Shure MX405, MX410, MX415 User Manual

THERE’S NEVER

Microflex® Microphones

BEEN A MORE
FLEXIBLE CHOICE.

MICROFLEX® MICROPHONES: WORK A ROOM IN MORE WAYS THAN EVER.

Available Models

MX405 C/S

5 inch (12.7 cm), includes surface mount preamp

MX405R N

5 inch (12.7 cm), includes surface mount preamp

MX405LP C/S

5 inch (12.7 cm), less preamp

MX405RLP N

5 inch (12.7 cm), less preamp

MX410 C/S

10 inch (25.4 cm), includes surface mount preamp

MX410R N

10 inch (25.4 cm), includes surface mount preamp

MX410LP C/S

10 inch (25.4 cm), less preamp

MX410RLP N

10 inch (25.4 cm), less preamp

MX415 C/S

15 inch (38.1 cm), includes surface mount preamp

MX415R N

15 inch (38.1 cm), includes surface mount preamp

MX415LP C/S

15 inch (38.1 cm), less preamp

MX415RLP N

15 inch (38.1 cm), less preamp

Mounting Options

MX400DP

Desktop Base

MX890

Wireless Desktop Base

MX400SMP

Surface-mount Preamp

Available Mode ls C = Cardioid, S = Supercardi oid, N = No Cartridge

Combining sleek, low profile aesthetics and a complete selection of microphones and mounting options, Microflex microphones
include the highest standard of quality and efficiency for installed audio applications.

Get the exact fit for your professional installation; knowing it’s backed by the superior sound quality, reliability, and durability
you only get from Shure.

THE NEW HEIGHT OF FLEXIBILIT Y.

MX405/MX410/MX415

Modular Gooseneck Microphones

Flexible in more ways than one, Microflex Modular Gooseneck microphones deliver
unsurpassed style and performance for conference rooms and similar applications.
Offering desktop or mounted bases, wired or wireless options, and even interchangeable
cartridges, it’s easy to get the perfect fit for your conferencing installation. Fully compatible
with SLX
applications requiring logic functionality.

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wireless systems, including the SLX4L wireless receiver with logic output for

MX415, MX410 and MX405 with MX890 Wireless Desktop Base

MX405 (with MX400SMP), MX410 (with MX400DP), MX415 without base

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Available in 5 inch (12.7 cm), 10 inch (25.4 cm) and 15 inch (38.1 cm) lengths

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Cardioid and supercardioid polar patterns

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Bi-color status indicator (standard models) or single color light ring (“R” models)

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Programmable mute switch (desktop models only)

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Logic input/output for remote LED and mute control dependant on base option

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Surface-mount and wired or wireless desktop base options

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MX890 Wireless Desktop Base compatible with SLX4 and SLX4L Wireless Receivers

SLX4

Standard wireless receiver.

SLX4L

Wireless receiver with logic output.

UNMATCHED FLEXIBILITY. UNBENDING PERFORMANCE.

Available Models

MX 412 C /S/ N

12 inch (30.5 cm), Attached Preamp

MX412S C/S/N

12 inch (30.5 cm), Attached Preamp, Mute Switch

MX412SE C/S/N

12 inch (30.5 cm), In-Line Preamp, 10 foot (3.0 m) Side-E xit Cable

MX 412D C/ S/N

12 inch (30.5 cm), Desktop Base with 10 foot (3.0 m) Cable

MX 418 C /S/ N

18 inch (45.7 cm), Attached Preamp

MX 418 S C /S /N

18 inch (45.7 cm), Attached Preamp, Mute Switch

MX418SE C/S/N

18 inch (45.7 cm), In-Line Preamp, 10 foot (3.0 m) Side-Exit Cable

MX 418D C/S /N

18 inch (45.7 cm), Desktop Base with 10 foot (3.0 m) Cable

Available Mode ls C = Cardioid, S = Supercardi oid, N = No Cartridge

MX412/MX418

Standard Gooseneck Microphones

Microflex Standard Gooseneck microphones provide the added length and flexibility
needed for speakers in environments like lecterns, pulpits, and courtrooms. Available
in four models with a variety of heights and mounting styles to choose from, Microflex
Gooseneck microphones feature high sensitivity and balanced, transformerless output
for maximum resistance to electromagnetic hum and RF interference, even over long
cable runs.

