Shure MX412D/S 12" Supercardioid Desktop Gooseneck Microphone

Product Overview

The Shure MX412D/S is a 12-inch supercardioid desktop gooseneck microphone from the Microflex series, built for clear speech reinforcement in conference rooms, council chambers, and lecterns. The supercardioid pattern focuses tightly on the talker and rejects surrounding room noise, making it a reliable choice for commercial AV installations that demand intelligible voice pickup. The desktop base, programmable switch, and logic functions make it well suited to fixed installations and gavel-controlled meeting spaces.

Product Description

The MX412D/S combines a 305 mm (12 inch) gooseneck with a desktop base, integrated programmable switch, LED indicator, and logic functions for control integration with conferencing systems and DSPs. Its supercardioid condenser capsule delivers a 50 Hz to 17 kHz frequency response for full-range speech, while the transformerless, balanced output provides immunity to electromagnetic hum and RF interference over long cable runs typical of commercial installations. A 3 m cable and snap-fit foam windscreen are included, along with a complete installation kit. This combination of directional pickup, logic control, and installation hardware makes the MX412D/S a practical podium and conference table microphone for boardrooms, training rooms, and government meeting spaces.

Key Features

• Supercardioid Polar Pattern — Tight directional pickup focuses on the talker and rejects off-axis room noise for improved speech intelligibility.
• 12-Inch Gooseneck with Desktop Base — The 305 mm gooseneck on a desktop base positions the capsule near the talker for consistent pickup at conference tables and lecterns.
• Programmable Switch and LED — An integrated programmable switch and LED indicator support mute and push-to-talk control in managed meeting environments.
• Logic Functions — Built-in logic enables integration with conferencing systems, DSPs, and control processors for automated room behavior.
• Transformerless Balanced Output — The balanced, transformerless output resists electromagnetic hum and RF interference, even over long cable runs in commercial installations.
• Wide Speech Response — A 50 Hz to 17 kHz frequency response captures natural, full-range voice for reinforcement and conferencing.
• Complete Installation Kit — The microphone ships with a 3 m cable and snap-fit foam windscreen for ready installation.

Typical Applications

• Boardroom
• Conference room
• Government space
• Commercial meeting space
• Training room
• Multi-purpose room
• House of worship

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the /S in the model number mean? The /S designation indicates the desktop base version with an integrated programmable switch, LED indicator, and logic functions for control integration.

What is the supercardioid pattern best for? The supercardioid pattern is well suited to environments with background noise or multiple nearby talkers, since it focuses tightly on the person directly in front of the microphone.

Can it integrate with a DSP or conferencing system? Yes. The logic functions and programmable switch allow integration with conferencing systems, DSPs, and control processors for mute and push-to-talk behavior.

What are comparable options for conference tables? For ceiling-free table pickup, consider the MXA310 table array microphone; for a wireless desktop gooseneck, see the MXW8 desktop gooseneck base transmitter.

What warranty and support apply? The microphone carries Shure's standard manufacturer warranty; contact Creation Networks for warranty terms and AV integration support.