Shure MX415/C Microflex 15" Gooseneck Microphone Cardioid

Product Overview

The Shure MX415/C is a 15-inch cardioid gooseneck microphone built for boardrooms and other spaces where reach and aesthetics both matter. This modular gooseneck microphone ships with a surface-mount preamp and a status light ring, making it a clean, professional choice for commercial AV installations. Its cardioid condenser cartridge delivers focused talker pickup for conference rooms, lecterns, and houses of worship.

Product Description

The MX415/C combines a 15-inch gooseneck with an interchangeable cardioid condenser cartridge and an included surface-mount preamp, so the microphone presents a tidy profile on the table or lectern while electronics sit below the surface. The added length suits taller lecterns and seated talkers in large conference rooms and auditoriums. A status light ring provides a clear visual cue of microphone state for presenters and operators. The balanced, transformerless output preserves signal quality over long cable runs to the equipment rack, and Shure Commshield RF filtering rejects interference from mobile devices. The cardioid pattern focuses on-axis pickup while rejecting off-axis room noise, helping a single talker come through cleanly in commercial meeting spaces. For tighter pickup in noisier rooms, compare the Shure MX415/S supercardioid gooseneck, or for a 12-inch alternative with a built-in mute switch see the Shure MX412S/C cardioid gooseneck.

Key Features

• Cardioid Condenser Cartridge — The interchangeable cardioid cartridge delivers focused on-axis pickup with good off-axis rejection for clear talker isolation in commercial rooms.
• 15-Inch Modular Gooseneck — The 38.1 cm length reaches seated talkers and taller lecterns while keeping a low table footprint.
• Surface-Mount Preamp Included — The supplied MX400SMP-style surface-mount preamp keeps electronics below the table for a clean installed appearance.
• Status Light Ring — The light ring gives presenters and operators a clear visual indication of microphone status.
• Balanced Transformerless Output — Maintains audio integrity and noise immunity over long cable runs in distributed AV systems.
• Shure Commshield RF Filtering — Built-in RF rejection guards against interference from smartphones and wireless devices.
• Interchangeable Cartridge System — Accepts R183, R184, and R185 cartridges so the same gooseneck can be re-patterned per room.

Typical Applications

• Boardroom
• Conference room
• House of worship
• Government space
• Commercial meeting space
• Training room
• Auditorium

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Which cartridges are compatible with the MX415/C?
The MX415/C ships with a cardioid cartridge and accepts the interchangeable Microflex condenser cartridges — R185 (cardioid), R184 (supercardioid), and R183 (omnidirectional) — so integrators can re-pattern the same gooseneck per room.

Does it require phantom power?
Yes. The microphone operates on 11–52 Vdc phantom power supplied by a mixer, DSP input, or audio network interface.

How does it mount in a conference table or lectern?
The included surface-mount preamp installs below the table surface, leaving only the gooseneck and light ring visible for a clean professional appearance.

Can it integrate with a Dante or networked AV system?
Yes. The analog output connects to any standard mic-level input, including Shure audio network interfaces such as the ANI4IN that bring analog Microflex mics onto a Dante network.

What warranty and support apply?
Shure microphones carry the manufacturer's warranty, and Creation Networks provides expert AV support for product selection and integration questions.