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MD 421-II

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MD 421-II
A legendary cardioid mic with clear sound reproduction. Easy handling due to its directivity. For most recording conditions and broadcast applications

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.

  • Rugged professional microphone
  • Five position bass roll-off switch
  • Effective feedback rejection
  • Clear sound reproduction
  • Easy handling due to pronounced directivity

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What's in YOUR mic locker???

...but it sounds close to my U87 AI) CAD e70 x 2 (Clear, bright sound. Huge low end w/ omni cap) MD421 II (Workhorse) SM57 x 2 (Workhorse) SM7b (Best rock/hard rock/metal vox mic IMO. Great on hi hats too) i5 (Great for adding bite to dull sounding guit cabs. My go to mic for snare) D112 (Vanilla but good...

Gear list "Under the Sun"

...Amek, this track was done around 2009. Give it your choir feat Bibio - Bibio's Vocal chain was: Mic - Vintage Sennheiser MD421 (hand held). Mic pre - Chandler Limited Redd.47. Compressor - Universal Audio 1176LN. Into a Universal Audio Apollo 16. The main part of the track is a Circuit bent (Freeform Delusion) kids toy, Called Kids...

What is the sluttiest thing you have bought this year so far?

I'm done buying bigger stuff, so the sluttiest thing I've bought this year was one of those Sennheiser MD421 Kompakts with the drum mount. I also got a small snake that will allow me to use the preamps on my FF 802FS, so my channel count will now allow me to record bands. Nothing...

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This is one of the world's most well known and recognizable dynamic cardioid microphones. It has been a staple in studios and sound reinforcement since the 1960s. Many people love 'em. Some people find reasons to hate 'em. Why is that?

Let's look at the good side first. It's a large diaphragm...

by John Eppstein

I don't have a ton of experience with this mic, but from what I've gathered most of it mirrors what John above me posted. I whole-heartedly agree about the crappy mic clip. I don't know why they designed it that way, you'd think they could have been a little more practical about it. The clips have...

by asdfdsa

The Sennheiser MD421 comes in a softish hardbox. It comes with a clip mount that attaches to the mic by sliding in a groove on the bottom of the mic. There can be problems when adjusting the positioning of the mic, because the clip will easily un-attach when handled.

The MD421 dynamic...

by barforama

Many people will say that I rated this mic WAY too high for overall sound quality, but for the application I use it for it's near perfect. I've used this mic mainly to record classical woodwinds for which it has been outstanding. The one complaint that I have is that it IS made for sources with...

by KdPyke

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