The Shure MX412S/N 12-inch cardioid gooseneck microphone with a switch is a top - notch audio solution known for its versatility and high - quality performance. It belongs to the Microflex Standard series, making it a perfect fit for diverse settings like places of worship, courtrooms, and conference centers. With interchangeable cartridges that offer cardioid, supercardioid, and omnidirectional patterns, it guarantees a wide frequency response and accurate sound for all your needs. Whether you're speaking at a lectern, pulpit, or conference table, this microphone provides the extra length and flexibility you require to convey your message clearly.
Built for reliability, the Shure MX412S/N features high sensitivity and a balanced, transformerless output. This design minimizes electromagnetic hum and RF interference, even when using long cables. It has a wide dynamic range and frequency response, capturing every word precisely. The included snap - fit foam windscreen, attached XLR preamp, mute switch, and LED indicator enhance its functionality, ensuring clear and uninterrupted public speaking.
Key Features:
- Wide dynamic range and frequency response for accurate audio across the spectrum.
- Comes with a snap - fit foam windscreen, attached XLR preamp, mute switch, and LED indicator.
- Interchangeable cartridges offer the right polar pattern for any application.
- Balanced, transformerless output resists electromagnetic hum and RF interference over long cables.
- Shock mount provides over 20 dB isolation from surface vibration noise.
- Locking flange mount secures the microphone to lecterns, pulpits, or conference tables.
Specifications:
- Type: 12 - inch (30.5 cm) without cartridge
- Frequency Response: 50 - 17000 Hz
- Output Impedance: EIA Rated at 150 (180 actual, MX412/418)
- Sensitivity (at 1 kHz, open circuit voltage): Cardioid: - 35 dB V/Pa (17.8 mV), Supercardioid: - 33.5 dB V/Pa (21.1 mV), Omnidirectional: - 27.5 dB V/Pa (42.2 mV) 1 Pascal = 94 dB SPL
- Maximum SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD, 1 k load): Cardioid: 124.2 dB, Supercardioid: 122.7 dB, Omnidirectional: 116.7 dB
- Equivalent Output Noise (A - weighted): Cardioid: 28 dB SPL, Supercardioid: 26.5 dB SPL, Omnidirectional: 20.5 dB SPL
- Signal - to - Noise Ratio (referenced at 94 dB SPL at 1 kHz): Cardioid: 66 dB, Supercardioid: 67.5 dB, Omnidirectional: 73.5 dB
- Dynamic Range (1 k load at 1 kHz): 96.2 dB / 100 dB at 0 gain
- Power Requirements: 11 - 52 Vdc phantom, 8.0 mA
Package Contents:
- Shure MX412S/N 12 - inch cardioid gooseneck with switch (no microphone cartridge)
- Snap - fit foam windscreen
- Attached XLR preamp
- Mute switch
- LED indicator
Using the Shure MX412S/N is easy. First, use the locking flange mount to secure the microphone to a lectern, pulpit, or conference table. Then, connect it to your audio system using the attached XLR preamp and make sure to supply 11 - 52 Vdc phantom power. You can choose the right cartridge based on your needs - cardioid, supercardioid, or omnidirectional. The mute switch and LED indicator let you control the microphone easily during your speech.
When using it, try to keep it at a proper distance from your mouth to get the best sound. Avoid touching the microphone too much as it may cause vibration noise, but the shock mount helps reduce this issue.
For maintenance, clean the snap - fit foam windscreen regularly to keep it free from dust and debris. If you're not using the microphone for a long time, store it in a dry and clean place. Also, check the cables and connections periodically to ensure they're in good condition.
