beyerdynamic MC 740

Multi-pattern condensor microphone:

  • Large diaphragm, gold vaporized double membrane
  • Five selectable polar patterns (Omnidirectional, wide cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid, figure eight)
  • Switchable 10 dB attenuator pad
  • Three position low frequency roll-off


MC740N(C)P48 - Made in Germany,

Complete with original EA740 shock mount.

Also included in the sale is the custom carry case.


This microphone sounds fantastic.

No problems with directivity pattern, pad or low cut switching/operation.


Bob Olhsson, Motown engineer says the MC740 it's the best U67 substitute. Also is one of the favourites mics of Mark Needham producer and engineer of Fleetwood Mac, Chris Isaak, Robert Cray or Imagine Dragons.


Full technical specifications, including frequency response & polar patterns can be viewed here:

https://coutant.org/beyer740/mc740.pdf


Collection from Huddersfield.