Sennheiser India has launched its latest offering for live sound, and recording applications- the new versatile microphone MD 421 Kompakt Microphone. Featuring a cardioid pickup pattern and exceptional dynamic range, the MD 421 Kompakt delivers pristine audio reproduction. Its innovative mounting clip ensures secure and flexible placement.
The MD 421 Kompakt, is an incredibly versatile microphone that delivers a legendary performance, in a truly multipurpose package — including a completely redesigned mounting clip. The MD 421 Kompakt features a cardioid pick-up pattern and remarkable dynamic range, delivering crystal-clear sound reproduction in live sound and recording applications.
“The MD 421 is an incredibly versatile microphone; since its inception in 1960, it excelled as a studio and a vocal microphone, but was also used a lot in broadcasting, where it appeared with many celebrities of the time,” Vipin Pungalia, Country Manager & Director- Sales Pro Audio, Sennheiser India said. “Today, its successor, the MD 421-II, which was launched in 1998, is an all-rounder for multipurpose miking and well known to be used on drums, guitar cabs and horns. It works on anything, capturing the sound source with precision, detail, and rich sound.”
Compact design, same great sound
To give the MD 421 microphone its compact dimensions all while retaining the large-diaphragm capsule and the pristine sound of the much bigger MD 421-II, the bass roll-off switch was eliminated.
“While this feature made total sense when the MD 421 was designed, and was carried over to the MD 421-II, this functionality has long since been taken over by mixing desks and DAWs,” Vipin explains. “Omitting the switch allowed us to create a relatively small microphone body, making the Kompakt an ideal tom mic, but also a versatile tool for any recording or live application.”
Sound-wise, the MD 421 Kompakt delivers the same detailed and authentic reproduction of the sound source that the MD 421 and MD 421-II have become famous for. The microphone’s frequency response of 30 Hz to 17 kHz faithfully reproduces both high and low frequencies, with a bass tube ensuring an accurate and extended low-end response. The sound is rich and full-bodied, and incredibly clear and detailed at the same time.
The MD 421 Kompakt also provides effective feedback rejection and is able to handle exceptionally high sound pressure levels even in demanding environments.
New clip
The clip of the MD 421 Kompakt has been entirely redesigned and is now part of the microphone housing for easy, worry-free mounting. The new clip is an integral part of the mic, and the optional drum clamp securely screws into this clip, ensuring fail-safe mounting on drums.
Rugged all around
The MD 421 Kompakt is designed to withstand the rigours of touring and heavy studio use. It features a rugged frame with a stainless-steel basket, and a gold-plated XLR-3 connector. A protective inner chassis enclosure reduces the exposure to dust and humidity.
Availability and pricing
The MD 421 Kompakt is available now for INR 26,188 (MRP), the version for drums comes complete with an MZH drum clamp and retails at INR 28,065 (MRP). The MZH drum clamp included with the drum version is also available separately for INR 1783 (MRP) through our trusted offline partners, ensuring accessibility across India. The MD 421 Kompakt will soon be available on E-Commerce platforms as well. The MD 421-II will remain in the portfolio alongside the MD 421 Kompakt.
