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Sennheiser Pro Audio Professional MD 421-II Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone
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Recommended Uses For Product | Singing |
Brand | Sennheiser Pro Audio |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
Connector Type | XLR |
Special Feature | The MD 421 U4 is one of the best known microphones in the world. Its excellent sound qualities enable it to cope with the most diverse recording conditions and broadcasting applications. The five position bass control enhances its "all-round"-qualities. Colour: black, sound inlet basket: black. See more |
Compatible Devices | Radio |
Color | black |
Included Components | microphone |
Polar Pattern | Unidirectional |
Audio Sensitivity | 3 dB |
About this item
- Rugged professional microphone with clear sound reproduction, excellent for most recording conditions and broadcast applications
- Large diaphragm, dynamic element handles high sound pressure levels, making it a natural for recording guitars and drums
- Five-position bass roll-off switch make it an excellent choice for most instruments, as well as group vocals or radio broadcast announcers
- Effective feedback rejection
- Easy handling due to pronounced directivity
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Product information
Item Weight | 7.1 ounces |
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Product Dimensions | 5.31 x 2.6 x 13.78 inches |
ASIN | B0002H0RBS |
Item model number | 984 |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #23,857 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #62 in Multipurpose Dynamic Microphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | October 2, 2001 |
Color Name | black |
Compatible Devices | Radio |
Connector Type | XLR |
Material Type | Aluminum |
Power Source | Corded Electric |
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Product Description
The MD 421 II continues the tradition of the MD 421, which has been one of Sennheiser's most popular dynamic mics for over 35 years. The large diaphragm, dynamic element handles high sound pressure levels, making it a natural for recording guitars and drums. The MD 421's full-bodied cardioid pattern and five-position bass control make it an excellent choice for most instruments, as well as group vocals or radio broadcast announcers. One listen and you'll know why it's a classic.
From the manufacturer
The MD 421 II is one of the best known microphones in the world. Its excellent sound qualities enable it to cope with the most diverse recording conditions and broadcasting applications.
MD 421-II Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone - Features
- Dynamic Cardioid Microphone
- Five position bass roll-off switch
- Effective feedback rejection
- Clear sound reproduction
- Easy handling due to pronounced directivity
- Rugged professional microphone
- Dust and humidity resistant
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Dynamic CapsuleThe MD 421-II features a dynamic capsule, resulting in even signal response in close and reasonable distances as well as the capacity to handle high SPL levels. |
Cardioid Polar PatternThe cardioid polar pattern is effective in attenuating off-axis noise and ambiance. The cardioid polar pattern is also effective in rejecting feedback due to monitors. |
Reliable Pro MicrophoneThe MD 421 II has a glass composite housing and hardened stainless steel basket for rugged and durable performance in the studio or on stage. |
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Customer Reviews |
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4.6 out of 5 stars
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Polar Pattern | Super Cardioid | Cardioid | Super Cardioid | Cardioid | Super Cardioid |
Connector | XLR | XLR | XLR | XLR | XLR |
Frequency Response | 30 - 20000 Hz | 30 - 17000 Hz | 40 - 18000 Hz | 40 – 20,000 Hz | 40 – 20,000 Hz |
Nominal response | 200 Ω | 200 Ω | 250 Ω | 245 Ω | 245 Ω |
Min. Terminating impedance | 200 Ω | 200 Ω | 100 Ω | 1 kΩ | 1 kΩ |
Sensitivity | 1,8 mV/Pa +- 2 dB | 2 mV/Pa +- 3 dB | 2,2 mV/Pa +- 3 dB | 1.8 mV/Pa -54.9 dBV/Pa | 1.6 mV/Pa -55.9 dBV/Pa |
Included accessories | Mic Clip | Mic Clip | Mic Clip | Mic Clip, 5 x Pop Protection, 1 Pouch | Mic Clip, 5 x Pop Protection, 1 Pouch |
From the brand
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At Sennheiser, we aim to shape the future of audio by creating unique sound experiences for our customers. As a third-generation family-run business, we are equally proud of our over 75-year history and past accomplishments and innovations in the world of audio as of our ambition to shape its future.
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Solutions for Audio Challenges
From a wireless microphone to capture amazing audio quality for your film projects to performing in front of thousands of fans.
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Our Mission
Microphones, professional headphones and wireless systems built to stay true to the sound and soul the music was given by its artist.
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Professional Audio
From the fragile intimacy of a whispered word to the deep dark punch of an attacking bassline, we deliver pure emotion and excitement.
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Founded in 1945
We remain a family-owned company and look back with pride on a history full of ideas, innovations, challenging projects and successes.
