, sound system tuning, room acoustics, and quality control. Every unit is matched to within 0.5 dB of the reference response across its entire operating range, so measurements taken with different M23R units stay comparable.

It reaches 3 Hz to 23 kHz within 0.5 dB, well past the range most measurement platforms need, and runs on standard 24 to 48 V phantom power over XLR.

Frequency Response3 Hz - 23 kHz, +/- 0.5 dB
Polar PatternOmnidirectional
Sensitivity36 mV/Pa (-28.9 dBV/Pa)
Maximum Acoustic Input140 dB SPL
Self Noise20 dB SPL equivalent (A-weighted)
Power Requirements24 - 48 V phantom, 10 mA
Output Impedance65 ohms balanced
Weight0.36 lb (160 g)