The Sennheiser Model MD 416-U
cardioid dynamic microphone

Description and Applications
The MD 416 sets new standards for a performer’s micro­phone. The transducer is double-housed and shock-mounted, making the microphone not only unrespon­sive to handling noise, but also preventing damage to the inner workings even with the roughest treatment. The frequency response extends far into the bass region, resulting in a powerful and smooth sound. The effect of the built-in pop filter is enhanced by an additional outside pop screen. The heavy metal housing has a satin chrome finish. The microphone’s output is balanced, low impedance, and permits direct connection to profes­sional equipment.

Microphone courtesy of Jeff Rudisill

Technical data, MD 416-U

• Frequency response: 50 to 15,000 Hz
  
  
• Acoustical mode of operation: pressure gradient receiver
  
  
• Directional characteristic: cardioid
  
  
• Attenuation at 1000 Hz: 17 dB –3 dB at 180°
  
  
• Open circuit output level at 1000 Hz
  ref. 1 V/10 µbar: –58 dB
  
  
• Impedance at 1000 Hz: 200 Ω
  
  
• Output plug: XLR-3
  
  
• Cable connector: Switchcraft A3F
  
  
• Connections: 2 + 3 = signal; 1 + case = ground
  
  
• Dimensions in mm: 29 and 49 diam., 160 long
  
  
• Weight: 320 g
  

Descriptive text is from the Sennheiser Soloist Microphone MD 416 N data sheet, circa 1975.
Specifications shown are for the MD 416-U. (The MD 416 N uses a different connector.)

Download the data sheet for this mic.