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Electro Voice ND86 Facts: 112 Specifications & 11 Highlights

Musicians rated the Electro Voice ND86 based on 112 specs & features. From general information, dimensions & weight, audio performance & connectivity & interfaces to hidden gems, see what stood out and why.

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Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

The Electro-Voice ND86 dynamic vocal microphone offers clear, powerful sound with a supercardioid pattern that reduces feedback on loud stages. Built for professional live vocals, the Electro-Voice ND86 is ideal for concerts, touring, and worship performances.

Specifications & Facts 112

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We laid out the Electro Voice ND86’s 112 features, including popular picks like general information, dimensions & weight, audio performance & connectivity & interfaces. Also covered: pricing, performance, and microphones comparisons.

General Information 18

Electro Voice ND86 Age Group

What is the age group?

78 Electro Voice ND86 0 Votes Professional

62 Microphones in this range Adult, Professional

Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

Targeted towards Professional users, this microphone meets the demanding needs of seasoned musicians and sound engineers.

The intended user age bracket.

Electro Voice ND86 Recording Application Category

What recording applications is it best for?

58 Electro Voice ND86 0 Votes Live

70 Microphones in this range Studio, Live, Podcast, Broadcast, Streaming

Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

This microphone is categorized for Live recording applications, excelling in performance environments where durability and feedback rejection are critical.

Specific contexts where the mic is best suited.

Electro Voice ND86 Product Type

What is the product type?

38 Electro Voice ND86 0 Votes Dynamic

62 Microphones in this range Condenser

Defines the basic category of the microphone.

Electro Voice ND86 Model Name

What is the model name?

61 Electro Voice ND86 0 Votes ND86

66 Microphones in this range Super 55 Deluxe

The specific product identifier from the manufacturer.

Electro Voice ND86 Series/Line

What series/line does it belong to?

65 Electro Voice ND86 0 Votes ND Series

65 Microphones in this range Evolution Series

Identifies the product line or collection the microphone belongs to.

Electro Voice ND86 Year of Release

What year was it released?

71 Electro Voice ND86 0 Votes 2016

73 Microphones in this range 2023

Indicates when the microphone was launched.

Dimensions & Weight 6

Electro Voice ND86 Width

What is the width?

1.99 inch 0 Votes
Electro Voice ND86
2.59 inch (Average)

Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

The microphone has a width of 1.99 inches, which is approximately 5.05 cm, contributing to its ergonomic design.

The microphone’s overall width.

Electro Voice ND86 Mounting Thread Size

What is the mounting thread size?

78 Electro Voice ND86 0 Votes 5/8"

74 Microphones in this range 5/8"

Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

The ND86 fits securely on most professional microphone stands with its standard 5/8"-27 thread, ensuring stable placement during performances or recordings. For additional versatility, the included 3/8" adapter allows compatibility with smaller or specialty stands, so you can easily set it up in any environment.

The thread size for mounting compatibility.

Electro Voice ND86 Depth

What is the depth?

1.99 inch 0 Votes
Electro Voice ND86
2.8 inch (Average)

The microphone’s overall depth.

Electro Voice ND86 Height

What is the height?

7.19 inch 0 Votes
Electro Voice ND86
5.55 inch (Average)

The microphone’s overall height.

Electro Voice ND86 Weight

What is the weight?

0.72 lbs 0 Votes
Electro Voice ND86
0.83 lbs (Average)

The microphone’s physical weight.

Electro Voice ND86 Grill Diameter

What is the grill diameter?

2 inch 0 Votes
Electro Voice ND86
1.57 inch (Average)

The diameter of the protective microphone grill.

Audio Performance 11

Electro Voice ND86 Frequency Response (Min)

What is the minimum frequency response?

