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Electro Voice ND46 Facts: 114 Specifications & 11 Highlights

Musicians rated the Electro Voice ND46 based on 114 specs & features. From general information, dimensions & weight, audio performance & connectivity & interfaces to hidden gems, see what stood out and why.

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General Information

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Audio Performance

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Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

The Electro-Voice ND46 dynamic supercardioid instrument microphone delivers fast transient response and strong off-axis rejection, making it ideal for toms, snare drums, and high-SPL instruments. Built for professional live sound and studio use, the Electro-Voice ND46 drum microphone offers durable construction and consistent performance on demanding stages.

Specifications & Facts 114

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We laid out the Electro Voice ND46’s 114 features, including popular picks like general information, dimensions & weight, audio performance & connectivity & interfaces. Also covered: pricing, performance, and microphones comparisons.

General Information 18

Electro Voice ND46 Product Type

What is the product type?

39 Electro Voice ND46 0 Votes Dynamic

62 Microphones in this range Condenser

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

As a Dynamic microphone, the ND46 is well-suited for high sound pressure levels (SPLs) and rugged use, making it an excellent choice for miking instruments like guitar cabinets or drums.

Defines the basic category of the microphone.

Electro Voice ND46 Series/Line

What series/line does it belong to?

56 Electro Voice ND46 0 Votes ND Series

65 Microphones in this range Evolution Series

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

The Electro-Voice ND46 belongs to the ND Series, a line of dynamic microphones known for their robust build and high-performance audio capture for instruments and vocals.

Identifies the product line or collection the microphone belongs to.

Electro Voice ND46 Color Options

What are the color options?

78 Electro Voice ND46 0 Votes Black, Gray

78 Microphones in this range Black

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

The microphone is available in Black and Gray color options, offering users a choice to match their aesthetic preferences or equipment.

Available product colors.

Electro Voice ND46 Gender Target

What is the gender target?

99 Electro Voice ND46 0 Votes Unisex

98 Microphones in this range Unisex

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

Designed for a Unisex target audience, this microphone is suitable for use by performers and audio engineers of any gender.

The marketing target by gender (if specified).

Electro Voice ND46 Age Group

What is the age group?

64 Electro Voice ND46 0 Votes Adult, Professional

62 Microphones in this range Adult, Professional

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

The microphone is intended for Adult and Professional users, aligning with its robust design and advanced performance capabilities.

The intended user age bracket.

Electro Voice ND46 User Skill Level

What is the user skill level?

99 Electro Voice ND46 0 Votes Professional

69 Microphones in this range Professional

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

This microphone is designed for Professional users, offering the reliability and performance expected in demanding live and studio environments.

Recommended audience expertise level.

Dimensions & Weight 5

Electro Voice ND46 Width

What is the width?

2.2 inch 0 Votes
Electro Voice ND46
2.59 inch (Average)

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

The microphone has a width of 2.2 inches, which is approximately 5.6 cm, making it compact enough for versatile placement on instruments.

The microphone’s overall width.

Electro Voice ND46 Weight

What is the weight?

0.68 lbs 0 Votes
Electro Voice ND46
0.83 lbs (Average)

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

Weighing 0.68 lbs, this microphone is lightweight at around 0.31 kg, making it easy to handle and mount on instrument setups without adding excessive load.

The microphone’s physical weight.

Electro Voice ND46 Depth

What is the depth?

2.2 inch 0 Votes
Electro Voice ND46
2.8 inch (Average)

The microphone’s overall depth.

Electro Voice ND46 Height

What is the height?

5.67 inch 0 Votes
Electro Voice ND46
5.56 inch (Average)

The microphone’s overall height.

Electro Voice ND46 Mounting Thread Size

What is the mounting thread size?

79 Electro Voice ND46 0 Votes 5/8"

74 Microphones in this range 5/8"

The thread size for mounting compatibility.

Audio Performance 13

Electro Voice ND46 Microphone Type

What is the microphone type?

