Sennheiser I42-S ME35 Supercardioid Dual-Flex Gooseneck System (40cm)

Product Overview

The Sennheiser I42-S is a complete IS series installed-sound gooseneck microphone system comprising the ME 35 supercardioid condenser capsule, a 40cm dual-flex MZH 3042 gooseneck tube, MZT 30 flange mount, and MZS 31 shockmount. It combines the tighter-than-cardioid directional performance of the ME 35 supercardioid with the positioning flexibility of the dual-flex gooseneck for conference and installed-sound applications requiring versatile capsule positioning and moderate-to-high directional discrimination. All hardware for surface installation is included.

Product Description

The I42-S provides the supercardioid performance of the ME 35 capsule on Sennheiser's dual-flex MZH 3042 gooseneck, offering a middle-ground solution between the maximum-isolation I42-L lobar system and the standard I42-C cardioid. The dual-flex tube's two independently adjustable segments allow the installer to position the capsule at a precise angle toward the speaker, which is particularly valuable when the supercardioid's tighter pickup angle requires more precise aiming than a cardioid. In conference rooms with varied speaker heights or complex table geometry, the dual-flex positioning capability ensures the capsule can be directed optimally for each position. The ME 35 supercardioid provides better off-axis rejection than the ME 34 cardioid, making it more resistant to cross-talk from adjacent microphone positions and more effective at rejecting room reflections in reverberant environments, while remaining somewhat more tolerant of slight misalignment than the ME 36 lobar. The MZT 30 flange provides flush surface installation and the MZS 31 shockmount isolates the assembly from surface vibration.

Key Features

• ME 35 Supercardioid Capsule — Tighter directional control than cardioid with greater off-axis rejection.
• Dual-Flex Gooseneck — Two flexible segments for precise capsule aiming at varied speaker positions.
• Complete Installation Kit — Capsule, dual-flex gooseneck, MZT 30 flange, MZS 31 shockmount.
• 40cm Gooseneck Length — Standard speaking height for conference table installations.
• Flush Surface Mount — MZT 30 for clean table and podium integration.
• Vibration Isolation — MZS 31 shockmount protects capsule from surface noise.

Typical Applications

• Boardrooms and meeting rooms with varying speaker heights
• Conference tables requiring supercardioid isolation and flexible positioning
• Government and corporate installations with complex room geometries
• Multi-seat conferencing systems where precise capsule aiming is important

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the I42-S better than the I40-S for all conference applications?

The I42-S provides greater positioning versatility due to the dual-flex gooseneck, but both systems use the same ME 35 supercardioid capsule. For applications where standard single-flex positioning is adequate, the I40-S is a cost-effective alternative. Choose the I42-S when the installation specifically benefits from dual-flex adjustability.

How does the I42-S compare to the I42-L in a government chamber application?

The I42-L uses the ME 36 lobar capsule which provides tighter directional control and greater inter-channel isolation than the ME 35 supercardioid. For applications requiring maximum isolation, the I42-L is the appropriate choice. The I42-S is suited to environments where moderate isolation is sufficient.