Description

Sennheiser e 604 Microphone Overview

The Sennheiser e 604 is a robust, cardioid instrument microphone designed to handle high sound pressure levels commonly encountered with drums, percussion, woodwind, and brass instruments, delivering clear audio without distortion.

Key Features:

• Design:
  • Based On: Design of the well-regarded MD 421 microphone.
  • Type: Compact dynamic microphone.
  • Transducer: Dynamic, does not require phantom power.
  • Polar Pattern: Cardioid, effective in minimizing pickup and feedback from off-axis sources.
  • Housing: Impact-resistant, fiberglass-reinforced.
• Performance:
  • Frequency Response: Captures frequencies between 40 Hz and 18 kHz.
  • Sound Pressure Levels: Handles levels in excess of 160 dB without distortion.
  • Frequency Response Feature: Slight bump between 4 and 5 kHz helps instruments cut through the mix.
• Usage:
  • Mounting Options:
    • Integral stand mount screws directly onto mic stands.
    • Included clip attaches the microphone to the rim of a drum or the bell of saxophones.
• Additional Features:
  • Handling Noise: Low sensitivity to handling noise.
  • Humbucking Coil: Reduces electromagnetic interference.

The Sennheiser e 604 is engineered for durability and flexibility, making it a reliable choice for capturing powerful, high-SPL instruments in both live and studio settings.