59 Electro Voice ND46 0 Votes Dynamic

65 Microphones in this range Condenser

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

This instrument microphone is a Dynamic type, known for its durability, ability to handle high sound pressure levels, and lack of need for external power.

Defines the operating principle of the microphone.

Electro Voice ND46 Sensitivity

What is the sensitivity?

-52 dBV/Pa 0 Votes
Electro Voice ND46
-42.85 dBV/Pa (Average)

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

With a sensitivity of -52 dBV/Pa, this microphone requires less gain from a preamp to achieve a usable signal, which is typical for dynamic microphones designed for instruments.

Output level relative to sound pressure.

Electro Voice ND46 Max SPL

What is the maximum SPL?

140 dB 0 Votes
Electro Voice ND46
131.19 dB (Average)

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

This mic can handle sound levels above 140 dB, capturing extremely loud instruments without distortion. It ensures clean, detailed recordings even for aggressive drums, brass, or guitar amps.

The maximum loudness before distortion.

Electro Voice ND46 Directionality

What is the directionality?

74 Electro Voice ND46 0 Votes Supercardioid

59 Microphones in this range Unidirectional

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

The microphone exhibits a Supercardioid polar pattern, offering excellent off-axis rejection and superior feedback suppression, making it ideal for isolating specific instruments on stage or in the studio.

General pickup orientation.

Electro Voice ND46 Stereo/Mono Mode

What mode is supported?

19 Electro Voice ND46 0 Votes Mono

24 Microphones in this range Mono

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

This microphone operates in Mono mode, capturing a single audio channel, which is standard for dynamic instrument microphones.

Determines recording mode.

Electro Voice ND46 Acoustic Principle

What is the acoustic principle?

69 Electro Voice ND46 0 Votes Pressure Gradient

65 Microphones in this range Pressure Gradient

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

Operating on the Pressure Gradient acoustic principle, this microphone's design allows it to respond to differences in sound pressure, contributing to its directional characteristics.

The underlying sound capture mechanism.

Connectivity & Interfaces 10

Electro Voice ND46 Phantom Power Support

Does it support phantom power?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

This microphone does not require or support phantom power, as it is a passive dynamic microphone designed to operate without external power.

Whether the mic supports phantom power.

Electro Voice ND46 Balanced/Unbalanced Output

What is the output type?

0 Electro Voice ND46 0 Votes Balanced

37 Microphones in this range Balanced

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

The microphone features a Balanced output, which significantly reduces noise and interference over long cable runs, crucial for professional live and studio applications.

Defines the type of electrical signal output.

Electro Voice ND46 XLR Pin Configuration

What is the XLR pin configuration?

0 Electro Voice ND46 0 Votes Standard

39 Microphones in this range Standard

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

The microphone uses a Standard XLR pin configuration, ensuring broad compatibility with most professional audio equipment such as mixers and interfaces.

Specifies XLR wiring configuration.

Electro Voice ND46 Connection Interface

What is the connection interface?

29 Electro Voice ND46 0 Votes XLR

37 Microphones in this range XLR

Defines the main interface for connectivity.

Electro Voice ND46 Cable Detachable

Is the cable detachable?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the cable can be detached or replaced.

Electro Voice ND46 Audio Output Options

What are the audio output options?

0 Electro Voice ND46 0 Votes Analog, Balanced

36 Microphones in this range Analog, Balanced

Lists output signal formats available.

Power & Battery 5

Electro Voice ND46 Power Source

What is the power source?

0 Electro Voice ND46 0 Votes Passive

37 Microphones in this range Phantom

Defines how the microphone is powered.

Electro Voice ND46 Auto Power-Off

Does it have auto power-off?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the microphone shuts down automatically when idle.

Electro Voice ND46 Replaceable Battery Support

Does it support replaceable batteries?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if batteries can be swapped.

Electro Voice ND46 External Power Supply Compatibility

Is it compatible with an external power supply?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Can the mic run on external AC/DC supply.

Electro Voice ND46 Power Indicator Light

Does it have a power indicator light?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a light shows power/battery status.