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Customer Ratings | ||||||
Sound quality | 4.8 | — | 5.0 | — | 4.6 | 4.7 |
Value for money | 4.6 | — | 4.5 | — | 4.0 | 4.6 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Sole Source AV Supply | World Ship Japan | GearNuts | GearNuts | Amazon.com |
power source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric |
connectivity tech | Wired | XLR | XLR | Wired | — | Wired |
model number | 984 | MD 421-II | 9422 | 1605 | SYTM-019-BLK | SM57-LC |
material | Aluminum | Vinyl, Alloy Steel | Metal | Alloy Steel | Stainless Steel | Plastic |
audio sensitivity | 3 decibels | — | — | — | 76 decibels | -56 decibels |
frequency response | — | 17000 hertz | — | — | 18 KHz | 15000 hertz |
signal-to-noise ratio | 77 decibels | 78 decibels | 25 decibels | 25 decibels | 80 decibels | 78 decibels |
polar pattern | Unidirectional | Unidirectional | Unidirectional | Super Cardioid | Unidirectional | Unidirectional |
weight | 200 grams | 1 pounds | 0.72 pounds | 250 grams | 0.66 kilograms | 10 ounces |
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Customers like the sound quality and performance of the microphone. They mention that it's a great sounding mic, and that it performs very well across many types of voices.
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Customers are satisfied with the sound quality of the microphone. For example, they mention it's a great mic for toms, internet radio show, and guitar locker. It has an articulate quality for voice with the emphasis on the upper mid-range. It's perfect for live and studio recording sessions, and is extremely versatile. Overall, customers are happy with the product's sound quality.
"This mic has been around forever for a reason. It is an extremely versatile microphone that can be applied in many roles...." Read more
"...SM57 and the e906, the MD421 is at a higher level and too much better for recording drums (snare, toms and kick), bass and guitar amps...." Read more
"...This mic is outstanding!Absolutely beautiful clarity coupled with the ability to handle high SPLs make this mic a MUST have." Read more
"...This one’s the only one that sounds really good. It’s also the most expensive one I’ve tried...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the microphone. They mention that it performs well across many types of voices.
"...Once managed it performs very well across many types of voices...." Read more
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The high pass filter selector takes this from a very powerful bottom end response for capturing bass cabinets and toms to being able to thin it out to use for things like an overhead mic for drums or communications grade speech recording.
For voicover or singing work you will need to manage plosives with pop filters or application of compressors. It has a great articulate quality for voice with the emphasis on the upper mid-range frequency response. Once managed it performs very well across many types of voices. I have a lot of low frequency energy in my voice and run these at the mid-point selection of the high pass filter selector. Works great.
The cardioid pattern has a nice forgiving sweet spot to it allowing for some freedom of movement with a predictable and manageable proximity effect. With practice you can get some great dynamic speech results as well as vocal effects while singing.
If you are strictly doing voiceover work and don't have appropriate outboard processing gear or experience with processing, other mic designs like the EV RE series, the Rode or the Heil PR40 may make it easier for you, but this microphone has broader applications.
Absolutely beautiful clarity coupled with the ability to handle high SPLs make this mic a MUST have.
One thing though. It’s pretty large so think how and where you’re going to place it before spending your money.
Top reviews from other countries
It captures the fidelity that most condensers can't imagine
MD421は現在、一年前と比べて3万円以上も高くなってしまいましたが、値上がり前の在庫があるお店では旧価格で買える所もちらほら有りますので、欲しい方は急いだ方が良いです。
もうそろそろ旧価格在庫は底をつくでしょう。
肝心のマイク音質は、素人の私が聴き比べても自分のイメージする自分の声にかなり近く、余りイコライザーを弄らないで済んでます。
このマイクの特徴であるマイク下部に付いているローパスフィルターは、
「M」ミュージックから「S」スピーチまでの5段階で、回すとハッキリと音質が変化します。
Sスピーチまで回すとローがかなり低減してしまうので、私はMミュージックから動かす事はなさそうです。
人によっては、このローパスフィルターは、かなり便利なのではないでしょうか。
それと、MD421を使う人が必ずと言っていい程、口を揃える、悪評高き抜け易いマイクホルダーですが、価格変更直前の現行製造モデルだからでしょうか?
全然、抜け易くありません。
むしろストッパーを押しながら、かなり力まないと抜けません。
嬉しい誤算でした。
MD421は昔から使っている人が多いモデルですが、レビュー情報が昔のモデルか現行品のレビューかが分からないので、昔のモデルのみ抜け易いのか、現行品もそうで、私の購入した物の個体差なのかが判別できません。
あと、ローパスフィルターもそこそこ堅く、チョット手が触れた位では回りませんので安心してください。
音質、マイクホルダー、ローパスフィルター、非常に面白いマイクです。
好きなアーティストが使っているので、多少贔屓目に見ている部分を抜きにしても買って良かったです。
唯一の不満点を挙げるとすれば、日本の音楽業界ではクジラと形容される、このマイクの特殊な形状。
個人的には好きなデザインですが、形状が特殊なので、普通のショックマウントが使えません。
メーカー純正の物がありますが高いんですよね。