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Available in 12 inch (30.5 cm) and 18 inch (45.7 cm) lengths

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Interchangeable cartridges provide the right polar pattern for every application

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Locking flange mount for permanently securing microphone to surfaces

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Snap-fit foam windscreen

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Shock mount provides over 20 dB isolation from surface vibration noise

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Models available with attached preamp, in-line preamp, or desktop base

MX412D MX412S

COMMSHIELD® TECHNOLOGY IMPROVES RF RESISTANCE.

Available Models

MX395B C/O/BI

Black

MX395AL C/O/BI

Aluminum

MX395W O

White

MX395B O/C/BI-LED

Black, with bi-color status indicator

Available Mode ls C = Cardioid, O = Omni, BI = Bidire ctional

Available Models

MX396 C-DUAL

Dual-Element Conguration

MX 39 6 C -TRI

Tri-Element Conguration

All Microflex® models offer CommShield Technology, which guards against unwanted radio interference
from consumer wireless devices such as cell phones and PDA’s. Shure engaged their development
teams to redesign Microflex microphones to be highly resistant to radio frequency interference such as
might be experienced with GSM cell phone technology and to implement design techniques such as
multilayer circuit boards, improved grounding techniques, tighter enclosures for improved shielding, and
improved microphone cable and audio connectors. The combination of improved techniques is utilized
to deliver Microflex microphones that are highly resistant to intense nearby radio signals.

INCONSPICUOUSLY IMPRESSIVE.

MX395

Low Profile Boundary Microphone

The Microflex Low Profile Boundary microphone is an ideal table microphone when minimal
presence is of high priority. Perfect for meeting rooms, these microphones deliver exceptional
sound pickup while barely being noticed. Choose from a selection of colors and pickup
patterns for customized table and ceiling installations.

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Only 1.25 inch (3.175 cm) in diameter

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Cardioid, omni and bidirectional
polar patterns

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Wide dynamic range and smooth
frequency response

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Available in black, white and aluminum

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Bi-color status indicator (select models)

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TTL Logic LED input and
TTL Logic switch ouput

Side view

Example of Boardroom Table Mic Placement Coverage Cross-Table Coverage (Dual) End-of-Table Coverage (Tri) Center-of-Table Coverage (Tri)

Side view

ONE MICROPHONE THAT PERFORMS LIKE MANY.

MX396

Multi Element Boundary Microphone

The Microflex Multi-Element Boundary microphone delivers a unique and versatile tool for
conference room installations. Clean and simple in appearance, Multi-Element Boundary mics
come in two or three element configurations, combining the coverage of multiple microphones into
one small, compact package.

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Multiple coverage patterns (see diagram below)

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Individual audio output for each element

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Bi-color status indicator

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Programmable mute switch

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TTL Logic LED input and TTL Logic switch ouput

COMPACT, CLEAR, AND CONNECTED.

Available Models

MX391 C /S/O

Black Attached cable w/ 4-pin mini connector, Preamplier

MX 391W C/ S/ O

White Attached cable w/ 4-pin mini connector, Preamplier

MX392 C/S/O

Surface-mount microphone, Attached unterminated cable

MX393 C/S/O

Surface-mount microphone, Mini 3-pin connector cable

C = Cardioid, S = Sup ercardioid, O = Omni

Available Models

MX690

Wireless Boundary Mic, Cardioid

MX391/MX392/MX393

Wired Boundary Microphones

With slim design and superior audio reproduction, Microflex Boundary microphones are the
ideal conference room solution. Features include programmable, silent membrane switches,
interchangeable cartridges, logic inputs and outputs, and LED indicators – Microflex
Boundary microphones provide high-quality sound for a wide range of applications.

