MX412 and MX418 Microflex® Standard Gooseneck Microphones
Microflex Standard Gooseneck microphones bring a whole new meaning to the word flexible with their fully adjustable
and available in cardioid, supercardioid and omnidirectional polar patterns, the interchangeable cartridges offer wide f
r
reproduction for a wide variety of applications, such as houses of worship, courtrooms and conference centers. Plus, t
h
Microflex product line for enhanced convenience and consistent sound.
Features
Specifications
Accessories
User Guides
Microflex Gooseneck microphones are available in four models with a variety of heights and mounting styles to choose
switch with LED indicator, a Shure Microflex exclusive. And every Microflex Gooseneck features high sensitivity and ba
resistance to electromagnetic hum and RF interference, even over long cable runs.
The polar pattern of the cartridge is indicated by the model number suffix:
C = Cardioid, S = Supercardioid, N = No Cartridge
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 noise 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
view larger
Pro Audio Home > Products > Wired Microphones > MX412 and MX418 Microflex® Standard Gooseneck Microphones
Gooseneck Microphones
MX412/C
MX412/S
MC412/N
304.8 mm (12 in.)
gooseneck
Attached XLR Preamp, Shock Mount, Flange Mount, Snap-Fit Foam Wind
s
MX418/C
MX418/S
MX418/C
457.2 mm (18 in.)
gooseneck
Attached XLR Preamp, Shock Mount, Flange Mount, Snap-Fit Foam Wind
s
MX412S/C
MX412S/S
MX412S/N
304.8 mm (12 in.)
gooseneck
Attached XLR Preamp, Shock Mount, Flange Mount, Snap-Fit Foam Wind
s
MX418S/C
MX418S/S
MX418S/N
457.2 mm (18 in.)
gooseneck
Attached XLR Preamp, Shock Mount, Flange Mount, Snap-Fit Foam Wind
s
MX412SE/C
MX418SE/
MX418SE/N
304.8 mm (12 in.)
gooseneck
In-Line Preamp, Shock Mount, Flange Mount, 10-ft Side-Exit (or Bottom-
E
MX418SE/C
MX418SE/S
MX418SE/N
457.2 mm (18 in.)
gooseneck
In-Line Preamp, Shock Mount, Flange Mount, 10-ft Side-Exit (or Bottom-
E
Desktop Gooseneck Microphones
MX412D/C
MX412D/S
MX412D/N
304.8 mm (12 in.)
gooseneck
Desktop Base with 10 foot Cable, Logic Functions, Programmable Switch
a
Windscreen
MX418D/C
MX418D/S
MX418D/D
457.2 mm (18 in.)
gooseneck
Desktop Base with 10 foot Cable, Logic Functions, Programmable Switch
a
Windscreen
Seite 1 von 4Shure - Wired Microphones - MX412 and MX418 Microflex® Standard Goosenec
k
...
03.12.2007http://www.shure.com/ProAudio/Products/WiredMicrophones/us
pro
MX412-C
_
con...
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 (
MX412, MX418, MX412S, MX418S Spec Sheet (pdf)
MX412SE, MX418SE Spec Sheet (pdf)
MX412D, MX418D Spec Sheet (pdf)
Microphone Specifications:
Frequency Response
50 to 17,000 Hz
view larger
Output Impedance
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 k ohm 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 k ohm 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.
Seite 2 von 4Shure - Wired Microphones - MX412 and MX418 Microflex® Standard Goosenec
k
...
03.12.2007http://www.shure.com/ProAudio/Products/WiredMicrophones/us
pro
MX412-C
_
con...
A99SMA Retrofit Adapter for SM99 Microphone
Adapter to Retrofit SM99 Microphone Series with Microflex Mounting Accessories
A99WS Microphone Windscreen
Windscreen, High Performance Ball, Foam, for Microflex Gooseneck Microphones.
RK412WS Windscreen for MX412 and MX418
Windscreen, Snap-fit, for MX412 and MX418 Microphones (Contains Four)
A412MWS Locking Metal Windscreen
Windscreen, Locking Metal, for Microflex Gooseneck Microphones.
A400SM, A400XLR, A400SMXLR and A99SMA Shock Mounts
The A400SM, A400XLR, A400SMXLR and A99SMA are accessories that allow permanent installation of a quick-release
gooseneck microphones.
RK183PK and RK183PKW In-Line Preamplifier
In-Line Preamplifier for MX180 Series, MX202B, MX412, MX412SE, and MX391 Microflex Microphones.
A412B Desktop Base
Shure A412B microphone base allows gooseneck mics to be quickly mounted when permanent installation is impractic
a
low profile. Ample room for custom circuitry. Includes cable.
R183B R183W Omnidirectional Cartridge
Omnidirectional cartridge for all Microflex MX183, MX202, MX391, MX392, MX393, MX412, MX418 and WL183 microp
h
Seite 3 von 4Shure - Wired Microphones - MX412 and MX418 Microflex® Standard Goosenec
k
...
03.12.2007http://www.shure.com/ProAudio/Products/WiredMicrophones/us
pro
MX412-C
_
con...
R184B and R184W Supercardioid Cartridges
Supercardioid cartridge for WL183, WL184, WL185 and all Microflex MX183, MX202, MX391, MX392, MX393, MX412,
M
R185B and R185W Cardioid Cartridges
Cardioid cartridge for all Microflex MX183, MX202, MX391, MX392, MX393, MX412, MX418 microphones. White or Bla
c
Quick Links
FAQ's for MX412, MX418
CommShield Technology White Paper
RF and GSM Resistance
MX412 MX412S MX418 MX418S User Guide English, French, German, Italian, Spanish 454 KB PDF
MX412D MX418D User Guide English, French, German, Italian, Spanish 891 KB PDF
MX412SE MX418SE User Guide English, French, German, Italian, Spanish 575 KB PDF
Seite 4 von 4Shure - Wired Microphones - MX412 and MX418 Microflex® Standard Goosenec
k
...
03.12.2007http://www.shure.com/ProAudio/Products/WiredMicrophones/us
pro
MX412-C
_
con...