Sennheiser - MD 445 vs Sennheiser - Profile USB Microphone
Between the MD 445 and Profile USB Microphone, the MD 445 comes out ahead in max spl, while the Profile USB Microphone wins on type and connection. Overall, the MD 445 scores 91.2 and the Profile USB Microphone scores 55 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The MD 445 is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 36.2 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
Pick the MD 445 if you care most about max spl. The biggest gaps in its favor are max spl.
Pick the Profile USB Microphone if you care most about type and connection. Its strongest claims are type, connection.
There are no meaningful ties on the headline specs — every popular-comparison metric has a winner.
Bottom line: the MD 445 is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why Sennheiser - MD 445 wins
- ▲Max SPL — 19.85% more. 157 dB vs 131 dB.
Why Sennheiser - Profile USB Microphone wins
- ▲Type: Condenser (vs Dynamic).
- ▲Connection: USB (vs XLR).
Spec comparison
Spec
| Spec | Sennheiser - MD 445 | Sennheiser - Profile USB Microphone |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Dynamic | Condenserlead |
| Polar pattern | Supercardioid | Cardioid |
| Frequency response | 40Hz–20kHz | 20Hz–20kHz |
| Max SPL | 157 dBlead | 131 dB |
Connectivity
| Spec | Sennheiser - MD 445 | Sennheiser - Profile USB Microphone |
|---|---|---|
| Connection | XLR | USBlead |
| Headphone out | false | truelead |
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