Sennheiser I42-L ME36 Lobar Dual-Flex Gooseneck System (40cm)

Product Overview

The Sennheiser I42-L is a complete IS series installed-sound gooseneck microphone system comprising the ME 36 supercardioid/lobar condenser capsule, a 40cm dual-flex MZH 3042 gooseneck tube, MZT 30 flange mount, and MZS 31 shockmount. It combines the maximum directional isolation of the ME 36 lobar capsule with the positioning versatility of the dual-flex gooseneck. This system is specified for government chambers, legislative assemblies, and large boardrooms requiring both maximum inter-channel isolation and flexible capsule positioning to accommodate varied speaker heights and table geometries.

Product Description

The I42-L is Sennheiser's premium configuration for demanding installed-sound conferencing applications — pairing the tightest directional capsule in the IS series (ME 36 lobar) with the most flexible gooseneck option (dual-flex MZH 3042). The lobar polar pattern provides maximum rejection of off-axis sound, which is the primary requirement in multi-seat government assemblies and formal conference facilities where simultaneous open microphone channels would otherwise create unacceptable cross-talk and system noise. The dual-flex gooseneck addresses a common installation challenge: that speaker height, posture, and position vary between delegates, requiring the capsule to be precisely aimed at each specific speaker. With two independently flexible segments, the dual-flex tube can be adjusted to position the capsule at virtually any angle and height combination within the installation envelope. This combination of maximum isolation and maximum positioning flexibility makes the I42-L the most capable configuration in the tabletop IS series. The MZT 30 flange and MZS 31 shockmount complete the installation hardware for a clean, vibration-isolated surface mount.

Key Features

• ME 36 Lobar Capsule — Maximum directional isolation in the IS series for government and multi-speaker conference applications.
• Dual-Flex Gooseneck — Two flexible segments for precise capsule positioning at varied speaker heights and angles.
• Complete Installation Kit — Capsule, dual-flex gooseneck, MZT 30 flange, and MZS 31 shockmount included.
• 40cm Gooseneck Length — Standard conference table speaking height.
• Flush Flange Installation — MZT 30 for clean surface mounting into table and podium panels.
• Vibration Isolation — MZS 31 shockmount reduces surface noise coupling.

Typical Applications

• Government and legislative assembly rooms with varied delegate heights
• Large formal boardrooms and council chambers requiring maximum isolation
• Multi-channel conferencing systems where precise capsule aiming is critical
• Court rooms and formal hearing facilities
• Conference tables with complex geometry or varied table heights

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose the I42-L over the I40-L?

Choose the I42-L when the installation requires the maximum directional isolation of the ME 36 lobar pattern and the additional positioning flexibility of a dual-flex gooseneck. For standard conference tables where single-flex positioning is sufficient, the I40-L is a cost-effective alternative.

Is the dual-flex gooseneck more prone to breakage than single-flex?

Sennheiser's MZH series gooseneck tubes are designed for professional installed-sound use and are built to withstand repeated adjustment. The dual-flex design is not inherently less durable; proper handling is consistent with any professional gooseneck microphone.