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Gear / Technical Help => Microphones & Setup => Topic started by: ricola on February 04, 2014, 06:06:35 AM

Title: Sennheiser MKH 406 48-U - worth to buy??
Post by: ricola on February 04, 2014, 06:06:35 AM

I have a chance to get a Sennheiser MKH 406 (XLR 48V Version) in very good condition for about 400-450€. I don't know this mic, the only thing I know that it was built after the MKH 405 in the 80is. So it is about 20-30 Years old.
If there are anyone who have good expierience this that model? I need a linear mic (used in ORTF Stereo) especially as OH or room mic for music like Jazz or Fusion...but also quieter stuff like solo piano or solo guitar. I like the warm but detailed sound of Oktava Joly Mod or AKG 460/CK61. Could I compared the sound this that kind of Micros??
Is this recommanded to buy for this price??
Thanks guys for your help!!!

Title: Re: Sennheiser MKH 406 48-U - worth to buy??
Post by: John Willett on February 05, 2014, 03:13:55 AM

The MKH 406 would be at least 30 years old as it was discontinued in 1984/5 when the MKH 40 came out.

It is a linear RF condenser mic. and the model prior to the MKH 40.

It's an excellent mic. if you can get one at a good price - it was probably about £300 when new.