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Cardioid, supercardioid and
omnidirectional polar patterns

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Select models available in
black or white

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Programmable, silent
membrane switch

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TTL Logic LED input and TTL Logic
switch ouput (MX392 only)

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LED indicator (MX392, MX393)

MX393

MX392

WIRELESS. LIMITLESS.

MX690

Wireless Boundary Microphone

The Microflex Wireless Boundary microphone offers total freedom of placement with no
holes to drill or cables to run for installation. It is the perfect solution for conference and
meeting spaces where users demand flexibility and high performance. Compatible with
Shure SLX
requiring logic functionality.

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wireless systems, including the SLX4L receiver with logic output for applications

Sleek, low profile design
Frequency agile, microprocessor

controlled transmitter
Bi-color status indicator
IR link to SLX receiver for automatic frequency synchronization
Programmable mute function
Battery level indicator
Operates on two AA batteries
TTL Logic transmitter status and TTL Logic battery level signal

when used with SLX4L wireless receiver

MX391

Front view Side view

A MICROPHONE THAT GOES ABOVE AND BEYOND.

Available Models

MX202B C/S/N

Black In-line preamplier, stand adapter

MX202W C/S/N

White In-line preamplier, stand adapter

MX20 2BP C/S/ N

Black Plate-mounted preamplier

MX202WP C/S/N

White Plate-mounted preamplier

Mounting Options

A202BB

Microphone Desk/Table Stand

Available Mode ls C = Cardioid, S = Supercardi oid, N = No Cartridge

Available Models

MX180 /N

No Cartridge

MX183

Omnidirectional

MX184

Supercardioid

MX185

Cardioid

MC50B

Subminiature
Omnidirectional

MC51B

Subminiature
Cardioid

MX202

Overhead Microphones

Microflex® Overhead microphones capture sound
from speakers, choirs, and stages conveniently
and unobtrusively from above. Compact and
flexible, each feature a four-inch gooseneck
and versatile condenser cartridges for accurate
sound reproduction in any setting. The available
preamp options offer easy installation in ceilings
or microphone stands, and provide accurate,
reliable sound reproduction.

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Cardioid and supercardioid polar patterns

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Interchangeable condenser cartridges

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Inline or plate mount preamp

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Optional desk stand also available

MC50B MC51B MX183/184/185

FREEDOM TO MOVE, FREEDOM TO HEAR.

MX183/MX184/MX185/MC50/MC51

Lavalier Microphones

Attached to a tie or lapel, Microflex Lavalier
microphones offer freedom of movement to
any situation involving voice reproduction.
As stylish as they are convenient, Lavaliers are
available in a wide array of sizes, including two
subminiature microphone models, and are
compatible with all Shure wireless platforms.

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Cardioid, supercardioid and omnidirectional
polar patterns

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Phantom-powered preamp

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Exceptionally low handling noise

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Includes tie clip, dual tie clip and
snap-fit windscreen

THE SOUND HEARD AROUND THE WORLD.

Shure has long been the global leader in providing audio solutions for all types of
commercial installations. Whether in churches, schools, boardrooms, or courtrooms,
you’ll find Microflex microphones providing superior audio and Shure’s world-class
service and support.

Proven reliable in installations worldwide, Microflex
microphones are well suited to meet the diverse audio
requirements of any House of Worship. Ideal for choirs,
lecterns, and altars, all Microflex products are both attractive
and inconspicuous and deliver the superior sound quality you
can expect from Shure.

Microflex microphones provide solutions for meeting rooms,
video conferences, large presentations or any other situation
the business world throws at you. Gooseneck mics meet the
needs of any size conference table while low-profile boundary
mics are discreet and unobtrusive yet provide crystal clear
audio. Additionally, CommShield
unwanted interference.

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technology guards against

Utilized for everything from auditoriums to band rooms,
Microflex microphones have delivered exceptional audio quality
to the hallowed halls of academia for years. By providing the
educational institutions of the world with exceptional quality
products, Shure tirelessly commits themselves to delivering
unparalleled service and support.

