Sennheiser MD 42 Review
OmniDirectional ENG Handheld Microphone
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Sennheiser MD 42 ENG Handheld Microphone
Reviewed by A.J. Miller on B&H Photo Video
Simply Amazing. I use this Microphone for ENG, and interviews and it works great. In a crowed club with loud music blaring from the speakers I was able to conduct an interview and I caught every word the person said in the mic. I like the quality and it has that professional look.. Better than the hammer. I think most people use the hammer only because it's free of any logo or product tag. But if you read the fine print of any audio product no rights are needed to use the item during regular use. So as long as you are not talking of the product in general there is no clearance needed to use the product. This mic has the word Sennheiser written on the side and trust me they would love for other's to see you using their product. Out with the hammer (i.e. Electro Voice RE50/B) in with the Sennheiser MD-42 ... More
I'll keep it but I'm not impressed...
Sennheiser MD 42 ENG Handheld Microphone
Reviewed by AVP on B&H Photo Video
Let's start with the best feature: The handling noise on this mic's body when people touch is minimal. Pretty quiet on people's hands at wedding interviews which usually they GRASP the mic and squeeze its body (I'll never understand this)...Plus, I put a film protection on the mic's body (tube). Ohh no...Nobody's gonna scratch my Sennheiser! NO windscreen?? No XLR cable? No Stand mounting clip?? For the price it costs that's not cool. Had to buy everything separate! Most mics come with these items included, at least the screen foam and the stand clip. Now...This mic doesn't sound too far superior than my 39 Dollar Shure PG-48. That's right! (5 times the price of my Shure PG-48!)The Sennheiser MD42 in treble, mid range and crispness is nearly IDENTICAL to the Shure PG-48 either connected to a Mackie Mixer or a Sony UWP-V6 wireless on camera's XLR. The PG48 has even more bass response than the MD-42 by 20db. The only thing that is different is that the MD42 captures equal sound between two people and you don't need to speak too close while the PG 48 is NOT a omni directional and requires more proximity to mouth, however, with an omni directional mic you can't easily isolate loud background noise. If that's what you need, get the Shure PG-48 or the Sennheiser MD-46. ... More
Hissy mic
Sennheiser MD 42 ENG Handheld Microphone
Reviewed by AVP on B&H Photo Video
On a large mixer, such as a Mackie, it sounds clean. (Although requires a lot of gain)... Now...On any camera, cinema camera, Sony, Canon, Alexa, doesn't matter....high end, low end, any camera you plug this on XLR, including wireless plug on transmitters or what have you, it will sound hissy and it needs a LOT of gain to acceptable levels, it's 40% less sensitive than any other dynamic miss I have. To your surprise, a cheap consumer $30 Shure PG-48 (also omnidirectional / dynamic) is a lot more sensitive than this Sennheiser MD42 and better audio, fuller sound and great highs and natural bass. I understand this mic is designed for interviews and the like but I think the voice sounds way too thin and weightless to my taste. And it's noisy. Handling isolation however is great! I have it for about 3 years and I NEVER USE IT. I use the Shure PG48 instead. ... More
Better than most!
Sennheiser MD 42 ENG Handheld Microphone
Reviewed by Paco on B&H Photo Video
A good handheld mic is a must for ALL event/lifestyle videographer- I had a Shure mic and it was ok but not very clear-I tried other Sennheiser mics but their cardiod pattern was too much for my work...I finally got my hands on a MD-42 and I can honestly say that voices sound much fuller and detailed-for a dynamic mic this is very good. It won't beat a condenser studio mic but it's very good. Coupled with a wireless system (G2) it really makes me feel very sure I will get the soundbites I need. It feels solid and the length it's perfect. ... More
Recommend it.
Sennheiser MD 42 ENG Handheld Microphone
Reviewed by Sal on B&H Photo Video
I use it with the wireless adapter. A little heavy but very rugged. I throw the item in a bag with other items. Be sure to get a foam cover for the head. Have your interviewer practice the distance so you can tune your sound level or you will get fuzzy sound. I would buy again.
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Sennheiser MD 42 ENG Handheld Microphone
Reviewed by Derek on B&H Photo Video
I use this mic along with a wireless adaptor to record interviews. It is a very rugged mic, it feel very sturdy and and i don't have to worry about it being handled a little rough. The recorded audio is also quite good.
So far the mic works well
Sennheiser MD 42 ENG Handheld Microphone
Reviewed by Shedd on B&H Photo Video
We have used this mic on several ouside shoots and so far it works great for interviews handheld. the mic does a pretty good job at directional, the audio quality is not bad at all, better than a boom, not very noisey handling wise but not as crisp as some lapel mics, but then again it al depends on what you are using it for, this mic is great for run and gun interviews.
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Sennheiser MD 42 ENG Handheld Microphone
Reviewed on B&H Photo Video
A nice durable hand mic. I use for shooting with my Sennheiser G2 wireless system. Never had any major problems with it. My only complaint would be that it is a bit long, but it wouldn't stop me from purchasing it.
Stic mic for on air talent
Sennheiser MD 42 ENG Handheld Microphone
Reviewed by Wilky on B&H Photo Video
Im really impressed with the sound quality. Crisp and clear not muddy at all.
Pretty durable and good quality sound
Sennheiser MD 42 ENG Handheld Microphone
Reviewed by ssaraswa on B&H Photo Video
We use it for classroom teaching with high school kids, it can withstand the pressure and the sound quality is pretty good.
Great Product, Good Price
Sennheiser MD 42 ENG Handheld Microphone
Reviewed by Bay Area Tech Professional on B&H Photo Video
We use this mic with our HVX200 and our Sennheiser ENG100 G2 microphone system. Great stick mic. Would absolutely buy again.
So Far, So Good
Sennheiser MD 42 ENG Handheld Microphone
Reviewed by Donaldg on B&H Photo Video
I've only had it for a short time, so it hasn't really been put through it's paces yet. The testing that I've done shows that it works as advertised.
Great microphone, excellent sound quality!
Sennheiser MD 42 ENG Handheld Microphone
Reviewed by Thomas on B&H Photo Video
Bought two. Perfect for broadcast.
Awesome
Sennheiser MD 42 ENG Handheld Microphone
Reviewed by Terry on B&H Photo Video
Crisp, clear and little feedback when exchanging hands.
Great Microphone
Sennheiser MD 42 ENG Handheld Microphone
Reviewed by Dean on B&H Photo Video
Took the cardio off and installed the omini. So much better for interviews.
Good mic, as described
Sennheiser MD 42 ENG Handheld Microphone
Reviewed on B&H Photo Video
Sennheiser has a good mic here. I recommend it!
