MC 740
Primary use:
Type:
Polar patterns:
Common name: Beyerdynamic MC 740
Production Status: Discontinued / Vintage
The MC 740 is a multi-pattern large diaphragm condenser microphone switchable between omnidirectional, wide cardioid, cardioid, hyper-cardioid and figure of eight pickup patterns. The optional MSG 740 power supply allows for the remote switching of the microphone polar patterns. It can power two microphones. The MC 740 is ideal for as a main microphone for recording orchestras as well as close pickup of both instruments and vocals or speech. The microphone is equipped with a 10 dB attenuation pad and a selectable 80 Hz or 160 Hz low-cut filter.
Electrical Characteristics
Frequency Response
20Hz - 20 kHz
Output Sensitivity
10 mV/Pa
Max SPL
134
Max SPL, THD:
1
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
17 dB-A
Output Impedance
150Ω
Recommended Load
1kΩ
Powering
Supply Current
1.4 mA
Alternative Powering
Switchable Options
Pad
10dB
Filter/EQ
80Hz and 160 Hz Low-cut filter
Physical Characteristics
Connector
XLR-3M
Connector notes
Available Colours
Black
Weight
390 g
Length
215 mm
Min diameter width
37 mm
Max diameter
55 mm
Depth
Accessories
Included
MKV 11 clip, EA 740 elastic suspension, storage case
Optional
MSG 740 power supply with remote polar patternswitching , PS 740 pop screen, WS 740 windshield