Sennheiser MD46 Microphone

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Sennheiser MD46 Microphone

Sennheiser

MD46 Microphone

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 152879
Model: MD46 Microphone
Price: $228.80

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The MD46 is a workhorse reporter mic – built tough and designed to grab clean dialogue in challenging environments. Its cardioid pickup and robust construction make it perfect for broadcast, interviews, and field reporting where reliability is key. It's not a studio mic, but for its intended purpose, it's hard to beat the value and performance.

Product Description

  • Sennheiser MD46 Microphone
  • Dynamic Reporter Microphone
  • Special interview and reporter's microphone
  • Dynamic cardioid with long handle
  • Dimensions: length 250 mm
  • diameter 49 mm
  • Polar pattern: cardioid
  • Frequency range: 40 - 18
  • 000 Hz
  • Sensitivity (free field
  • no load) 1 kHz: 2.0 mV/Pa + -2.5 dB
  • Nominal impedance at 1kHz: 350 Ohm
  • Min. terminating impedance: 1000 Ω
  • Optional clamp MZQ 800
  • Optional windshield MZW4032ANT
PROS
  • • Robust zinc die-cast construction ensures lasting durability on location
  • • Cardioid pattern effectively rejects background noise for clear recordings
  • • Long handle facilitates comfortable grip and discreet placement
  • • Excellent off-axis rejection minimizes room ambience and unwanted sounds
CONS
  • • Limited frequency response compared to studio condensers, lacking high-end detail
  • • Relatively high impedance requires a suitable preamp for optimal performance
  • • The long handle can be unwieldy in tight spaces or on a stand

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Key Features

Mic Type Dynamic
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Range 40 - 18,000 Hz
Connector XLR
Weight 240 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The MD46 has a slightly more natural and less hyped sound than the 868, which can be a plus for interviews where you want a less processed vocal tone.
Due to the higher impedance, a preamp with a low output impedance (under 600 ohms) is recommended to avoid signal loss and maintain a full sound.
While it *can* be used, the limited frequency response isn't ideal for capturing nuanced instrument tones; it’s primarily designed for speech and vocals in noisy environments.

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