--- product_id: 78850108 title: "Sennheiser MD 46 cardioid interview microphone" brand: "sennheiser" price: "€ 406.42" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/78850108-sennheiser-md-46-cardioid-interview-microphone store_origin: PT region: Portugal --- # Cardioid dynamic capsule for focused clarity Long balanced handle for ergonomic handling Double layer grille basket for durability & noise reduction Sennheiser MD 46 cardioid interview microphone **Brand:** sennheiser **Price:** € 406.42 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎙️ Own the conversation with unmatched clarity and control ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Sennheiser MD 46 cardioid interview microphone by sennheiser - **How much does it cost?** € 406.42 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/78850108-sennheiser-md-46-cardioid-interview-microphone) ## Best For - sennheiser enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted sennheiser brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Ergonomic Mastery:** Long, perfectly balanced handle offers fatigue-free grip during extended shoots or live streams. - • **Plug & Play Versatility:** XLR connectivity compatible with camcorders and professional audio gear for seamless integration. - • **Built to Endure & Perform:** Double-layer grille basket shields your mic from wind and handling noise, ensuring pristine sound in any environment. - • **Crystal-Clear Focused Audio:** Cardioid capsule isolates your voice, cutting out distracting background noise for professional-grade interviews. - • **Broadcast-Ready Sound Quality:** 35 dB signal-to-noise ratio delivers crisp, natural voice reproduction that elevates your content. ## Overview The Sennheiser MD 46 is a professional-grade cardioid dynamic interview microphone designed to deliver focused, high-clarity audio by minimizing background and handling noise. Featuring a durable double-layer grille and an ergonomically balanced long handle, it’s optimized for speech capture in ENG and live streaming scenarios. With XLR connectivity and a 35 dB signal-to-noise ratio, it ensures broadcast-quality sound for camcorders and professional setups. ## Description Omni microphones tend to pick up everything equally, including background noise. The MD 46 cardioid interview mic focuses on the subject, increasing clarity while reducing background noise. Designed to deliver low handling and wind noise, and to eliminate vocal popping, this microphone gives the ENG team an ideal interview tool. Review: Best microphone I’ve ever had - I needed a microphone to record and live stream during a busy conference, in the booth area. The sound is just incredibly crisp and nearly no background noise. It’s impressive. By far the best microphone that I’ve ever owned. For reference, I used it with a canon rebel t6i using an adapter and it worked great! When you’re doing playback on the camera itself, it might seem like the sound is not being recorded, but if you either switch to Manual to check the sound levels, or download the video into a computer, you will see that the sound is indeed being captured. Review: Sennheiser is The Best! - Makes my voice sound better than it is! ## Features - Double layer grille basket - Cardioid dynamic capsule - Low handling noise - Long handle with excellent balance ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0002U3S0M | | Antenna Location | Speech | | Audible Noise | 35 Decibels | | Best Sellers Rank | 82,561 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 598 in Dynamic Microphones | | Box Contents | 1 MD 46 | | Brand | Sennheiser | | Brand Name | Sennheiser | | Colour | Black | | Compatible Devices | Camcorder | | Connectivity Technology | Wired, Wireless | | Connectivity technology | Wired, Wireless | | Connector Type | XLR | | Connector type | XLR | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 97 Reviews | | Enclosure Material | Alloy Steel | | Frequency Range | 25Hz 18kHz | | Frequency Response | 18000 Hz | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00615104051720 | | Hardware Platform | PC | | Impedance | 350 Ohms | | Item Dimensions | 13.5 x 6.6 x 35 centimetres | | Item Weight | 1.9 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Sennheiser | | Manufacturer Part Number | 005172 | | Microphone Form Factor | Handheld | | Model Name | MD 46 | | Model Number | 005172 | | Model name | MD 46 | | Number of Channels | 1 | | Polar Pattern | Unidirectional | | Power Source | Corded Electric | | Recommended uses for product | Speech | | Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 35 dB | | Special Feature | Mute Function, Voice Activated Recording | | Special feature | Mute Function, Voice Activated Recording | | UPC | 615104051720 | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Sennheiser - **Colour:** Black - **Compatible devices:** Camcorder - **Connectivity technology:** Wired, Wireless - **Connector type:** XLR - **Included components:** 1 MD 46 - **Model name:** MD 46 - **Polar pattern:** Unidirectional - **Recommended uses for product:** Speech - **Special feature:** Mute Function, Voice Activated Recording ## Images ![Sennheiser MD 46 cardioid interview microphone - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51HsLIFgl7L.jpg) ![Sennheiser MD 46 cardioid interview microphone - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21Meg2M-lmL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can i use this for canon 60d?** A: If that camera has an XLR input, yes. Otherwise, you will need some XLR to 1/8" adapter and possibly something to match the impedance mismatch. **Q: Can this record audio while you are recording video on your iphone?** A: In order to use this mic with your iphone, you would need a XLR to 1/8" high impedance adapter, and then likely some way to adjust the levels within the iphone. While I enjoy my MD46, I don't recommend it for use on an iphone. **Q: what size flag works best for this mic?** A: Little square flags and even the triangular flags seem to work fine with it. But keep in mind the deeper the microphone flag the less the reporter or producer has To hold. If it’s on a mic stand, you shouldn’t have to worry about that. **Q: Can it work well for podcasting as well (plugged into the computer)?** A: The short answer is yes. But you'll need a way to power it and a way to convert its XLR to a jack that will fit into your computer. Instead, I suggest getting a mic with a USB port so you can plug it directly into your computer. For instance, this one: https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Snowball-iCE-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B014PYGTUQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1513046057&sr=8-1&keywords=blue+microphones+-+snowball ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best microphone I’ve ever had *by A***Z on 16 January 2023* I needed a microphone to record and live stream during a busy conference, in the booth area. The sound is just incredibly crisp and nearly no background noise. It’s impressive. By far the best microphone that I’ve ever owned. For reference, I used it with a canon rebel t6i using an adapter and it worked great! When you’re doing playback on the camera itself, it might seem like the sound is not being recorded, but if you either switch to Manual to check the sound levels, or download the video into a computer, you will see that the sound is indeed being captured. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sennheiser is The Best! *by Z***R on 18 February 2025* Makes my voice sound better than it is! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Another Great all purpose Mic and it's a Long handled Cardiod which is Rare *by S***R on 28 February 2019* I first owned one of these in 2005 and it was the same price even back then and later I made the mistake of letting it go as i became more aware of its history ( being originally created for NBC IN 2000 among other things) I used this in my home studio for voice over and announcing practice and now that I own a Mic preamp in my mixer the sound of the MD 46 is even better than before. you can use this in a studio as well as the field and for completely plosive free results I recommend using a foam pop filter ( thankfully I invested in a good supply of them.) It's nice to have the MD46 Mic back in my Mic Collection after a long absence ## Frequently Bought Together - Sennheiser MD 46 cardioid interview microphone,Black - Sennheiser 004839 windscreen for all EW wired and wireless handheld microphones - Geekria for Creators Foam Windscreen Compatible with Sennheiser E 935, E 945, E 835, E 845-S Microphone Antipop Windshield, Mic Wind Cover, Sponge Foam Filter (Black / 2 Pack) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pt/products/78850108-sennheiser-md-46-cardioid-interview-microphone](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/78850108-sennheiser-md-46-cardioid-interview-microphone) --- *Product available on Desertcart Portugal* *Store origin: PT* *Last updated: 2026-07-04*