Controls & Features 17

Electro Voice ND46 Mute Function

Does it have a mute function?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to mute audio directly on the mic.

Electro Voice ND46 Gain Control

Does it have gain control?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to adjust input gain directly.

Electro Voice ND46 Headphone Monitoring

Does it support headphone monitoring?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Direct monitoring via headphone output.

Electro Voice ND46 Monitoring Mix Control

Does it have monitoring mix control?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Lets user adjust mic vs playback audio mix.

Electro Voice ND46 Touch/Motion Controls

Does it support touch/motion controls?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Allows interaction via touch gestures or motion.

Electro Voice ND46 LED Indicator Lights

Does it have LED indicators?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Lights that show status such as mute, levels, or power.

Build & Design 16

Electro Voice ND46 Finish/Coating

What finish/coating does it have?

0 Electro Voice ND46 0 Votes Matte

33 Microphones in this range Matte

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

The microphone features a Matte finish, which helps reduce glare under stage lighting and provides a sleek, professional aesthetic.

Exterior treatment or surface finish.

Electro Voice ND46 Shock Mount

Is a shock mount included?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

The microphone includes a shock mount, which effectively isolates the capsule from vibrations and handling noise, ensuring cleaner audio recordings.

Whether a shock mount is included to reduce vibrations.

Electro Voice ND46 Detachable Mount

Is the mount detachable?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

The microphone features a detachable mount, providing flexibility for various setups and easier storage.

If the mount can be detached for flexibility.

Electro Voice ND46 Swivel/Pivot Capability

Does it have swivel/pivot capability?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

The microphone includes swivel and pivot capability, allowing for flexible positioning and precise angling towards the sound source.

Whether the microphone head or stand can rotate.

Electro Voice ND46 Neodymium Magnet

Does it use a neodymium magnet?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

This microphone incorporates a Neodymium magnet, which typically provides a higher output level and improved signal-to-noise ratio compared to traditional magnets.

States whether the capsule uses a neodymium magnet for stability.

Electro Voice ND46 Body Material

What is the body material?

0 Electro Voice ND46 0 Votes Metal

36 Microphones in this range Metal

The main structural material of the microphone body.

Package & Accessories 11

Electro Voice ND46 Carrying Case

Is there a carrying case included?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

A carrying case is included, providing secure and convenient storage and transport for the microphone and its accessories.

Whether a protective carrying case is part of the package.

Electro Voice ND46 Mounting Clip

Is a mounting clip included?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

A mounting clip is supplied with the microphone, facilitating secure attachment to standard microphone stands or boom arms.

Whether a clip for attaching to stands/instruments is included.

Electro Voice ND46 Instruction Manual

Is an instruction manual included?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

An instruction manual is included with the microphone, offering comprehensive guidance on setup, usage, and maintenance to ensure optimal performance.

Whether a manual or quick-start guide is included.

Electro Voice ND46 Warranty Card

Is a warranty card included?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

A warranty card is provided, outlining the terms and conditions of the manufacturer's warranty for the microphone.

Whether a warranty card is included.

Electro Voice ND46 Protective Foam Insert

Is protective foam included?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

The packaging includes a protective foam insert, ensuring the microphone is securely cushioned and protected from damage during transport and storage.

Indicates if protective foam is part of packaging.

Electro Voice ND46 Stand/Tripod

Is a stand/tripod included?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a stand or tripod is included in the box.

Certification & Compliance 5

Electro Voice ND46 Safety Compliance

Is it safety compliant?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates adherence to safety regulations.

Electro Voice ND46 Environmental Compliance

Is it environmentally compliant?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Compliance with eco/environmental regulations.

Electro Voice ND46 FCC/CE Approval

Is it FCC/CE approved?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Explicit FCC/CE compliance approval.

Electro Voice ND46 RoHS Compliance

Is it RoHS compliant?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive compliance.

Electro Voice ND46 Professional Broadcast Certification

Is it broadcast certified?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if the mic meets pro broadcast standards.

