The Sennheiser MD 421 is a German cardioiddynamicmicrophone, widely used for speech in broadcasting and for music in live concerts and the recording studio. Introduced in 1960, the internal large-diaphragm transducer element of the MD 421 is still produced unchanged by Sennheiser. The MD 421 is considered a classic and an industry standard. More than 500,000 units have been sold.
With a diaphragm diameter of 27 millimeters (1.1 in), the MD 421 is classified as a large-diaphragm microphone. Its wide frequency response (30–17,000 Hz ± 3 dB) exceeded the former Hi-Fi standard and came close to the performance of condenser microphones. The compact design of the MD421 transducer system was novel at the time, because directional pickup patterns had only been achieved by adding sound entry ports to the rear of the element (for instance, the Electro-Voice “variable-D system” with a row of ports in the handle.) Microphones with sound-shaping ports could only be held in the hand to a limited extent without the directional effect deteriorating. The MD 421 offered a smooth, closed plastic housing without ports, retaining its directional pickup pattern no matter how it was held.
The microphone is popular with recording engineers, used in the production of all genres of music. The MD 421 is primarily used for drums, guitar amplifiers, woodwinds, brass and percussion instruments.[1] It is known for its almost linear frequency response in the bass range up to 1,000 Hz. Above that, the microphone exhibits a smooth increase in upper mid-range frequencies important for intelligibility.
General 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.
Features
Rugged professional microphone
Five position bass roll-off switch
Effective feedback rejection
Clear sound reproduction
Easy handling due to pronounced directivity
Sennheiser MD421II Dynamic Cardioid Instrument Microphone
$449.99
Description
The Sennheiser MD 421 is a German cardioid dynamic microphone, widely used for speech in broadcasting and for music in live concerts and the recording studio. Introduced in 1960, the internal large-diaphragm transducer element of the MD 421 is still produced unchanged by Sennheiser. The MD 421 is considered a classic and an industry standard. More than 500,000 units have been sold.
With a diaphragm diameter of 27 millimeters (1.1 in), the MD 421 is classified as a large-diaphragm microphone. Its wide frequency response (30–17,000 Hz ± 3 dB) exceeded the former Hi-Fi standard and came close to the performance of condenser microphones. The compact design of the MD421 transducer system was novel at the time, because directional pickup patterns had only been achieved by adding sound entry ports to the rear of the element (for instance, the Electro-Voice “variable-D system” with a row of ports in the handle.) Microphones with sound-shaping ports could only be held in the hand to a limited extent without the directional effect deteriorating. The MD 421 offered a smooth, closed plastic housing without ports, retaining its directional pickup pattern no matter how it was held.
The microphone is popular with recording engineers, used in the production of all genres of music. The MD 421 is primarily used for drums, guitar amplifiers, woodwinds, brass and percussion instruments.[1] It is known for its almost linear frequency response in the bass range up to 1,000 Hz. Above that, the microphone exhibits a smooth increase in upper mid-range frequencies important for intelligibility.
General 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.
Features
Rugged professional microphone
Five position bass roll-off switch
Effective feedback rejection
Clear sound reproduction
Easy handling due to pronounced directivity
Delivery Includes
MD 421 II
Microphone clamp for 3/8” thread
Additional information