70 Hz 0 Votes
Electro Voice ND86
38.15 Hz (Average)

Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

This microphone captures a wide tonal range, from 30 Hz (close) to 17 kHz and 70 Hz (far) to 17 kHz, ensuring your vocals and instruments sound full and natural. Whether you’re close to the mic or slightly farther away, it maintains consistent clarity and detail across the frequency spectrum.

The lowest frequency the mic can capture.

Electro Voice ND86 Directionality

What is the directionality?

73 Electro Voice ND86 0 Votes Supercardioid

59 Microphones in this range Unidirectional

Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

Its Supercardioid directionality pattern offers excellent rejection of off-axis sound, focusing tightly on the sound source and minimizing feedback in live settings.

General pickup orientation.

Electro Voice ND86 Microphone Type

What is the microphone type?

58 Electro Voice ND86 0 Votes Dynamic

65 Microphones in this range Condenser

Defines the operating principle of the microphone.

Electro Voice ND86 Capsule Type

What is the capsule type?

63 Electro Voice ND86 0 Votes Large Diaphragm

75 Microphones in this range Electret

Specifies the capsule style that influences sound capture.

Electro Voice ND86 Frequency Response (Max)

What is the maximum frequency response?

17,000 Hz 0 Votes
Electro Voice ND86
18,022.78 Hz (Average)

The highest frequency the mic can capture.

Electro Voice ND86 Sensitivity

What is the sensitivity?

-52.4 dBV/Pa 0 Votes
Electro Voice ND86
-42.84 dBV/Pa (Average)

Output level relative to sound pressure.

Connectivity & Interfaces 9

Electro Voice ND86 Cable Detachable

Is the cable detachable?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

The microphone is designed with a detachable cable, providing convenience for storage, replacement, and custom cable lengths.

Whether the cable can be detached or replaced.

Electro Voice ND86 Audio Output Options

What are the audio output options?

0 Electro Voice ND86 0 Votes Analog, Balanced

36 Microphones in this range Analog, Balanced

Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

The microphone offers Analog and Balanced audio output options, ensuring high-fidelity signal transmission and minimizing interference.

Lists output signal formats available.

Electro Voice ND86 Shielding Against RF Interference

Is there RF shielding?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

This microphone does not explicitly feature shielding against RF interference, so external measures may be needed in environments with high radio frequency noise.

Indicates built-in protection against RF interference.

Electro Voice ND86 Connection Interface

What is the connection interface?

28 Electro Voice ND86 0 Votes XLR

37 Microphones in this range XLR

Defines the main interface for connectivity.

Electro Voice ND86 Phantom Power Support

Does it support phantom power?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the mic supports phantom power.

Electro Voice ND86 Balanced/Unbalanced Output

What is the output type?

0 Electro Voice ND86 0 Votes Balanced

37 Microphones in this range Balanced

Defines the type of electrical signal output.

Power & Battery 5

Electro Voice ND86 Power Source

What is the power source?

0 Electro Voice ND86 0 Votes Passive

37 Microphones in this range Phantom

Defines how the microphone is powered.

Electro Voice ND86 Auto Power-Off

Does it have auto power-off?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the microphone shuts down automatically when idle.

Electro Voice ND86 Replaceable Battery Support

Does it support replaceable batteries?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if batteries can be swapped.

Electro Voice ND86 External Power Supply Compatibility

Is it compatible with an external power supply?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Can the mic run on external AC/DC supply.

Electro Voice ND86 Power Indicator Light

Does it have a power indicator light?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a light shows power/battery status.

Controls & Features 17

Electro Voice ND86 Mute Function

Does it have a mute function?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

A dedicated mute function is not built into this microphone, so muting would need to be handled by an external mixer or interface.

Ability to mute audio directly on the mic.

Electro Voice ND86 EQ Presets

Does it have EQ presets?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

Onboard EQ presets are not available, requiring users to apply equalization via external processing for desired tonal shaping.

Pre-configured equalization modes.

Electro Voice ND86 Sensitivity Preset Profiles

Does it have sensitivity presets?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

Sensitivity preset profiles are not a feature of this microphone, requiring manual adjustment of gain settings.

