- Cardioid Polar Pattern
- Picks up the most sound in front of the microphone and some from the sides. Less susceptible to feedback in high volume environments.
- Tailored Frequency Response
- Smooth, extended response. Tuned to accentuate specific types of instruments, or voices.
MX412 & MX418 Microflex Standard Gooseneck Microphones
- Condenser
- Lightweight, sensitive diaphragm. Precisely and smoothly captures sound nuances. Powered by battery or phantom power supply.
- Recommended Uses
- Conference/Installed
- Paging
Microflex® Standard Gooseneck microphones bring a whole new meaning to the word flexible with their fully adjustable gooseneck. Designed for easy replacement and available in cardioid, supercardioid and omnidirectional polar patterns, the interchangeable cartridges offer wide frequency response and accurate sound reproduction for a wide variety of applications, such as houses of worship, courtrooms and conference centers. Plus, the condenser cartridges fit every model in the Microflex product line for enhanced convenience and consistent sound.
Available with a variety of heights and mounting styles to choose from. The S/C, S/S, and S/N models include a silent mute switch with LED indicator, a Shure Microflex exclusive.
C = Cardioid, S = Supercardioid, N = No Cartridge
| Gooseneck Microphones | ||
MX412/C MX412/S MC412/N | 12" | Attached XLR Preamp, Shock & Flange Mount, Snap-Fit Foam Windscreen |
MX418/C MX418/S MX418/C | 18" | Attached XLR Preamp, Shock & Flange Mount, Snap-Fit Foam Windscreen |
MX412S/C MX412S/S MX412S/N | 12" | Attached XLR Preamp, Shock & Flange Mount, Snap-Fit Foam Windscreen, Mute Switch, LED Indicator |
MX418S/C MX418S/S MX418S/N | 18" | Attached XLR Preamp, Shock & Flange Mount, Snap-Fit Foam Windscreen, Mute Switch, LED Indicator |
MX412SE/C MX412SE/S MX412SE/N | 12" | In-Line Preamp, Shock & Flange Mount, 10' Side- (or Bottom-) Exit Cable, Snap-Fit Foam Windscreen |
MX418SE/C MX418SE/S MX418SE/N | 18" | In-Line Preamp, Shock & Flange Mount, 10' Side- (or Bottom-) Exit Cable, Snap-Fit Foam Windscreen |
| Desktop Gooseneck Microphones | ||
MX412D/C MX412D/S MX412D/N | 12" | Desktop Base with 10' Cable, Logic Functions, Programmable Switch, LED Indicator, Snap-Fit Foam Windscreen |
MX418D/C MX418D/S MX418D/D | 18" | Desktop Base with 10' Cable, Logic Functions, Programmable Switch, LED Indicator, Snap-Fit Foam Windscreen |
- Wide dynamic range and frequency response for accurate sound reproduction across the audio spectrum
- Interchangeable cartridges provide the right polar pattern for every application
- Balanced, transformerless output for increased immunity to electromagnetic hum and RF interference over long cable runs
- Shock mount provides over 20 dB isolation from surface vibration noise
- Locking flange mount for permanently securing microphone to lecterns, pulpits, or conference tables
- Snap-fit foam windscreen
- Programmable on/off switch and LED on/off indicator (MX412D/MX418D)
- New brighter LED improves visibility under strong ambient lighting (MX412D/MX418D)
- Logic input and output terminals for remote control or use with automatic microphone mixers (MX412D/MX418D)
- Supplied shock mount for more than 20 dB isolation from surface transmitted noise (MX412SE/MX418SE)
- Supplied threaded flange mount for permanently securing the microphone to a lectern, pulpit, or conference table (MX412SE/MX418SE)
- MX412, MX412S, MX418, MX418S Spec Sheet
- MX412SE, MX418SE Spec Sheet
- MX412D, MX418D Spec Sheet
- Frequency Response
- 50 to 17,000 Hz
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- 180 ohms actual (EIA rated at 150 ohms)
- Sensitivity (At 1,000 Hz, open circuit voltage*)
- Cardioid: -35.0 dBV/Pa (17.8 mV)
- Supercardioid: -33.5 dBV/Pa (21.1 mV)
- Omnidirectional: -27.5 dBV/Pa (42.2 mV)
