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Sennheiser MD 42 ENG Handheld Microphone

BH #SEMD42 • MFR #005173
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Sennheiser MD 42 ENG Handheld Microphone
Key Features
  • Dynamic Handheld Microphone
  • Omnidirectional Polar Pattern
  • 40 Hz to 18 kHz Frequency Response
  • Shock-Mounted Capsule
The Sennheiser MD 42 is a rugged handheld microphone designed for electronic-news-gathering (ENG) and field production (EFP) applications. The dynamic capsule features an omnidirectional polar pattern and that ensures maximum intelligibility without having the microphone pointed directly at the talker. The rugged MD 42 is built to withstand the rigors of use on the road. Shock-mounted capsule ensures low handling noise. The MD 42 is a professional choice for interviews, live broadcasts and more.
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Sennheiser MD 42 Overview

The Sennheiser MD 42 is a rugged handheld microphone designed for electronic-news-gathering (ENG) and field production (EFP) applications. The dynamic capsule features an omnidirectional polar pattern and that ensures maximum intelligibility without having the microphone pointed directly at the talker. The rugged MD 42 is built to withstand the rigors of use on the road. Shock-mounted capsule ensures low handling noise. The MD 42 is a professional choice for interviews, live broadcasts and more.

Omnidirectional Polar Pattern
The omnidirectional polar pattern picks up audio accurately without pointing the microphone directly at the talker
Rugged Construction
The MD 42 features a durable metal housing and shock-mounted capsule for maximum protection against the rigorous use on the road
Sound Inlet Basket
Protective sound-inlet basket lines the metal capsule and protects against wind noise
UPC: 615104051737

Sennheiser MD 42 Specs

Key Specs
Microphone Type
Handheld
Polar Pattern
Omnidirectional
Element Type
Dynamic
Controls
No
Frequency Response
40 Hz to 18 kHz
Analog Output
1x XLR 3-Pin Male
Microphone
Microphone Type
Handheld
Polar Pattern
Omnidirectional
Element Type
Dynamic
Sound Field
Mono
Orientation
End Address
Controls
No
Circuitry
Solid-State
Performance
Frequency Response
40 Hz to 18 kHz
Connectivity
Analog Output Connector
1x XLR 3-Pin Male
Physical
Color
Black
Dimensions
ø: 1.9 x L: 9.8" / ø: 48.3 x L: 248.9 mm
Weight
12 oz / 340 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.81 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
13.95 x 5.4 x 2.7"

Sennheiser MD 42 Reviews

Hissy mic

By AVP
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2016-11-19

On a large mixer, such as a Mackie, it sounds clean. (Although requires a lot of gain)... Now...On any camera, cinema camera, Sony, Canon, Alexa, doesn't matter....high end, low end, any camera you plug this on XLR, including wireless plug on transmitters or what have you, it will sound hissy and it needs a LOT of gain to acceptable levels, it's 40% less sensitive than any other dynamic miss I have. To your surprise, a cheap consumer $30 Shure PG-48 (also omnidirectional / dynamic) is a lot more sensitive than this Sennheiser MD42 and better audio, fuller sound and great highs and natural bass. I understand this mic is designed for interviews and the like but I think the voice sounds way too thin and weightless to my taste. And it's noisy. Handling isolation however is great! I have it for about 3 years and I NEVER USE IT. I use the Shure PG48 instead.

Stic mic for on air talent

By Wilky
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2014-09-02

Im really impressed with the sound quality. Crisp and clear not muddy at all.

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