Predefined sensitivity levels for various uses.

Electro Voice ND86 Gain Control

Does it have gain control?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to adjust input gain directly.

Electro Voice ND86 Headphone Monitoring

Does it support headphone monitoring?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Direct monitoring via headphone output.

Electro Voice ND86 Monitoring Mix Control

Does it have monitoring mix control?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Lets user adjust mic vs playback audio mix.

Build & Design 16

Electro Voice ND86 Swivel/Pivot Capability

Does it have swivel/pivot capability?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

The microphone mount offers swivel/pivot capability, allowing for precise positioning and angling during use.

Whether the microphone head or stand can rotate.

Electro Voice ND86 Grill Material

What is the grill material?

0 Electro Voice ND86 0 Votes Steel

34 Microphones in this range Metal

Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

The Memraflex grille provides durable protection for the microphone’s internal components, preventing dents and damage from drops or rough handling. Its tight mesh design also helps reduce plosive sounds, keeping your recordings and live performances clear and professional.

The material of the protective mic grill.

Electro Voice ND86 Neodymium Magnet

Does it use a neodymium magnet?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

A Neodymium magnet is utilized in the microphone's capsule, contributing to its high output and excellent transient response.

States whether the capsule uses a neodymium magnet for stability.

Electro Voice ND86 Water Resistance

Is it water resistant?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

This microphone is not designed with water resistance, so care should be taken to avoid exposure to moisture.

Indicates if the mic is resistant to water.

Electro Voice ND86 Dust Resistance

Is it dust resistant?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

This microphone does not specify dust resistance, so it should be protected from dusty environments to maintain performance.

Indicates if the mic is resistant to dust.

Electro Voice ND86 Body Material

What is the body material?

0 Electro Voice ND86 0 Votes Metal

36 Microphones in this range Metal

The main structural material of the microphone body.

Package & Accessories 10

Electro Voice ND86 Stand/Tripod

Is a stand/tripod included?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

A stand or tripod is not included with the microphone, so it must be purchased separately.

Whether a stand or tripod is included in the box.

Electro Voice ND86 Cables

Are cables included?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

No audio cables are included with the microphone, so users will need to provide their own XLR cable.

Indicates if connecting cables are provided.

Electro Voice ND86 Adapters

Are adapters included?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

The package contains necessary adapters, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of audio equipment.

States if adapter(s) are included (e.g., XLR to 3.5mm).

Electro Voice ND86 Carrying Case

Is there a carrying case included?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a protective carrying case is part of the package.

Electro Voice ND86 Mounting Clip

Is a mounting clip included?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a clip for attaching to stands/instruments is included.

Electro Voice ND86 Extra Windscreen

Is an extra windscreen included?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if a spare windscreen is included.

Certification & Compliance 6

Electro Voice ND86 Environmental Compliance

Is it environmentally compliant?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

This product adheres to environmental compliance regulations, reflecting a commitment to sustainable manufacturing practices.

Compliance with eco/environmental regulations.

Electro Voice ND86 RoHS Compliance

Is it RoHS compliant?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

This device is RoHS compliant, meaning it is manufactured without hazardous substances to protect both the environment and human health.

Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive compliance.

Electro Voice ND86 Professional Broadcast Certification

Is it broadcast certified?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

The microphone does not possess a specific professional broadcast certification, which may be a consideration for certain industry applications.

Indicates if the mic meets pro broadcast standards.

Electro Voice ND86 Warranty

What is the warranty period?

3 years 0 Votes
Electro Voice ND86
2.36 years (Average)

Duration of manufacturer warranty coverage.

Electro Voice ND86 Safety Compliance

Is it safety compliant?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates adherence to safety regulations.

Electro Voice ND86 FCC/CE Approval

Is it FCC/CE approved?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Explicit FCC/CE compliance approval.

