Description

Sennheiser MD 46 Overview

The Sennheiser MD 46 is a handheld cardioid ENG (Electronic News Gathering) microphone that combines the features typically found in today’s interview mics with studio-quality sound. Developed in response to the needs of NBC for the 2000 Sydney Olympics, the MD 46 is designed for field production and interviews, delivering clear and intelligible audio even in challenging environments.

Key Features

• Cardioid Polar Pattern:
  • The cardioid pattern focuses on the subject, enhancing clarity by rejecting background noise and reducing off-axis pickup. This makes it ideal for interviews in noisy environments.
• Sound Quality:
  • The MD 46 offers an extended high-frequency response, warm lows, and a clean midrange, ensuring studio-quality sound for professional broadcast applications.
• Rugged Construction:
  • The microphone features a durable all-metal body, making it robust enough to withstand the rigors of field use.
• Handling Noise and Wind Noise Reduction:
  • The MD 46 is designed to have extremely low sensitivity to handling noise and is very insensitive to pop and wind noise. This ensures clear audio capture without unwanted noise.
• Double Layer Grille Basket:
  • The integrated double layer grille basket provides additional protection against wind noise and vocal plosives, maintaining audio clarity in various conditions.
• Long Handle Design:
  • The traditional long handle design offers excellent balance and makes it easier for ENG teams to position the microphone during interviews.
• Integral Microphone Clamp Thread:
  • The MD 46 includes an integral microphone clamp thread for secure attachment to stands and accessories.

Applications

The Sennheiser MD 46 is particularly well-suited for:

• Interviews and reporting in the field
• Broadcast and live events
• Electronic News Gathering (ENG)
• Situations requiring clear audio in noisy environments

Summary

The Sennheiser MD 46 is a high-quality cardioid ENG microphone designed for professional broadcast applications. Its combination of a cardioid polar pattern, extended frequency response, rugged construction, and effective noise rejection makes it an ideal tool for capturing clear and intelligible audio during interviews and field reporting. With its studio-quality sound and robust design, the MD 46 meets the demands of professional broadcasters and ENG teams.