Specification Sheet

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Product Specifications
Centraverse
™
CVG Gooseneck Microphones
Overview
Professional gooseneck electret condenser microphone for use in general installed sound reinforcement applications. Designed with dual gooseneck sections
for full articulation, the CVG12 and CVG18 provide scalable, best-in-class performance in a wide variety of locations, including podiums and desktops.
Features
• Cardioid polar pattern with tailored response for speech
• Dual-section gooseneck enables ease of positioning and placement options
• Available in 12" (30.4 cm) and 18" (45.7 cm) gooseneck lengths
• Black color
• Included Flange Mount and available snap-fit windscreens (ACVG4WS-B – 4 pack)
• Available in three configurations*
-With Inline Preamp (CVG12 / CVG18)
-With Mute switch/LED, Inline Preamp (CVG12S / CVG18S)
-With Light-ring, Mute Switch, Inline Preamp (CVG12RS / CVG18RS)
• Commshield
®
interference immunity
-Guards against unwanted RF Interference from portable wireless devices (smartphones, etc.)
-gh resistance to intense nearby radio signals
• Superior Shure design and rugged, dependable construction
Available SKUs
CVG12-B/C 12" Gooseneck Condenser Microphone, Inline Pre-Amp, Cardioid, Black
CVG18-B/C 18" Gooseneck Condenser Microphone, Inline Pre-Amp, Cardioid, Black
CVG12S-B/C* 12" Gooseneck Condenser Microphone, Inline Pre-Amp, Mute Switch, LED, Cardioid, Black
CVG18S-B/C* 18" Gooseneck Condenser Microphone, Inline Pre-Amp, Mute Switch, LED, Cardioid, Black
CVG12RS-B/C* 12" Gooseneck Condenser Microphone, Inline Pre-Amp, Mute Switch, Light-Ring, Cardioid, Black
CVG18RS-B/C* 18" Gooseneck Condenser Microphone, Inline Pre-Amp, Mute Switch, Light-Ring, Cardioid, Black
*Note: Model availability depends on region. See your local Shure dealer or distributor for details.
Specifications
Cartridge Type Electret Condenser
Frequency Response 70–16000 Hz
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Output Impedance 180 Ω
Sensitivity (at 1 kHz , open circuit voltage) –33 dBV/Pa[1] (22 mV)
Maximum SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD) 120 dB SPL
Signal to Noise Ratio
(referenced at 94 dB SPL)
67 dB
Dynamic Range 93 dB
Self Noise (equivalent SPL, A-weighted, typical) 27 dB SPL
Common Mode Rejection (10 Hz to 100 kHz) >45 dB
Preamplifier Output Clipping Level (1% THD)
−7 dBV
Polarity Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2
with respect to pin 3
Power Requirements 11–52 V DC[4], 2.0 mA
Environmental Requirements Operating Temperature Range: -18° C to 57° C (0° F to 135° F)
Relative Humidity: 0 to 95%
Accessories
95A16670 Windscreen CVD-B Desktop Base C25J 25’ XLR Cable
RPM640 Mounting Flange ACVG4WS-B Replacement Windscreens (4-pack) A400SM Shock Mount
A57F Microphone Clip
CVG12 CVG18
Polar Patterns Frequency Response
500 Hz
250 Hz
1,000 Hz
4,000 Hz
2,000 Hz
20
15
10
5
0
-30
-25
-20
-15
-10
-5
dB
Hz
20 100 1k 10k
20k
2 ft. (0.6 m) from sound source