Advanced Features 14

Electro Voice ND86 DSP Processing

Does it include DSP processing?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice ND86
Electro Voice ND86

This microphone does not include onboard DSP processing, so any digital signal enhancements must be applied via external hardware or software.

Built-in digital signal processing for sound shaping.

Electro Voice ND86 Hum-Compensating Coil

Does it have a hum-compensating coil?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if the mic includes a humbucking coil to reduce electrical interference.

Electro Voice ND86 AI Noise Cancellation

Does it feature AI noise cancellation?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

AI-powered suppression of background noise.

Electro Voice ND86 Beamforming Technology

Does it support beamforming?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Uses mic arrays to focus on sound sources.

Electro Voice ND86 Voice Tracking

Does it include voice tracking?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Automatically follows speaker’s voice.

Electro Voice ND86 Surround Capture Mode

Does it support surround capture?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice ND86

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to capture immersive 360° or surround sound.

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Electro Voice ND86 Sound Quality

How would you rate the sound quality of this microphone?

Crisp and professional 0 Votes
Good and clear 0 Votes
Average clarity 0 Votes
Distorted and unclear 0 Votes

Electro Voice ND86 Noise Handling

How well does this microphone handle background noise?

Blocks out most noise 0 Votes
Handles noise fairly well 0 Votes
Reduces some noise 0 Votes
Picks up everything 0 Votes

Electro Voice ND86 Battery Life

How long does the battery last on this microphone?

Excellent — Over 20 hours 0 Votes
Long lasting — 10 to 20 hours 0 Votes
Decent — 5 to 10 hours 0 Votes
Short — 2 to 5 hours 0 Votes
Very short — Under 2 hours 0 Votes

Electro Voice ND86 Durability

How durable is this microphone based on build and lifespan?

Highly durable — Over 4 years 0 Votes
Solid — 2 to 4 years 0 Votes
Average — 1 to 2 years 0 Votes
Very fragile — Less than 1 year 0 Votes

Electro Voice ND86 Weight

How heavy is this microphone?

Ultra-light — Under 150 grams 0 Votes
Lightweight — 150 to 300 grams 0 Votes
Medium — 300 to 500 grams 0 Votes
Heavy — 500 to 800 grams 0 Votes
Very heavy — Over 800 grams 0 Votes

Electro Voice ND86 Design Appeal

How attractive is the design of this microphone?

Plain and boring 0 Votes
Somewhat okay 0 Votes
Nice looking 0 Votes
Stylish and modern 0 Votes

Electro Voice ND86 Pricing

How do you feel about the price of this microphone?

Great value for money 0 Votes
Pretty good price 0 Votes
Fair deal 0 Votes
Kinda pricey 0 Votes
Crazy expensive 0 Votes

Electro Voice ND86 Sensitivity

How sensitive is this microphone to capturing sound?

Very sensitive — Detects quiet sounds clearly 0 Votes
Sensitive — Captures a wide sound range 0 Votes
Moderate — Picks up normal voice levels well 0 Votes
Low — Needs to be close to sound source 0 Votes
Very low — Struggles to capture soft voices 0 Votes

Electro Voice ND86 Frequency Response Range

What do you think about the frequency response range of this microphone?

Wide range — 20 Hz to 20 kHz 0 Votes
Good range — 30 Hz to 18 kHz 0 Votes
Decent range — 40 Hz to 16 kHz 0 Votes
Limited range — 50 Hz to 14 kHz 0 Votes
Narrow range — Above 60 Hz only 0 Votes

Electro Voice ND86 Connectivity

How stable and reliable is the connection of this microphone?

Excellent — Always stable, no dropouts 0 Votes
Good — Works smoothly with rare issues 0 Votes
Decent — Occasional minor disconnections 0 Votes
Weak — Disconnects sometimes 0 Votes
Poor — Frequently loses connection 0 Votes

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