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Sennheiser MK 4 Large-diaphragm Condenser Microphone

Large-diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone
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With a nod to project studios all over the globe, Sennheiser has unleashed the MK 4. Representing Sennheiser's first large-diaphragm side-address condenser microphone, the MK 4 is designed to offer you the best-possible sound quality for the money, rather than technical extravagance. It features a powerful warm sound, with vivid mids and a detailed bass range, making the MK 4 perfect for vocals and acoustic instruments alike. Created to give home and project studios a refreshing option, at excellent value, the MK 4 is well suited to a wide range of recording environments and applications.

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Sennheiser MK 4 Condenser Microphone Features at a Glance:
  • Large-diaphragm, side-address condenser microphone
  • Cardioid pickup pattern
  • Maximum sound pressure level of 140dB
  • Designed with project studios in mind
  • Powerful warm sound with vivid mids, detailed bass range - perfect for vocals
  • Crafted to offer premium performance, at a reasonable price
  • Delivery includes MK 4, MQZ 4 mic clamp, pouch, and manual
  • Requires +48V phantom power

The Sennheiser MK 4 condenser microphone is the perfect upgrade for your project studio!

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Tech Specs

  • Microphone Type: Condenser
  • Polar Pattern: Cardioid
  • Diaphragm Size: 1" (25.4mm)
  • Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz
  • Max SPL: 140dB
  • Output Impedance: 50 ohms
  • Self Noise: 10dB (A weighted)
  • Connector: XLR
  • Color: Silver/Black
  • Weight: 1.1 lbs.
  • Included Accessories: Stand Mount, Microphone Pouch
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 504298

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Amazing microphone

Where has this microphone been all of my life, its excellent on acoustic guitars, guitar amplifiers, it captures the tone beautifully. I can't say enough good stuff about this microphone.
by Jason from MD on

MK4 = Awesome

It would be hard to overstate what a gem this mic is. It sounds very, very similar to my Neumann TLM 103 (MK4 is a tiny bit brighter), and that's kinda shocking at the price point. I've used it primarily on vocals (male and female) and it is full bodied, natural sounding, and it required very little de-essing (despite the high presence). The build quality feels battle-tank solid, and the fit and finish are very clean. It's hard to believe that a German-made, great sounding mic like this can be made available at this price point, and yet here it is!
by Dave on

Solid piece at a great price.

I've been using the Sennheiser MK 4 for 6 years now, and it has been the mainstay of my home recording console. Have used it extensively with the TC Helicon Voice Live Play, and it performs beautifully. Sound is very precise, well rounded and articulate on both vocals and acoustic guitar. The MK 4 has held up well over time and gives plenty bang for the buck. Excellent quality and very affordable. I highly recommend it!
by Nigel from Baxter, Kentucky on
Music background: Amature, seasoned.

Amazing!

My band has been using this Mic on our new album and I'm blown away, it is so true. If this Mic isn't good enough for you then you need a better singer not a better mic.
by Nic from Sarasota FL on
Music background: Pro for over 20years guitarist/engineer

Incredible Gem Of A Microphone

The quality of this microphone is phenomenal, perhaps because it is German-made. The crispness, color, and clarity that this mic picks-up is second to none in my opinion, and it has become my favorite studio microphone. I have a different Chinese made microphone that I really hate right now, so I don't go around writing rosy reviews of everything I buy, but this MK4 makes up for it. Mike LaFratte at Sweetwater is amazing to work with, and he had this baby shipped out to me in no time at all.
by Matthew from California on
Music background: Songwriter, Engineer, Producer, International Star...

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Justin Sunday

I've used the Sennheiser MK 4 on just about everything. It's my go-to mic when I need something in a pinch, and it performs beautifully every time. My personal favorite being female vocals paired with an RND 511 preamp, but it also sounds great being used as a drum kit room mic, and on acoustic guitars as well. This "Swiss army knife" is a great addition to any mic collector's locker and a perfect first condenser for the entry-level audio engineer.

Mitch Gallagher

Sennheiser is best known for their dynamic microphones, but that doesn't mean they don't make great condensers! And with the MK4, they're bringing their condenser to the project studio. The MK4 is a large-diaphragm side-address condenser microphone, and it comes in at a great price for a studio mic. But that price belies the quality of the microphone. We're talking detailed top end, tight bottom end, natural dynamic response, wide frequency response, and the capability to withstand sound-pressure levels up to 140dB. The MK4 is an excellent vocal microphone with a warm tone and a rich sound. It provides good detail without being too sibilant, and it has fine clarity. It also sounds great on electric guitar amps and even acoustic guitars, where it has a nice full tone and a tight bass response. If you're looking for one condenser mic to step up the quality in your project studio, or if you want to expand your capabilities with a well-performing large-diaphragm condenser, then the MK4 is the mic for you. Best of all, it comes in at a great price, so you can easily afford to add it to your rig.
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