Microflex microphones have adorned the podiums and
committee rooms of government institutions around the
world. From lavaliers to overheads to goosenecks, Shure
audio products deliver exceptional sound and afford
maximum flexibility in even the most acoustically
challenging environments.

SPECIFICATIONS Subject to change

MX400
Gooseneck Microphones

Typ e Condenser

Frequency Response 50–17000 Hz 50–17000 Hz MX185 /184/ 183:

Output Impedance EIA Rated at 150 (170

Sensitivity
(at 1 kHz,
open circuit voltage)

Maximum SPL
(1 kHz at 1% THD,
1 k load)

(electret bias )

ac tua l, M X40 5/41 0/41 5 )
(180 actual, MX412/418 )

Cardioid:
–35 dBV/Pa (17.8 mV)
Supercardioid:
–33.5 dBV/Pa (21.1 mV )
Omnidirectional:

-27.5 dBV/Pa (42.2 mV )
1 Pascal=94 dB SP L

MX 40 5/ 410/415:
Cardioid with M X400SMP:

121.1 dB
Cardioid with M X400DP:
122 dB
Supercardioid: with
MX400SMP:

119.7 dB
Supercardioid: with
MX400DP:

120.5 dB
MX 412 /418 :
Cardioid:

124.2 dB
Supercardioid:

122.7 dB
Omnidirectional:

116.7 dB

MX200
Overhead Microphones

Condenser
(electret bias )

180 Ω actual
(EIA rated at 150 Ω)

Cardioid:

-35.0 dBV/Pa (17.8 mV)
Supercardioid:

-33.5 dBV/Pa (21.1 mV)
Omnidirectional:

-27.5 dBV/Pa (42.2 mV)
All values -12 dB at 0 gain
*1 Pascal = 94 dB SP

Cardioid: 124.2 dB
Supercardioid: 122.7 dB
Omnidirectional: 116.7 dB

MICROFLE X
Lavalier Microphones

Condenser
(electret bias )

50–17000 Hz
MC50/51: 20–20000 Hz

MX185 /184/ 183:
EIA rated at 150 Ω
(170 Ω actual)
MC5 0/ 51:
EIA rated at 150 Ω
(136 Ω actual)

MX183: -27.5 dB V/Pa
(42.2 mV)
MX184: -33.5 dBV/Pa
(21.1 mV)
MX185: -35.0 dB V/Pa
(17. 8 mV)
MC50: - 41.0 dBV/Pa
(8.9 mV )
MC51: -46.0 dBV/Pa
(5.0 mV )
All setting s -12 dB at 0
gain
*1 Pascal = 94 dB SPL

MX183: 132.8 dB
MX184: 13 8.8 dB
MX185: 140.3 dB
MC50: 137 dB
MC51: 142 dB
All setting s +6 dB at 0 gain

MX395/396
Boundary Microphones

Condenser
(electret bias )

50–17000 Hz 50–17000 Hz 50–17000 Hz

EIA Rated at 150 Ω
(170 Ω actual)

MX395 C ardioid: –34 dBV/
Pa (20 mV)
MX395 Omnidirectional:
–29 dBV/Pa
(35.5 mV)
MX395 Bidirectional: –35
dBV/Pa
(1 7.8 m V )
MX396: –35 dBV/Pa
(18 mV)

MX395
Cardioid: 120 dB
MX395
Omnidirectional: 115 dB
MX395
Bidirectional: 121 dB
MX396: 122 dB

MX391/392/393
Boundary Microphones

Condenser
(electret bias )

EIA Rated at 150 Ω
(180 Ω actual)

MX391 Cardioid

-29.6 dBV/Pa (33.5 mV)
MX391 Supercardioid

-28.3 dBV/Pa (3 8.5 mV)
MX391 Omnidirectional

-21.5 dBV/Pa (81.4 mV)
MX392 /393 Cardioid:

-27.5 dBV/Pa (42.2 mV)
MX392/393
Supercardioid:

-26.5 dBV/Pa (47.3 mV)
MX392/393
Omnidirectional:

-22.0 dBV/Pa (79.4 mV)
*1 Pascal = 94 dB SPL

Cardioid: 118.8 dB
Supercardioid: 117.5 dB
Omnidirectional: 110.7 dB

MX690/890
Boundary Microphones

Condenser
(electret bias )

–33 dBV/Pa (3 3 mV)
1 Pascal=94 dB SPL

For complete specications
on the MX690 and MX89 0
wireless transmitters,
pleas e visit www.shure.com.

