Shure MX415/C 15" Microflex Cardioid Gooseneck Microphone

Overview

The Shure MX415/C is a 15-inch gooseneck microphone designed to deliver clear and focused speech pickup in environments such as boardrooms, lecture halls, and houses of worship. Its condenser capsule with a cardioid polar pattern ensures that the speaker’s voice remains intelligible by minimizing background noise from the sides and rear. The flexible upper section allows precise positioning, while the bi-color LED provides a clear visual indication of the microphone’s live or muted status.

Key features

• Flexible 15-inch gooseneck with an adjustable top section for accurate capsule placement
• Cardioid condenser capsule that isolates the speaker’s voice and reduces ambient noise
• Bi-color LED indicator to easily show when the microphone is active or muted
• CommShield technology built into the circuitry to suppress interference from mobile phones and Wi-Fi devices
• Selectable low-cut filter to reduce unwanted rumble from HVAC systems or lectern vibrations
• Internal attenuator to protect the audio signal from distortion caused by loud speakers
• Includes a surface-mount preamp that allows clean installation through podiums or tables using standard phantom power
• Compatible with Shure Microflex desktop bases for portable use without rewiring

Key specs

• Gooseneck length: 15 inches
• Polar pattern: Cardioid
• Capsule type: Condenser
• Power: Phantom power (standard)
• Visual indicator: Bi-color LED for live/mute status
• Interference suppression: CommShield RF technology
• Filters: Selectable low-cut filter and internal attenuator

Connectivity and compatibility

The microphone connects via the included surface-mount preamp, which supports phantom power and allows the cable to run discreetly through podiums or tables for a clean installation. For setups requiring mobility, the MX415/C can be threaded onto compatible Shure Microflex desktop bases, enabling easy relocation between rooms without the need for rewiring. This flexibility makes it suitable for both permanent and portable applications.

Ideal uses and environments

This microphone is well suited to professional settings where clear speech is essential and equipment should remain unobtrusive. It performs reliably in corporate conference rooms, university lecture halls, council chambers, and houses of worship. The combination of focused pickup, interference resistance, and visual status indication supports confident presentations and smooth audio management in busy or challenging acoustic environments.