Sennheiser MM 435
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Pronounced vocal presence: brings the voice forward with detailed reproduction, ideal for standing out in a dense mix.
- Dynamic transducer with an aluminium-copper voice coil for transparent highs and more clearly defined nuances.
- Cardioid polar pattern: better source isolation and reliable protection against feedback in live settings.
- Compatibility: works with all Sennheiser wireless systems featuring a standard capsule interface.
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A Direct Lineage to a Stage Reference
The Sennheiser MM 435 continues the legacy of microphone heads designed for professional environments. Presented as the legitimate successor to the renowned MD 9235 microphone head, it has been tested on demanding live and broadcast productions, and adopted for professional wireless systems worldwide. The objective is clear: to retain a voice-focused character while meeting the modern demands of the stage (level, control and consistency).
Who Is It For and What Is It Used For?
This capsule is designed for singers, presenters and technicians looking for precise vocal capture, with good tolerance to variations in angle and distance. In concerts, TV studios or conferences, its cardioid polar pattern helps keep the voice stable and intelligible, even when the performer moves, while limiting pickup from surrounding sources.
Detailed Vocal Reproduction, Built for Performance
Nuance, Articulation and Clarity
Thanks to its aluminum-copper voice coil, the MM 435 prioritizes clear and nuanced high-frequency reproduction. Breaths, attacks and phrasing subtleties remain audible, allowing even the most delicate vocals to sit naturally in the mix without forcing, while maintaining an immediate presence.
Onstage Control and Ease of Use
Its cardioid polar pattern provides excellent off-axis sound rejection and contributes to greater feedback resistance. Designed for regular use, it combines refined vocal reproduction with a robust approach suited to the demands of handling in real-world conditions.
Technical specifications
| Frequency response - start | 40 Hz | Directivity | cardioid |
| Frequency response - end | 200 Hz | Capsule | dynamic |
| Category | HF system microphone | Color | Black |
| Frequency response | 40 - 20,000 Hz | Nominal impedance (at 1 kHz) | 245 ohms |
| Sensitivity (free field, at 1 kHz) | 1.8 mV/Pa; -54.9 dBV/Pa | Min. terminating impedance | 1 kOhms |
| Maximum sound pressure level (at 1 kHz) | 163 dB | Dimensions | 51 mm x 72 mm |
| Equivalent noise level | 17 dB(A) | Weight | 119 g |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Sennheiser MM 435 suitable for live vocal performances?
Its cardioid pattern limits off-axis pickup and enhances feedback resistance. The dynamic capsule is designed for detailed vocal capture in live settings.
What is the polar pattern of the MM 435?
Featuring a cardioid polar pattern, this capsule ensures intelligible vocals despite changes in angle and distance. Sounds originating from the sides are attenuated.
Does the MM 435 share characteristics with the MD 9235 capsule?
Designed as a successor to the MD 9235, this microphone capsule continues its legacy. It has been tested on live productions and broadcasts. Its sound reproduction emphasizes vocal articulation and nuances.
What maximum sound pressure level can the MM 435 handle?
The maximum sound pressure level is specified at 163 dB at 1 kHz.
What are the dimensions and weight of this wireless capsule?
The dimensions are 51 mm x 72 mm, weighing 119 g. It has a black finish.



