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Sennheiser e965

Item ID: e965

Large-diaphragm Stage Condenser Vocal Microphone with Switchable Cardioid and Supercardioid PIckup Patterns, Low-cut Switch, 10dB Pad, and 40Hz-20kHz Frequency Response

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Two Pickup Patterns, in a Rugged Handheld Condenser!

Sennheiser's e965 is a large-diaphragm, true-condenser handheld microphone that features an innovative dual-diaphragm capsule. At the flip of a switch, you can access either a cardioid polar pattern or a supercardioid polar pattern. Plus, with the e965, you'll enjoy the sensitivity you'd find from a top studio condenser microphone while enjoying Sennheiser proven stage ruggedness. The microphone also features a low-cut switch, to help remove rumble and wind noise, and a 10dB pad. You also get an excellent 40Hz-20kHz frequency response with the Sennheiser e965.

Sennheiser e965 Large-diaphragm Handheld Condenser Microphone at a Glance:
  • Two polar patterns, available at the flip of a switch
  • The sensitivity of a studio condenser, built tough for the stage
  • Low-cut switch, a 10dB pad, and a stellar 40Hz-20kHz frequency response

Two polar patterns, available at the flip of a switch
The Sennheiser e965 puts you in touch with two different polar patterns - cardioid and supercardioid - so you can easily switch the pickup for the applications. In fact, it's the first large-diaphragm, true-condenser handheld microphone to offer this innovative dual-diaphragm capsule.

The sensitivity of a studio condenser, built tough for the stage
When you take to the stage with the Sennheiser e965, you get that signature sensitivity associated with studio condenser microphones. Yet, you also get the ruggedness of Sennheiser Evolution Stage line - perfect for the stage.

Low-cut switch, a 10dB pad, and a stellar 40Hz-20kHz frequency response
Each Sennheiser e965 is handmade in Germany and includes a 10-year warranty, giving you awesome value for your dollar, right out of the box. Other features for application include the microphone's low-cut switch for reducing rumble, a 10dB pad for singers with strong voices, a capsule shockmount for reducing handling noise, excellent moisture protection, and an impressive 40Hz-20kHz frequency response. Plus, each microphone includes an MZQ 800 mic clip and a handy storage pouch.

Sennheiser e965 Large-diaphragm Handheld Condenser Microphone Features:
  • Dual-diaphragm, with switchable pick-up pattern (cardioid/supercardioid)
  • Low-cut switch
  • Switchable pre-attenuation (-10dB)
  • Capsule shockmount
  • Integral moisture protection
  • Frequency response of 40Hz-20kHz
  • Individually Handmade in Germany
  • Sennheiser 10-year warranty
  • Includes a MZQ 800 microphone clip and pouch

The Sennheiser e965 gives you handy onstage access to two different pickup patterns - cardioid and supercardioid!

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Specification Detail
Microphone Type Condenser
Polar Pattern Cardioid, Supercardioid
Frequency Response 40Hz-20kHz
Max SPL 142 dB (152 dB w/Pad)
Self Noise 21 dB
Output Impedance 50 ohms
Length 7.8"
Diameter 1.89"
Weight .87 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number 500881

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