{"product_id":"sennheiser-md-21-u-eng-microphone-dynamic-omnidirectional-3-pin-xlr-m-3-8-tripod-thread-black","title":"Sennheiser MD 21-U ENG microphone, dynamic, omnidirectional, 3 pin XLR-M, 3\/8 tripod thread, black","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel tutor-markdown-rendering enable-luminous-fast-follows stronger enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_10d7f7610ade1d5e\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-busy=\"false\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eSennheiser MD 21-U Classical Dynamic Omnidirectional Reporter Microphone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThe Sennheiser MD 21-U (Official Article Number: \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"49\"\u003e000292\u003c\/b\u003e) is a legendary, field-proven dynamic reporter microphone designed for Electronic News Gathering (ENG), radio broadcasting, street interviews, and remote discussions. First introduced decades ago and continuously refined into the modern \"-U\" configuration, the MD 21-U is highly revered for its virtually indestructible all-metal construction and its ability to capture broadcast-ready sound in demanding environmental conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003e\"-U\" designation\u003c\/b\u003e indicates its modern audio output interface: a standard \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"77\"\u003e3-pin XLR-Male\u003c\/b\u003e connector integrated into the base, replacing the legacy DIN or Tuchel connectors found on vintage units. Additionally, the base features an \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"233\"\u003eintegrated 3\/8\" thread tap\u003c\/b\u003e, allowing it to screw directly onto a standard microphone stand, desktop tripod, or station boom arm without requiring an external clip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eKey Acoustic and Mechanical Attributes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLinear Omnidirectional Capsule Principle:\u003c\/b\u003e Because the pressure-transducer element features an omnidirectional pickup pattern, it captures sound uniformly from all angles (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\" data-math=\"360^\\circ\" data-index-in-node=\"171\"\u003e360degrees\u003c\/span\u003e). This eliminates the proximity effect (bass buildup when speaking close to the grille) and ensures that even if a fast-moving reporter fails to point the microphone perfectly at an interviewee’s mouth, the vocal track remains balanced and clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExtreme Mechanical Isolation Performance:\u003c\/b\u003e Engineered with a specialized internal suspension matrix that floats the dynamic capsule within the inner block of the blocky handle shell. This design aggressively dampens hand movements and friction, making it exceptionally quiet and insensitive to handling noise during run-and-gun street reporting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePassive Pop and Wind Turbulence Buffering:\u003c\/b\u003e The blocky, distinctive square-pattern metal mesh head houses an integrated, high-density wind shield. This internal layout disperses high-velocity breath blasts, vocal pops, and mild outdoor wind gusts, ensuring high speech intelligibility without requiring a foam cover under normal conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAll-Weather Structural Reliability:\u003c\/b\u003e As a true dynamic microphone, the MD 21-U operates entirely via passive electromagnetic induction, requiring \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"145\"\u003eno phantom power\u003c\/b\u003e. It resists humidity, freezing temperatures, and intense heat, making it a reliable choice for remote field journalists worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eTechnical Specifications Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature Parameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardware Specification Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eModel Reference Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,1,1,0\"\u003eMD 21-U (MD21-U)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOfficial Article Number\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2,1,0\"\u003e000292\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGlobal Trade Product Code (EAN)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,0\"\u003e4006087002926\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAcoustic Operating Principle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4,1,0\"\u003eDynamic Pressure Transducer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePick-up Polar Pattern\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,5,1,0\"\u003eOmnidirectional (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\" data-math=\"360^\\circ\" data-index-in-node=\"17\"\u003e360\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\" data-math=\"360^\\circ\" data-index-in-node=\"171\"\u003edegrees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e coverage field)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSystem Audio Frequency Response\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,6,1,0\"\u003e40 Hz to 18,000 Hz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSensitivity in Free Field (1 kHz)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,7,1,0\"\u003e1.8 mV\/Pa +\/- 2.5 dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNominal Source Output Impedance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,8,1,0\"\u003e200 Ohms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMinimum Terminating Impedance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,9,1,0\"\u003e200 Ohms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eConnection Terminal Interface\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e3-Pin XLR-Male (Gold-Plated Contacts)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIntegrated Base Mounting System\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBuilt-in 3\/8\" Internal Mechanical Thread Tap\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHardware Chassis Build\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,12,1,0\"\u003eHeavy-duty machined all-metal compound\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHardware Core Color Finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,13,1,0\"\u003eNon-reflective Executive Matte Black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProduct Structural Dimensions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,14,1,0\"\u003e137 mm (Length) x 65 mm (Width) x 67 mm (Height)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNet Operational Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,15,1,0\"\u003eApprox. 280 grams (9.87 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eIn the Box: Production Package Inventory\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e1 x Sennheiser MD 21-U\u003c\/b\u003e Dynamic Omnidirectional Microphone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e1 x MZQ 800\u003c\/b\u003e Hard Stand Mounting Clip (for optional clip-in mounting alternates)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e1 x Protective Soft Protective Carrying Pouch\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e1 x Technical User Schematic Manual\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eField Operation and Rigging Advice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDeploying the Integrated Thread Tap:\u003c\/b\u003e To mount the microphone directly onto a desktop stand or boom arm, simply thread the internal 3\/8\" tap located at the bottom of the handle right onto your stand's mounting post. If you are deploying the microphone on a large, US-standard heavy studio boom arm featuring a 5\/8\" stud pattern, you will need to slip a common 5\/8\" to 3\/8\" brass reducer bushing adapter into the mic base first to bridge the connection securely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProper Handling Technique for News Gathering:\u003c\/b\u003e When working a chaotic crowd scene or a busy press conference, take advantage of the omnidirectional capsule's unique attributes. Hold the microphone at a natural mid-chest height between yourself and the interviewee. You do not need to push the microphone aggressively back and forth between mouths like a directional cardioid microphone; the omni pattern naturally blends the voices of both speakers while maintaining a warm, room-ambient tone that gives your field reports an authentic, on-the-scene feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sennheiser","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52073366159662,"sku":"SEN-000292","price":12545.35,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0801\/0157\/2910\/files\/SEN-000292_image1.jpg?v=1782465131","url":"https:\/\/shopvisuals.tv\/products\/sennheiser-md-21-u-eng-microphone-dynamic-omnidirectional-3-pin-xlr-m-3-8-tripod-thread-black","provider":"ShopVisuals.tv","version":"1.0","type":"link"}