Description
The Sennheiser MD 46 is a professional dynamic handheld microphone designed specifically for live reporting, broadcast interviews, and demanding field applications. Its cardioid pickup pattern focuses on sound arriving from the front while helping reduce unwanted surrounding noise. With an optimized frequency response of 40 Hz to 18 kHz, it delivers clear and intelligible speech reproduction for television reporting, news gathering, sports coverage, and outdoor interviews.
Built for intensive professional use, the MD 46 features a rugged microphone body designed to withstand demanding reporting and broadcasting environments. Its easy-to-hold construction provides comfortable handling during interviews and extended field assignments. The microphone's durable design makes it a dependable choice for reporters and production crews who require consistent performance in challenging working conditions.
The MD 46 incorporates a two-ply sound inlet basket that helps reduce wind and plosive noise, while its construction provides excellent handling-noise suppression for cleaner handheld recordings. A standard XLR-3 connector allows straightforward integration with professional audio equipment and broadcast systems. An instruction manual is included.
Key Features
- Dynamic handheld microphone designed for professional reporting and broadcasting.
- Cardioid pickup pattern focuses on front-facing sound while reducing unwanted off-axis noise.
- Optimized 40 Hz–18 kHz frequency response for clear speech reproduction.
- Rugged construction designed for demanding field and broadcast applications.
- Two-ply sound inlet basket helps reduce wind and pop noise.
- Excellent handling-noise suppression for cleaner recordings.
Ideal For
- Television and radio reporters
- Broadcast interviews and news gathering
- Sports reporting and live coverage
- Outdoor interviews and field production
- Professional broadcasting environments
Inputs & Outputs
- Microphone Output: XLR-3
- Connector: 3-Pin XLR
Included Accessories
- MD 46 Microphone
- Instruction Manual
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of microphone is the Sennheiser MD 46?
It is a dynamic handheld microphone designed for professional reporting and broadcasting.
What is its pickup pattern?
It features a cardioid pickup pattern that focuses on sound from the front while helping reduce unwanted surrounding noise.
Does it reduce wind and handling noise?
Yes. Its two-ply sound inlet basket helps reduce wind and pop noise, while its construction provides excellent handling-noise suppression.
What connector does it use?
It uses a standard 3-pin XLR-3 output connector.
Full Technical Specifications
Microphone
|
Specification |
Details |
|
Microphone Type |
Dynamic |
|
Microphone Design |
Handheld |
|
Transducer Principle |
Dynamic |
|
Polar Pattern |
Cardioid |
|
Frequency Response |
40 Hz–18,000 Hz |
|
Sensitivity |
2.0 mV/Pa ± 2.5 dB |
|
Sensitivity Reference Frequency |
1 kHz |
|
Nominal Impedance |
350 Ω |
|
Minimum Terminating Impedance |
1 kΩ |
Connectivity & Noise Protection
|
Specification |
Details |
|
Output Connector |
XLR-3 |
|
Connector Type |
3-Pin XLR |
|
Wind Noise Protection |
Two-Ply Sound Inlet Basket |
|
Pop Noise Protection |
Two-Ply Sound Inlet Basket |
|
Handling Noise Suppression |
Excellent |
Physical Specifications
|
Specification |
Details |
|
Microphone Housing |
Rugged Construction |
|
Microphone Diameter |
49 mm (1.93 in.) |
|
Microphone Length |
250 mm (9.84 in.) |
|
Product Weight |
360 g (0.79 lbs) |
|
Product Dimensions (Diameter × Length) |
49 × 250 mm (1.93 × 9.84 in.) |