Shure MX418SE/C 18 inch Cardioid Gooseneck Microphone with Switch

The Shure MX418SE/C 18 inch Cardioid Gooseneck Microphone with Switch offers exceptional audio clarity and versatility for various applications. Perfect for houses of worship, courtrooms, and conference centers, this microphone ensures every word is captured with precision. Its fully adjustable gooseneck design provides unparalleled flexibility, enabling speakers to find the perfect position for optimal sound pickup. With a wide dynamic range and frequency response, the Shure MX418SE/C captures sound accurately across the audio spectrum, making it an ideal choice for critical listening environments.

This gooseneck microphone from Shure belongs to the robust Microflex Standard range and features interchangeable condenser cartridges. These cartridges are easily replaceable and provide different polar patterns, such as cardioid, supercardioid, and omnidirectional, tailored to a variety of sound environments. High sensitivity, a balanced transformerless output, and excellent immunity to electromagnetic hum and RF interference ensure a clean and clear audio signal even over long cable runs. The microphone's in-line preamp and 10-foot side-exit cable make it convenient for use in professional settings.

Designed for durability and versatility, the MX418SE/C includes features like a locking flange mount, shock mount, and a snap-fit foam windscreen. The locking flange mount secures the microphone firmly to lecterns, pulpits, or conference tables, providing a stable setup. The shock mount offers over 20 dB isolation from surface vibration noise, preventing unwanted disruptions during important speeches or presentations. This microphone is engineered to deliver consistent sound quality, ensuring your voice is heard loud and clear.

Key Features

• Wide dynamic range and frequency response for accurate sound reproduction
• In-line preamp and 10-foot (3.0 m) side-exit cable
• Interchangeable cartridges for various polar patterns
• Balanced, transformerless output for immunity to electromagnetic hum and RF interference
• Shock mount providing over 20 dB isolation from surface vibration noise
• Locking flange mount for secure installation

Specifications

• Type: 18 inch (45.7 cm) Cardioid
• Frequency Response: 50-17000 Hz
• Output Impedance: EIA Rated at 150 (180 actual, MX412/418)
• Sensitivity at 1 kHz (open circuit voltage): Cardioid: -35 dBV/Pa (17.8 mV)
• Maximum SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD, 1 k load): Cardioid: 124.2 dB
• Equivalent Output Noise (A-weighted): Cardioid: 28 dB SPL
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio (referenced at 94 dB SPL at 1 kHz): Cardioid: 66 dB
• Dynamic Range (1 k load at 1 kHz): 96.2 dB / 100 dB at 0 gain
• Power Requirements: 11-52 Vdc phantom, 8.0 mA

Package Contents

• Shure MX418SE/C 18 inch Cardioid Gooseneck Microphone with Switch
• Interchangeable Cardioid Cartridge
• In-Line Preamp
• 10-foot (3.0 m) Side-Exit Cable
• Snap-fit Foam Windscreen
• User Manual