The Shure MX405 is a 5-inch professional gooseneck microphone designed for fixed installation applications such as conference tables, lecterns, and boardroom tables. This condenser microphone features a supercardioid polar pattern, providing focused front-side pickup with excellent rejection of sound from the sides and rear. This directionality is crucial for isolating the intended speaker's voice from room ambiance, background noise, and loudspeaker spill, thereby maximizing gain-before-feedback in sound reinforcement systems. The flexible, internally damped gooseneck allows for precise positioning of the microphone capsule, enabling users to adjust it to the exact height and angle required for optimal vocal capture.

The microphone is designed for semi-permanent mounting, typically through a tabletop or surface via an included mounting hardware. It requires standard 48V phantom power for operation, supplied by the connected mixer or DSP. The MX405’s tailored frequency response is optimized for speech clarity, delivering natural vocal reproduction with enhanced presence to ensure intelligibility. Its low-profile, all-black design is intended to be discreet and professional, minimizing visual distraction in formal meeting environments. The robust construction of the gooseneck ensures it maintains its position once adjusted, even with frequent use.

As a reliable tool for installed sound, the MX405 is a common choice for corporate, government, and educational facilities where clear audio conferencing and voice reinforcement are required. Its combination of effective directional control, flexible positioning, and simple phantom power operation makes it a practical and high-performance solution for ensuring every participant’s contributions are captured clearly, whether for in-room amplification, recording, or teleconferencing.