- All values -12 dB at 0 gain
- *1 Pascal = 94 dB SPL
- Maximum SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD, 1 kilohm load)
- Cardioid: 124.2 dB
- Supercardioid: 122.7 dB
- Omnidirectional: 116.7 dB
- All values +6 dB at 0 gain
- Equivalent Output Noise (A-weighted)
- Cardioid: 28.0 dB SPL
- Supercardioid: 26.5 dB SPL
- Omnidirectional: 20.5 dB SPL
- Signal to Noise Ratio (referenced at 94 dB SPL)
- Cardioid: 66.0 dB
- Supercardioid: 67.5 dB
- Omnidirectional: 73.5 dB
- Dynamic Range at 1 kilohm load
- 96.2 dB
- 100 dB at 0 gain
- Common Mode Rejection
- 45.0 dB minimum
- Preamplifier Output Clipping Level (1% THD)
- -6.0 dBV (0.5 V)
- -12 dBV at 0 gain
- Polarity
- Positive sound pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 relative to pin 3 of output connector
- Power Requirements
- 11 to 52 Vdc phantom, 2.0 mA
- Environmental Requirements
- Operating Temperature Range: -18 to 57 degrees C (0 to 135 degrees F)
- Relative Humidity: 0 to 95%
- Dimensions
- See User Guide
| Name | Availability | |
|---|---|---|
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RK183PKW In-Line PreamplifierIn-Line Preamplifier for MX180 Series, MX202B, MX412, MX412SE, and MX391 Microflex Microphones. |
Where To Buy |
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A400SM, A400XLR, A400SMXLR and A99SMA Shock MountsThe A400SM, A400XLR, A400SMXLR and A99SMA are accessories that allow permanent installation of a quick-release shock mount for use with a wide variety of gooseneck microphones. |
Where To Buy |
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RK412WS Snap-fit Microphone WindscreensReduces unwanted breath and wind noise. Snap-fit windscreen securely fastens to Shure MX412 and MX418 microphones (contains 4). |
Available Online |
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A99SMA Retrofit Adapter for SM99 MicrophoneAdapter to Retrofit SM99 Microphone Series with Microflex Mounting Accessories. |
Where To Buy |
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R184B and R184W Supercardioid CartridgesSupercardioid cartridge for WL183, WL184, WL185 and all Microflex MX183, MX202, MX391, MX392, MX393, MX405, MX410, MX412, MX418 Microphones. White or Black. |
Where To Buy |
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R185B and R185W Cardioid CartridgesCardioid cartridge for all Microflex MX185, MX202, MX391, MX392, MX393, MX405, MX410, MX412, MX418 and WL185 microphones. White or Black. |
Where To Buy |
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A412B Desktop BaseShure A412B microphone base allows gooseneck mics to be quickly mounted when permanent installation is impractical. Angled XLR input connector maintains a low profile. Ample room for custom circuitry. Includes cable. |
Where To Buy |
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A99WS Microphone WindscreenReduces unwanted breath and wind noise. For use with Shure Microflex Gooseneck Microphones. Available in black. |
Available Online |
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R183B R183W Omnidirectional CartridgeOmnidirectional cartridge for all Microflex MX183, MX202, MX391, MX392, MX393, MX405, MX410, MX412, MX418 and WL183 microphones. White or Black |
Where To Buy |
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A412MWS Locking Metal WindscreenReduces unwanted breath and wind noise. For use with Shure Microflex gooseneck microphones. Available in black. |
Available Online |
| User Guides | Language | File Size |
|---|---|---|
| MX412SE MX418SE User Guide | English, French, German, Italian, Spanish | 590 (kb) |
| MX412 418 412S 418S User Guide | English, French, German, Italian, Spanish | 465 (kb) |
| MX412D MX418D User Guide | English, French, German, Italian, Spanish | 913 (kb) |
