The SENNHEISER's MD441U is a studio dynamic microphone with a supercardioid pickup pattern. The MD441U is a proven workhorse built for any recording situation. It is regarded by the recording industry as one of the most flexible dynamic microphones available. The microphone has a supercardioid design that reduces off-axis noise from mechanical noise, room ambiance, monitors, and other sources. The dynamic capsule can withstand high sound pressure levels and has a frequency response range of 30 Hz to 20 kHz. Drums, percussion, electric guitar, horns, and other instruments with a high transient (peak) response will benefit from this microphone.