VINTAGE - REFURBISHED - TELEFUNKEN MD 405 S 1960s - METAL SILVER

A mic that looks amazing and sounds even better. This Sennheiser design Badged proudly By Telefunken Is a very rare version of the MD 405 S. an elegant microphone that captures crisp, clean, and dramatic tone that defined Sennheiser’s 1970s design era and the MD Series .

OPTICAL CONDITION

Excellent condition throughout. The silver body and grille are exceptionally clean, showing only minimal traces of handling. The mesh is completely clean and free of dents.

TECHNICAL CONDITION

Perfect working condition — fully tested and refurbished.

• Capsule and capsule housing thoroughly cleaned
• Foam replaced with high-quality open-cell material
• on off switch working
• Modified to modern balanced XLR output 

THIS ITEM INCLUDES

Original Sennheiser carton box.

BUILD & DESIGN

• Compact cylindrical body with elegant silver finish and fine perforated grille.
• Capsule: Dynamic cardioid capsule tuned for clear and natural voice or instrument reproduction, with smooth transient handling.
• Circuit: Passive dynamic circuit

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Type: Dynamic
Polar Pattern: Cardioid
Frequency Response: 100 Hz – 14,000 Hz
Sensitivity / Impedance: 200 Ω (nominal)
Output: Balanced

SOUND CHARACTERISTICS

The MD 405 S offers a crisp, clean, and highly detailed sound with a dramatic sense of space and articulation. Its tone combines a tight, focused low end with a clear and present midrange and airy but controlled highs. Ideal for vocals, acoustic instruments, and close-miking where clarity and precision are essential. It’s one of those rare dynamic microphones that delivers true studio character.

FREQUENCY RESPONSE

Frequency Response:
100 Hz – 14,000 Hz

• Pronounced presence lift around 4–6 kHz
• Gentle roll-off above 12 kHz
• Noticeable low-end attenuation below 120 Hz

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