Sennheiser MD 421 Kompakt with Drum Clamp

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Sennheiser MD 421 Kompakt with Drum Clamp

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MD 421 Kompakt with Drum Clamp

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 601844
Model: MD 421 Kompakt with Drum Clamp
Price: $304.70

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The MD 421 Kompakt is a workhorse mic – incredibly reliable and surprisingly versatile. It's a fantastic choice for guitar cabs, toms, brass, and even spoken word. The drum clamp makes it a breeze to deploy in live settings, and the capsule shares DNA with the legendary MD 421-II, offering excellent feedback rejection.

Product Description

  • Sennheiser MD 421 Kompakt with Drum Clamp
  • Dynamic Microphone
  • Reliable and durable microphone with MZH drum clamp
  • Suitable for all applications: speech
  • guitar miking
  • brass instruments
  • toms
  • live and studio
  • Polar pattern: Cardioid
  • Frequency range: 30 Hz - 17
  • 000 Hz
  • Sensitivity: 2 mV / Pa +- 2.5 dB @ 1 kHz
  • Same capsule as MD 421-II with excellent feedback suppression
  • XLR male connector
  • integrated stand adapter
  • Dimensions: 122 x 49 x 84 mm
  • Weight: 159 g
  • Includes storage pouch
PROS
  • • Robust zinc die-cast body ensures lasting durability on stage.
  • • Excellent off-axis rejection minimizes bleed in live environments.
  • • The integrated drum clamp offers secure, stable mic placement.
  • • Cardioid pattern provides focused sound capture, reducing room noise.
CONS
  • • Lacks the extended high-frequency response of some premium condensers.
  • • Can sound slightly boxy on certain vocals without careful EQ.
  • • The compact size may make it feel less substantial in the hand.

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Key Features

Mic Type Dynamic
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Range 30 Hz - 17,000 Hz
Max SPL 150 dB
Sensitivity 2 mV / Pa +- 2.5 dB @ 1 kHz
Weight 159 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Kompakt is a slightly more compact version, but shares the same core capsule. Expect a very similar sonic character, though the Kompakt's smaller body might slightly soften the low-end response.
Yes, the MZH drum clamp is quite robust and designed to handle the vibrations of toms and other instruments; it provides a secure hold without excessive clamping force.
It's usable, but a condenser would likely offer more detail and air. For brighter acoustic tones, a condenser is preferable; for a warmer, more vintage sound, the Kompakt can be surprisingly effective.

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