Equivalent
Output Noise
(A-weighted)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio
(referenced at
94 dB SPL at 1 kHz)

Dynamic Range
(1 k load at 1 kHz)

Power Requirements MX40 5/410/41 5:

Cardioid:
28 dB SPL
Supercardioid:

26.5 dB SP L
Omnidirectional:

20.5 dB SPL

Cardioid: 66 dB
Supercardioid: 67.5 dB
Omnidirectional: 73.5 dB

MX 40 5/ 410/415: C ardi oid
with MX400SMP: 93.1 dB
Cardioid with M X400DP:
94 dB Supercardioid with
MX40 0SMP: 93.2 dB
Supercardioid w ith
MX40 0DP: 94 dB
MX 412 /418 : 96.2 dB
100 dB at 0 gain

48–52 Vdc phantom,

8.0 mA
MX 412 /418 :
11–52 Vdc phantom,

8.0 mA

Cardioid:

28.0 dB SPL
Supercardioid:

26.5 dB SPL
Omnidirectional:

20.5 dB SPL

Cardioid: 66.0 dB
Supercardioid: 67.5 dB
Omnidirectional: 73.5 dB

96.2 dB (100 dB at 0 gain) MX185 /184/ 183:

11 to 52 Vdc phantom,

2.0 mA

MX183: 23.7 dB SPL
MX184: 29.7 dB SPL
MX185: 31.2 dB SPL
MC50: 31 dB
MC51: 36 dB SPL

MX183: 70.3 dB
MX184: 6 4.3 dB
MX185: 62.8 dB
MC50: 6 3 dB
MC51: 58 dB

109.1 dB
MC5 0/ 51:
106 .0 dB
100 dB at 0 gain

11–52 Vdc phantom,

2.0 mA or 9V bat tery

0.8mA

United States, Canada,
Latin America, Caribbean:

Shure Incorporated
5800 West Touhy Avenue
Niles, IL 60714-4608 USA

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone] (USA)
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]

MX395 C ardioid:
29 dB SPL
MX395 Omnidirectional:
23 dB SPL
MX395 Bidirectional:
27 dB SPL
MX396: 30 dB SPL

MX395 C ardioid: 65 dB
MX395 Omnidirectional:
72 dB
MX395 Bidirectional:
67 dB
MX396: 64 dB

MX395 C ardioid:
91 dB
MX395 Omnidirectional:
92 dB
MX395 Bidirectional:
95 dB
MX396: 92 dB

MX395: 11–52 Vdc
phantom, 2.0 mA
MX395 -LED: 48 –52 Vdc
phantom, 8.0 mA
MX396: MX396/C-DUAL:
48–52 Vdc phantom,

10.0 m A
MX396/C-TRI: 48– 52 Vdc
phantom, 12.0 mA

Europe, Middle East, Africa:

Shure Europe GmbH
Wannenäckerstr. 28,
74078 Heilbronn, Germany

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]

AL15 64B

Cardioid:

22.6 dB SPL
Supercardioid:

21.3 dB SPL
Omnidirectional:

14.5 dB SPL

Cardioid: 71.4 dB
Supercardioid: 72.7 dB
Omnidirectional: 79.5 dB

96.2 dB 100 dB minimum

11–52 Vdc phantom,

2.0 mA

3V (2 AA alkaline or
rechargeable batteries)

Asia, Pacic:

Shure Asia Limited
22/F, 625 King’s Road
North Point, Island East
Hong Kong

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]