AC-44 Tap
USB-C Boundary Microphone
The MXL AC-44 Tap is a professional USB-C boundary microphone designed for crystal-clear audio capture in huddle rooms, classrooms, telemedicine setups, and collaborative workspaces. Its compact footprint and three-capsule array provide wide 180° coverage while minimizing unwanted noise and echoes. The capacitive touch mute switch allows for discreet muting with a simple tap, while the LED indicator displays microphone status clearly. Plug-and-play USB-C connectivity ensures fast, reliable operation on both Mac® and PC systems—no drivers required.
Use Case: High-quality, easy-to-use USB-C microphone for collaboration, conferencing, and professional recordings.
- Wide Sound Coverage: 3-capsule boundary design captures clear speech across a 180° range.
- Capacitive Touch Mute: Discreetly mute the microphone with a simple touch.
- LED Indicator: Blue for active, red for muted—clearly shows mic status.
- Plug-and-Play USB-C: Fast, reliable connectivity with Mac and PC, no drivers needed.
- Compact & Professional Design: Small footprint fits in any huddle space, classroom, or workspace.
Mic type
USB microphone
Capsule
Three capsule boundary design
Frequency response
30 Hz – 20 kHz
Polar pattern
180-degree wide cardioid
Signal to noise ratio
91 dB
THD
-85dB
Sample rate
48kHz
Bit depth
24Bit
USB output
USB type C
Analog output
3.5mm line level direct feed
Size and weight
3” x 2.5” x 1” / .5 lbs
Metal finish
Black
Contents
AC-44Tap, 6’ USB C to USB Type A
Wide Sound Coverage
The AC-44 Tap uses MXL’s signature 3-capsule boundary design to enhance direct sounds while mitigating noise and echoes within your workspace. The microphone’s wide 180-degree cardioid pickup pattern provides excellent coverage - focusing on sound sources in front of the microphone and eliminating unwanted noise from the back. The AC-44 Tap has the flexibility to work in a single-user workspace, a medium huddle space, and even classrooms and medical facilities.
Plug and Play
The AC-44 Tap features an LED indicator that illuminates blue for active or red when muted, making microphone control a clear and transparent process for all.
Powered by a simple USB-C connection, the AC-44 Tap offers plug and play functionality - no drivers or installers are needed. Connect the mic and set it as your audio input device.