The MD 42 is a high-quality reporter's microphone with omni-directional pick-up pattern. It has been specially optimized for rough use in live reporting and broadcasting environments. The MD 42 is a very good microphone that avoids wind and handling noise problems. Sennheiser MD42 Handheld Omnidirectional Dynamic Microphone for field ENG/EFP, Mic Clip (MZQ800) and Windscreen (MZW1) Not Included. Color: black; sound inlet basket: refined steel, black. Features Two-ply sound inlet basket provides increased protection from wind and pop noise Rugged metal housing Rubber mounted capsule (or Elastically mounted capsule) ensures low sensitivity to handling noise Omni-directional pick-up pattern ensures excellent speech intelligibility without having to point the microphone directly at your interview partner