Shure MX412SES - 12" Super-Cardioid Gooseneck Microphone

Overview

The Shure MX412SE/S is a 12-inch gooseneck microphone designed to deliver clear and precise speech capture in permanent installations. Its supercardioid condenser element focuses on the speaker’s voice while minimizing background noise, making it well suited for environments such as courtrooms, meeting rooms, and houses of worship. With a frequency response from 50 Hz to 17 kHz and a dynamic range of 96.2 dB, it captures detailed and natural voice tones for reliable speech reproduction.

Key features

• Supercardioid condenser element that isolates the speaker’s voice and reduces ambient noise for improved clarity
• Interchangeable cartridge system compatible with all Microflex models, allowing easy changes to pickup patterns without replacing the microphone
• In-line preamp with balanced, transformerless XLR output ensures a clean and consistent audio signal
• Built-in shock mount reduces surface noise by more than 20 dB, minimizing vibrations from tables or podiums
• 10-foot side-exit cable enables discreet and flexible cable routing for a neat installation
• Locking flange mount secures the microphone firmly to fixed surfaces for permanent setups

Key specs

• Microphone type: 12-inch gooseneck condenser
• Polar pattern: Supercardioid
• Frequency response: 50 Hz to 17 kHz
• Dynamic range: 96.2 dB
• Output: Balanced, transformerless XLR
• Cable length: 10 feet, side-exit
• Mounting: Locking flange mount

Installation and setup

The MX412SE/S is designed for straightforward permanent installation. Its locking flange mount firmly attaches the microphone to tables, podiums, or other fixed surfaces, ensuring stability during use. The 10-foot side-exit cable allows for clean and concealed cable management, helping maintain a professional appearance in any setting. This setup is ideal for fixed installations where reliable, long-term performance is required.

Ideal uses and environments

This microphone excels in speech-focused applications where clarity and noise rejection are critical. It works well in courtrooms, conference rooms, houses of worship, and other venues where clear voice capture is essential. The supercardioid pattern and shock mount make it a strong choice for environments with ambient noise or surface vibrations, ensuring the speaker’s voice remains the focus.