MD431II Dynamic Super-Cardioid Microphone is a supercardioid dynamic microphone from Sennheiser, built for stage and studio use where a mic has to survive real handling and still track detail.

Dynamic construction means no phantom power, no fragile capsule, and no fuss.

• No phantom power required
• Handles high sound pressure
• Rugged metal build
• Consistent off-axis behaviour

What is the MD431II Dynamic Super-Cardioid Microphone?

One of our most exceptional microphones. Super-cardioid. For vocals, speech, and broadcasting. Exceptional feedback rejection. Shock-mounted capsule for very good rejection of handling noise. Hum compensating coil. Sennheiser's best dynamic mic for live vocals just got better. The super-cardioid MD 431 II has a custom-tailored frequency response to achieve added transparency. A nearly frequency-independent polar pattern offers incredibly high gain before feedback and provides uncolored off-axis response. Its new rugged housing has a steel-mesh grille, a shock-suspended capsule, and a hum-bucking coil. It features a noiseless, magnetic reed on/off switch which is recessed in its handle, and internal electronics for refining proximity effect.

Key features

• Exceptionally good feedback rejection
• Shock mounted capsule provides very good rejection of handling noise
• Hum compensating coil
• Integral pop filter
• On/off switch (reed switch) can be locked in the 'ON' position if required

At a Glance

What does the MD431II Dynamic Super-Cardioid Microphone do best?

It is a dynamic microphone, so it suits loud, close sources where a condenser would struggle. Vocals, guitar cabinets and drums are its natural territory.

Does it need phantom power?

No. Dynamic microphones are passive and run straight into any standard mic input.

Is a preamp required?

Any mic input with reasonable gain will drive it. Quiet sources benefit from a preamp with plenty of clean gain.

Frequently asked questions

What does the MD431II Dynamic Super-Cardioid Microphone do best?

It is a dynamic microphone, so it suits loud, close sources where a condenser would struggle. Vocals, guitar cabinets and drums are its natural territory.

Does it need phantom power?

No. Dynamic microphones are passive and run straight into any standard mic input.

Is a preamp required?

Any mic input with reasonable gain will drive it. Quiet sources benefit from a preamp with plenty of clean gain.

Is this a genuine Sennheiser product?

Yes. Victory Musical Instruments is a veteran owned dealer in Miami and every unit ships new in original Sennheiser packaging.

What warranty applies?

It carries the Sennheiser manufacturer warranty. Call 844-687-4208 with any coverage question.

Why Sennheiser

Sennheiser has been building microphones and wireless systems in Germany since 1945. The reason their gear turns up on rental inventories and broadcast trucks is not marketing, it is that the units come back working and parts stay available for years.

Why Victory Musical Instruments

Victory Musical Instruments is a veteran owned instrument and pro audio dealer in Miami, Florida. We are players first, so if you want to talk through whether this is the right piece for your setup before you buy, call 844-687-4208 and you will reach someone who uses this gear.