Drum clamp is not included, either add as an option or select our MD421 & MZH Drum Clip Bundle listing.
If you’ve heard music, you’ve heard the MD 421 — a legendary Sennheiser microphone featured in countless award-winning performances and productions over the last five decades. Continuing that legacy, MD 421 KOMPAKT delivers the same legendary performance as the original MD 421 and MD 421-II but in a truly multipurpose package — including a completely redesigned mounting clip. Just like the originals, MD 421 KOMPAKT features a cardioid pickup pattern and remarkable dynamic range, delivering crystal-clear sound reproduction engineered to handle whatever the creative process requires in live sound and recording applications.
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,” says Zimmermann. “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 (optional)
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 clip is the one thing that users have always criticised,” remarks Landry. “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.”
Features
- Legendary MD 421 performance, handles exceptionally high sound pressure levels in demanding environments
- Delivers incredibly clear sound reproduction, capturing pristine audio with remarkable fidelity and detail
- Compact, multipurpose size offers enhanced versatility for any recording and live sound environments
- Redesigned mounting clip is securely affixed to the microphone for easy, worry-free mounting with any application
- Rugged German engineering to withstand the rigors of touring and heavy studio use while ensuring consistent performance
- Effective feedback rejection helps maintain focus on the source audio for crystal-clear sound reproduction
- Features a rugged frame with stainless-steel basket, and gold-plated XLR connectors for durability and longevity
- Optional MZH Drum Clamp securely screws into the MD 421 Kompakt mounting clip to create a fail-safe mechanism for drum miking
- Innovative internal bass tube ensures accurate and extended low-end response, reinforcing rich and full-bodied sound without sacrificing clarity
- Wide frequency response range of 30 Hz–17 kHz, allowing for faithful reproduction of both the lows and highs
- Protective inner chassis enclosure reduces exposure to dust and humidity, preserving performance and longevity
