Shure MX412D/C Microflex 12" Gooseneck Microphone Cardioid with Desktop Base

Product Overview

The Shure MX412D/C is a 12-inch cardioid gooseneck microphone on an integrated desktop base, built for conference tables, council chambers, and meeting spaces that need a self-contained, portable talk station. Part of Shure's Microflex standard gooseneck line, this commercial AV gooseneck microphone combines a cardioid condenser cartridge with a programmable membrane switch, LED indicator, and logic input/output for integration with automatic mixers and control systems. It connects through an attached cable to a balanced XLR input.

Product Description

Designed for AV integrators and system designers, the MX412D/C ships as a desktop talk station that drops onto a conference table without drilling, making it suitable for both fixed installs and reconfigurable rooms. The programmable membrane switch supports push-to-talk, push-to-mute, or toggle operation, and the logic input/output lets the microphone interface with automatic mixers and control systems for mute coordination and LED status. The cardioid polar pattern focuses pickup on the talker and rejects off-axis room noise, while CommShield RF filtering keeps the signal clean near smartphones and wireless gear. The interchangeable cartridge can be swapped to supercardioid or omnidirectional patterns to match room acoustics.

Key Features

• Integrated Desktop Base — The self-contained base drops onto a conference table without drilling, suitable for portable or reconfigurable rooms.
• Programmable Membrane Switch — The switch supports push-to-talk, push-to-mute, or toggle modes with an LED status indicator for clear talker control.
• Logic Input and Output — Logic I/O lets the microphone coordinate mute and LED status with automatic mixers and control systems.
• Cardioid Condenser Cartridge — The cardioid capsule focuses pickup on the talker and rejects off-axis noise for clear speech in conference rooms.
• 12-Inch Gooseneck — The flexible 30.5 cm gooseneck allows precise aiming at the talker from the desktop base.
• Interchangeable Cartridge System — The cartridge swaps to supercardioid or omnidirectional patterns so one microphone adapts to different rooms.
• CommShield RF Filtering — Built-in RF rejection suppresses interference from nearby smartphones and wireless devices during meetings.
• Balanced Transformerless Output — The active-balanced output maintains signal integrity over long cable runs typical of commercial AV installs.

Typical Applications

• Boardroom
• Conference room
• Government space
• Commercial meeting space
• Multi-purpose room
• All-hands room
• Training room

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the MX412D/C need a separate base or preamp? No. The D model includes an integrated desktop base with the preamp built in, and it connects directly to a balanced XLR input through its attached cable.

How is it powered? It runs on standard 11 to 52 V DC phantom power supplied by the connected mixer, DSP, or audio interface.

What do the logic functions do? The programmable membrane switch and logic input/output let the microphone coordinate mute state and LED status with automatic mixers and control systems for managed conferencing.

How is it installed? The desktop base sits on a conference table without drilling, which suits portable setups and reconfigurable rooms while still integrating into a fixed AV system.

Can the polar pattern be changed? Yes. The interchangeable cartridge can be replaced with supercardioid or omnidirectional Microflex cartridges to match the room.

Is it covered by a warranty? Yes. The microphone is backed by Shure's manufacturer warranty; contact Creation Networks for current warranty terms and technical support.

Specifications sourced from Shure. Comparable models such as the Shure MX412/C cardioid gooseneck are available at Creation Networks.