Detail 01
4-point suspension with tuned pneumatic pump
The capsule mounting is designed to reduce mechanical vibrations and handling noise in the mix.

Independent shopping perspective
Built as a dynamic thread-on vocal head for wireless handheld transmitters, the ND86-RC3 combines a large Mylar diaphragm with a shock-mounted capsule to keep mechanical vibration out of the mix. Its free-spinning ID collar can be aligned before the head is fully tightened. A hydrophobic diaphragm membrane and humbucking coil add protection against debris, moisture, AC hum, and electromagnetic interference. The head uses the common three-contact-ring, 1.25-inch/28-thread coupling convention.

Strong match
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What matters in use
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 01
The capsule mounting is designed to reduce mechanical vibrations and handling noise in the mix.
Detail 02
Helps keep moisture and debris from reaching the diaphragm.
Detail 03
Attenuates AC hum and electromagnetic interference.
Detail 04
The supplied maximum-SPL rating is measured at 1% total harmonic distortion.
Final check
Product questions
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
Yes. The captured ID collar rotates freely until the head is tightened, then remains locked in its selected orientation.
The far response is 70 Hz–17 kHz; the close response is 30 Hz–17 kHz.
The specifications list a supercardioid polar pattern.
Reference
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