Advanced Features 14

Electro Voice ND46 Hum-Compensating Coil

Does it have a hum-compensating coil?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND46
Electro Voice ND46

Equipped with a hum-compensating coil, this microphone actively reduces electromagnetic interference, such as hum from lighting or power lines, for a cleaner signal.

Indicates if the mic includes a humbucking coil to reduce electrical interference.

Electro Voice ND46 Multi-Pattern Switching

Does it support multi-pattern switching?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to switch between multiple pickup patterns.

Electro Voice ND46 DSP Processing

Does it include DSP processing?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Built-in digital signal processing for sound shaping.

Electro Voice ND46 Firmware Upgrade Support

Does it support firmware upgrades?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to update functionality via firmware.

Electro Voice ND46 AI Noise Cancellation

Does it feature AI noise cancellation?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

AI-powered suppression of background noise.

Electro Voice ND46 Beamforming Technology

Does it support beamforming?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND46

Yes Microphones in this range

Uses mic arrays to focus on sound sources.

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Electro Voice ND46 Sound Quality

How would you rate the sound quality of this microphone?

Crisp and professional 0 Votes
Good and clear 0 Votes
Average clarity 0 Votes
Distorted and unclear 0 Votes

Electro Voice ND46 Noise Handling

How well does this microphone handle background noise?

Blocks out most noise 0 Votes
Handles noise fairly well 0 Votes
Reduces some noise 0 Votes
Picks up everything 0 Votes

Electro Voice ND46 Battery Life

How long does the battery last on this microphone?

Excellent — Over 20 hours 0 Votes
Long lasting — 10 to 20 hours 0 Votes
Decent — 5 to 10 hours 0 Votes
Short — 2 to 5 hours 0 Votes
Very short — Under 2 hours 0 Votes

Electro Voice ND46 Durability

How durable is this microphone based on build and lifespan?

Highly durable — Over 4 years 0 Votes
Solid — 2 to 4 years 0 Votes
Average — 1 to 2 years 0 Votes
Very fragile — Less than 1 year 0 Votes

Electro Voice ND46 Weight

How heavy is this microphone?

Ultra-light — Under 150 grams 0 Votes
Lightweight — 150 to 300 grams 0 Votes
Medium — 300 to 500 grams 0 Votes
Heavy — 500 to 800 grams 0 Votes
Very heavy — Over 800 grams 0 Votes

Electro Voice ND46 Design Appeal

How attractive is the design of this microphone?

Plain and boring 0 Votes
Somewhat okay 0 Votes
Nice looking 0 Votes
Stylish and modern 0 Votes

Electro Voice ND46 Pricing

How do you feel about the price of this microphone?

Great value for money 0 Votes
Pretty good price 0 Votes
Fair deal 0 Votes
Kinda pricey 0 Votes
Crazy expensive 0 Votes

Electro Voice ND46 Sensitivity

How sensitive is this microphone to capturing sound?

Very sensitive — Detects quiet sounds clearly 0 Votes
Sensitive — Captures a wide sound range 0 Votes
Moderate — Picks up normal voice levels well 0 Votes
Low — Needs to be close to sound source 0 Votes
Very low — Struggles to capture soft voices 0 Votes

Electro Voice ND46 Frequency Response Range

What do you think about the frequency response range of this microphone?

Wide range — 20 Hz to 20 kHz 0 Votes
Good range — 30 Hz to 18 kHz 0 Votes
Decent range — 40 Hz to 16 kHz 0 Votes
Limited range — 50 Hz to 14 kHz 0 Votes
Narrow range — Above 60 Hz only 0 Votes

Electro Voice ND46 Connectivity

How stable and reliable is the connection of this microphone?

Excellent — Always stable, no dropouts 0 Votes
Good — Works smoothly with rare issues 0 Votes
Decent — Occasional minor disconnections 0 Votes
Weak — Disconnects sometimes 0 Votes
Poor — Frequently loses connection 0 Votes

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