Description

From the manufacturer

Anything. This is the mic for that.

If you’ve heard music, you’ve heard the MD 421 — a legendary Sennheiser microphone featured in countless award-winning performances and productions over the last five decades. Continuing that legacy, MD 421 Kompakt gives you the best of the original MD 421 and MD 421-II microphones in a streamlined, truly multipurpose size. The included MZH Drum Clamp securely screws into the mounting clip to create a fail-safe mechanism for drum miking

MD 421 Kompakt Multipurpose Dynamic Microphone with MZH Drum Clamp – Features

Legendary MD 421 performance, delivers incredibly clear sound reproduction, capturing pristine audioCompact, multipurpose size offers enhanced versatility for any recording and live sound environmentsRedesigned mounting clipRugged German engineering to withstand the rigors of touring and heavy studio useEffective feedback rejectionFeatures a rugged frame with stainless-steel basket, and gold-plated XLR connectorsIncludes MZH Drum Clamp securely screws into the MD 421 Kompakt mounting clipInnovative internal bass tubeWide frequency response range of 30 Hz–17 kHzProtective inner chassis enclosure reduces exposure to dust and humidity

Full sonic brilliance

MD 421 Kompakt capture every nuance, every detail, and every emotion at any sound level with stunning clarity. Whether you’re recording the complexities of vocals, the thunderous roar of drums and guitar cabs, or the intricate details of instruments, MD 421 Kompakt ensures every sound is reproduced with stunning precision — in the studio or on the stage.

Focusing on the source

Equipped with a cardioid pickup pattern and an extremely wide frequency range, MD 421 Kompakt excels at isolating your desired sound source while minimizing unwanted background noise and feedback — meaning your captured sound is always pure and focused. Additionally, a bass tube inside the microphone housing reproduces sound with an incredibly accurate and extended low-end response, ultimately producing a rich and balanced tone with full spectrum clarity.

Engineered for versatility | Designed for mobility

Its smaller form factor is low-profile, lightweight yet rugged, and built to withstand the rigors of professional use. With durable components and an inner chassis enclosure that helps reduce dust and humidity, the microphone’s performance is constructed for long-term reliability. On the road or in the studio, you can trust in the durability and dependability of Sennheiser engineering.

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Polar Pattern
Cardioid Super Cardioid Cardioid Super Cardioid Cardioid Super Cardioid

Connector
XLR XLR XLR XLR XLR XLR

Frequency Response
30 – 17000 Hz 30 – 20000 Hz 40 – 17000 Hz 40 – 18,000 Hz 40 – 20,000 Hz 40 – 20,000 Hz

Nominal response
200 Ω 200 Ω 200 Ω 250 Ω 245 Ω 245 Ω

Min. Terminating impedance
1 kΩ 200 Ω 200 Ω 100 kΩ 1 kΩ 1 kΩ

Sensitivity
2 mV/Pa +- 2.5 dB 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 + Clamp Mic Clip Mic Clip Mic Clip Mic Clip, 5 x Pop Protection, 1 Pouch Mic Clip, 5 x Pop Protection, 1 Pouch

• Legendary MD 421 performance handles exceptionally high sound pressure levels in demanding environments, capturing pristine audio with remarkable fidelity and detail.
• Compact, multipurpose size, and rugged German engineering offer enhanced versatility able to withstand the rigors of touring and heavy studio use while ensuring consistent performance.
• Features a rugged frame with stainless-steel basket, and gold-plated XLR connectors for durability and longevity. Protective inner chassis enclosure reduces exposure to dust and humidity.
• Redesigned mounting clip securely affixes to the microphone for easy, worry-free mounting with any application. Included MZH Drum Clamp securely screws into the MD 421 Kompakt mounting clip to create a fail-safe mechanism for drum miking.
• Wide frequency response range of 30 Hz–17 kHz, allows for faithful reproduction of both lows and highs, while the innovative internal bass tube ensures accurate and extended low-end response.