Sennheiser MD409-U3 80's - Black #1

For sale is a Sennheiser MD 409-U3 microphone. One of the best guitar mics ever made, the later sliver models never lived up to these transducer's from the 80's and 90's. Both of these mics sound great and work exactly as they should. Message with questions, description below.

The Sennheiser MD409 U3 is a vintage dynamic microphone introduced in the 1980s, famous for its flat body shape and smooth, natural sound on guitar amplifiers and brass instruments.OverviewThe MD409-U3 is a legendary tool in professional audio. It features a distinct design with a gold-colored front grille and a dark back housing. Audio engineers love it because it handles loud sounds without distorting and fits into tight spaces where regular round microphones cannot go.

Key Features

• Element Type: Dynamic moving-coil capsule
• Polar Pattern: Directional / Supercardioid design for background noise isolation
• Connector: Standard 3-pin XLR plug
• Weight: Approximately 180 grams
• Size: 55 mm × 34 mm × 134 mm

Best Uses

• Electric Guitar Cabinets: Captures a punchy, realistic guitar tone without harsh high frequencies.
• Percussion and Drums: Handles high sound pressure levels easily on toms and snare drums.
• Brass and Woodwinds: Excellent for saxophone, trumpet, and trombone.
• Vocals: Delivers a warm, smooth mid-range on specific singing voices.