- VINTAGE -Sennheiser COM 1420 -

precision engineering from the late analog era. The COM 1420 was part of the company’s high-quality communications and recording series — compact, detailed, and built to last 50 Hz – 20,000 Hz mic.

Known for its excellent clarity and low noise, it’s one of those pieces that demonstrate Sennheiser’s consistency even outside their studio flagship lines.

OPTICAL CONDITION

Essentially mint. The microphone shows no signs of prior use; surfaces are clean, lettering sharp, and the grille flawless. Stored in its original box with factory inserts, presenting almost as it left the factory.

TECHNICAL CONDITION

Fully functional and tested. Delivers clean, well-balanced output with no hum or mechanical noise. Capsule sensitivity and tonal balance are consistent with factory specification. Cable and connector contacts are bright and oxidation-free.

THIS ITEM INCLUDES

Sennheiser COM 1420 microphone
Original packaging - Original papers

BUILD & DESIGN

Slim rectangular body with a silver metal housing and black front grille,

Capsule: Electret condenser capsule with directional pickup, offering a clean and articulate speech range.

Circuit: FET-based impedance converter, transformerless unbalanced output (DIN format). Requires external bias or power supply depending on version.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Type: Electret condenser
Polar pattern: Cardioid
Frequency response: approx. 80 Hz – 15 kHz
Sensitivity / Impedance: Medium output, ~1.5 mV/Pa, 200–600 Ω

connection - 6 pin Tuchel

SOUND CHARACTERISTICS

Open and clear with excellent articulation in the upper mids. Designed for broadcast, dictation, and early intercom use, but easily repurposed for creative studio recording — especially for vintage speech tones, percussion, or lo-fi vocal tracks.

FREQUENCY RESPONSE

Estimated Frequency Response:
50 Hz – 20,000 Hz

• Slight boost between 4–6 kHz for speech clarity
• Gentle roll-off below 100 Hz
• Smooth high-end taper above 12 kHz

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