The D'Addario company announced the release of the IR Mic Mute on its official website. The Infrared Mic Mute is a device that automatically suppresses extraneous noise. The accessory connects to the microphone and stops receiving signals when no sound is coming in.
The D'Addario Mic Mute Infrared Mic Sensor (PW-IRMM-01) is a compact microphone accessory. It automatically mutes the signal when there are no sound sources in front of the microphone.
According to the company, the device is designed for use on stage. Live environments are noisy and chaotic, and sound engineers and vocalists often don't have time to adjust faders or press the mute button. This can lead to unwanted feedback or extraneous noise entering the microphone's field of action.
The D'Addario IR Mic Mute solves this problem. After connecting the accessory to the microphone, it analyzes the incoming signal. If the signal does not come directly from the microphone or reach certain levels, the device cuts it off.
The accessory requires phantom power to operate. The sensor connects to the same channel as the microphone and operates on a break. It connects to the microphone via a standard XLR connector. The microphone connects to the suppressor, which then connects to the input of the audio interface or mixing console.
Users can customize the accessory's behavior by setting the operating distance and the signal cutoff levels. There is a separate control on the sensor housing that adjusts the device to a specific environment or vocalist. There is also a bypass button for quickly turning off the module.
The company notes that the Mic Mute Infrared Mic Sensor is useful in a variety of situations due to its ease of use. For instance, it will be useful during live concerts, theater performances, public performances, rehearsals, and sound checks.
The D'Addario IR Mic Mute will go on sale in October 2025. The recommended retail price for the accessory is $99. More details are available on the manufacturer's official website.
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