The Senal MC24-ES is a phantom-powered short shotgun microphone that delivers broadcast-quality sound in the studio or on location. It maximizes the rejection of sound coming from the sides and rear of the mic and can be used as a directional microphone to capture full, rich, natural-sounding audio for speech and dialog.

Thoughtfully designed and engineered for demanding video productions, ENG, and broadcast applications, the MC24-ES delivers quality sound, and its rugged brass frame ensures it is capable of withstanding the rigors of recording in the field or on the go.

The microphone features a high-grade condenser transducer that captures detailed and accurate sound. It has a broad frequency response of 40 Hz to 20 kHz and delivers clear sound reproduction with full lows, present mids, and crisp highs. There is a selectable high-pass filter at 180 Hz that minimizes unwanted noise and rumble.

Furthermore, the microphone runs on 48V phantom power which is available from most professional video cameras, mixing boards, or recording devices. The mic is suitable for mounting on a boompole, a mic stand, or a camera, and includes a foam windscreen, a mic clip, and a 5/8" (mic stand thread) to 3/8" (boompole thread) adapter.

The microphone is covered with a matte-black rubberized coating that reduces handling noise and ensures trouble-free recordings when being operated. The finish also rejects unwanted light reflections. It is built with a gold-plated XLR connector and comes in a leatherette pouch.

For Indie Films, TV & Documentaries    MC24-ES Hypercardioid Short Shotgun Mic    Shoe/Pole Shockmount and XLR Cable    Operates on Phantom Power    Effective Side- & Rear-Signal Rejection    Tailored for Rich Natural-Sounding Voice    Selectable High-Pass Filter    Durable Brass Construction    Rubberized Low-Reflection Matte Coating

Senal's MC24-ES shotgun microphone is designed for video production and broadcast applications. Its length is well suited for ENG, outdoor recording, and camera mounting.

A hypercardioid polar pattern provides front-facing directivity and off-axis sound rejection. It is suitable when recording speech or dialog in noisy environments such as a convention floor or sporting event.

The MC24-ES runs on 48V phantom power supplied by most professional video cameras, mixing boards, or recording devices.

The durable and solid construction ensures the microphone is capable of withstanding the rigors of recording in the field or on the go.

The rubberized coating minimizes handling noise.

The matte finish doesn't reflect light when shooting in the studio.

The selectable high-pass filter rolls off unwanted low-frequency noise and rumble at 180 Hz and minimizes room noise when recording in environments with fans, air conditioners, blowers, or overhead lights.

The gold-plated XLR connector resists corrosion and ensures excellent signal transfer.

A foam windshield is included to minimize wind noise and to protect the microphone from dust and debris. A mic clip is included for boompole or mic stand mounting.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is there any way to use this with an iPhone 14 pro?

A: The Senal MC24-EL Long Shotgun Microphone would require an XLR interface such as BH #IKIRIGPREHD to connect to an iPhone.

Q: 2. Anyone used it at a podium in a live environment?

A: I have used this as a primary mic mounted on a stand in front of talent and it works very well. Just add phantom power or a AA battery and set your gain the same way you would on any mic.

Q: 3. What wind protection can I use with this?

A: You can find a selection of compatible windshields listed under the "Accessories" tab on the item page. Click on the tab for "Wind Protection" and you'll see items such as the Auray WSS-2018 Professional Windshield for Shotgun Microphones - 18cm (B&H # AUWSS2018), Rycote Standard Hole Softie Windscreen with 19-22mm Hole (B&H # RYS18M), and Rycote 18cm Super-Softie Wind Shield for Shotgun Mics - Standard Hole (B&H # RYSS18M).

Q: 4. I see that in the box, there are 2xO'Rings. What is it for?

A: The O-rings are included to create a tight and secure fit around a mic like the Audio-Technica AT875R Short Shotgun Microphone when placing it in a camcorder's mic holder.

Q: 5. So with my black magic camera as long as i have the battery in the mic i won't need phantom power correct?

A: Yes, this is correct. It will run out quite quickly. Between 4-6 hours.

Q: 6. Is this good for a boom pole?

A: Yes, it is. It is recommended to use a shock mount to reduce handling noise.

Q: 7. what is the difference between this and rode videomic pro rycote. which is the best?

A: The Rode NTG-2 and and Videomic pro a great shotgun microphones. The NTG-2 features and XLR connection which would be ideal fro pro-users and the videomic is outfitted with a 3.5mm connection suitable for consumer to prosumer users.

Q: 8. What is the main difference to the long shotgun microphone? Which one is better suitable as an on-camera microphone?

A: The main difference is the option to power the long shotgun mic using a single AA battery or phantom power. The short shotgun mic operates on phantom power only. The mic element, frequency response range, high-pass filter, and specs for sensitivity level, maximum SPL, signal to noise ratio are the same for both mics when using phantom power. For selecting the better on-camera mic, it really depends on the camera that you will be using and whether or not the camera supplies phantom power or if you will be using a separate phantom power supply. If you are using a DSLR, mirrorless camera or handycam with a single 3.5mm mic input, the long shotgun will allow you to connect the mic directly to the camera using an XLR to 3.5mm cable and power the mic with a AA batttery.

Q: 9. How many dB is the front-to-back response?

A: The manufacturer has not provided this information.

Q: 10. Is the mic diameter too narrow to fit inside a camera mounted clip? Do I need O-rings for a more snug fit?

A: The Senal MC24-ES does fit in camera mounts such as the Auray DUSM-1 Universal Shockmount for Camera Shoes and Boompoles (B&H # AUDUSM1) which attaches to a camera's shoe mount as has a threaded hole on the bottom which can be used to mount it on a boompole. O-rings would not be need for this type of mount.