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The MX405 features a professional-grade cardioid or supercardioid polar pattern, which is excellent for isolating sound from a specific direction and minimizing background noise.
The Bi-Color LED or red light ring status display provides a visual cue for the operational status of the microphone, which can be especially useful in live scenarios.
Yes, the MX405 is fully compatible with both Microflex Wireless Systems and ULX-D Systems, offering users the convenience of wireless operation without compromising on audio quality.
The MX405 supports a variety of preamplifier options, including the MX400DP Desktop Base, MX890 Wireless Desktop Base, MX400SMP Surface Mount Preamp, MXW8 Wireless Desktop Base, and ULXD8 Wireless Desktop Base.
Yes, the MX405 5" Microflex Modular Gooseneck Microphone offers the flexibility of being used in both desktop setups and mounted base configurations, making it a versatile choice for various applications.
Review Summary
Black, White
Condenser (electret bias)
50 Hz - 17 kHz
MX405/C: Cardioid
MX405/S: Supercardioid
MX405/MS Lobar Mini-Shotgun
EIA rated at 150 Ohm (170 Ohm actual)
Active balanced
At 1 kHz, open circuit voltage; 1 Pascal = 94 dB SPL:
Cardioid: -35 dBV/Pa (18 mV)
Supercardioid: -34 dBV/Pa (21 mV)
Lobar: -33 dBV/Pa (22 mV)a
1 kHz at 1% THD, 1 kOhm load:
Cardioid: 121 dB
Supercardioid: 120 dB
Lobar: 121 dB SPL
Cardioid: 28 dB SPL
Supercardioid: 27 dB SPL
Lobar: 36 dB
Referenced at 94 dB SPL at 1 kHz:
Cardioid: 66 dB
Supercardioid: 67 dB
Lobar: 68 dB
93 dB
45 dB minimum, 10 Hz to 100 kHz
1% THD: -8 dBV (0.4 V)
3-Pin XLR: Positive sound pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 relative to pin 3 of output XLR connector.
5-Pin XLR: Positive sound pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 4 relative to pin 2 of output XLR connector.
LED IN: Active low (<=1.0 V), TTL compatible. Absolute maximum voltage: -0.7 V to 50 V.
LOGIC OUT: Active low (<=1.0 V), sinks up to 20 mA, TTL compatible. Absolute maximum voltage: -0.7 V to 50 V (up to 50 V through 3 kOhm).
-50 dB minimum
MX400DP: 6 m attached cable with shielded audio pair terminated at a 3-pin male XLR and three unterminated conductors for logic control
Operating Temperature: 0-135 Degree F (-18-57 Degree C)
Storage Temperature: -20-165 Degree F (-29-74 Degree C)
Relative Humidity: 0-95%
48 - 52 Vdc phantom, 8.0 mA
1.90 oz (54g)
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The MX405 is a gooseneck microphone with a Bi-Color LED or red light ring status display. It has a 12.7 cm / 5 inch gooseneck and is suitable for boardrooms and other sites where aesthetics are important. 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 application. Fully compatible with Microflex Wireless Systems and ULX-D Systems.
Preamplifier Options
MX400DP Desktop Base for MX405 and MX410 models
MX890 Wireless Desktop Base for MX405 and MX410 models
MX400SMP Surface Mount Preamp for MX405 and MX410 models
MXW8 Wireless Desktop Base for MX405, MX410 and MX415 models
ULXD8 Wireless Desktop Base for MX405, MX410 and MX415 models