Sennheiser MKE Essential Omni Wired Condenser Microphone - Beige

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Sennheiser MKE Essential Omni Wired Condenser Microphone - Beige

Elevate your on-camera and on-stage audio with the Sennheiser MKE Essential Omni Wired Condenser Microphone in Beige. This ultracompact lavalier microphone features a high-quality KE 4 condenser capsule and an omni-directional pickup pattern, delivering natural, warm, distortion-free sound for speech, vocals, and interview-style broadcasts. Its robust design includes an umbrella diaphragm that protects the capsule from moisture, ensuring reliable performance in diverse environments—from sunlit business presentations to bustling event venues. Whether you’re a professional videographer, podcaster, or public speaker, the MKE Essential Omni provides discreet, studio-quality sound in a compact form factor that won’t distract from your performance.

  • Ultra-compact omni-directional lavalier with a KE 4 condenser capsule delivers natural, intimate sound for speech and vocals, making every word feel clear and present.
  • Umbrella diaphragm offers moisture protection, guarding the capsule against humidity and light splashes to maintain consistent performance in varied environments.
  • Discreet, low-profile beige design blends with clothing for unobtrusive placement on your lapel, collar, or tie without drawing attention.
  • High-resolution, warm sound with minimal distortion and a wide dynamic range preserves nuance in dialogue, interviews, and broadcast narration.
  • Versatile compatibility across cameras, recorders, and audio interfaces with standard wired connections, simplifying setup for professionals and hobbyists alike.

Technical Details of Sennheiser MKE Essential Omni Wired Condenser Microphone - Beige

  • Product type: Condenser lavalier microphone
  • Transducer: KE 4 condenser capsule
  • Polar pattern: Omnidirectional
  • Color: Beige
  • Protection: Umbrella diaphragm moisture protection
  • Cable length: Not specified
  • Power: Requires external power from the connected device (phantom power or plug-in power depending on system)
  • Applications: Speech, vocals, interviews, presentations

how to install Sennheiser MKE Essential Omni Wired Condenser Microphone

  • Clip the lavalier snugly to the wearer’s clothing at chest height, about 15–20 cm below the mouth for optimal pickup and natural speaking distance.
  • Connect the microphone cable to your recording device, camera, or audio interface using the appropriate adapter or connector for your setup.
  • Power on your device and enable phantom power if your system requires it for condenser microphones.
  • Set initial input levels on your recorder or mixer to avoid clipping; start around -12 dB and adjust to achieve a balanced, natural sound.
  • Use the windscreen in outdoor or noisy environments to reduce plosives and breath noises, and reposition if the subject moves off-axis to maintain consistent pickup.

Frequently asked questions

  • Q: What is the pickup pattern?

    The MKE Essential Omni uses an omnidirectional capsule, capturing sound from all directions for a natural, consistent voice pickup regardless of the wearer’s movement.

  • Q: Is this microphone suitable for interviews and on-camera use?

    Yes. Its compact, beige design stays discreet on clothing, and the omnidirectional pickup provides clear, even sound ideal for interviews, conferences, and broadcast contexts.

  • Q: Does it require phantom power?

    As a condenser microphone, it requires external power from the connected device. Check your gear to confirm phantom power or plug-in power compatibility.

  • Q: What devices can I connect?

    The MKE Essential Omni is a wired microphone designed for cameras, recorders, mixers, and other audio interfaces. Compatibility depends on your input connector and power supply.

  • Q: Is it available in other colors?

    Beige is the standard finish for this model; availability of other colors may vary by retailer or kit configuration.


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