Detail 01
Omnidirectional pickup pattern
Captures sound with an omnidirectional pattern.
Product detailSKU #1500000304921
SennheiserMKE Essential Omni-Beige
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Designed for regular live-stage work, the beige MKE Essential Omni is a lightweight omnidirectional small condenser microphone built around Sennheiser’s KE 4 capsule. It is intended to keep its signal warm and free from distortion at high input levels, including up to its stated 140 dB maximum SPL. A patented tandem membrane protects the capsule from moisture such as sweat, and the 1.6 m cable connections are designed for tensile strength. The microphone can be placed discreetly using the included stage-oriented mounting and cover options.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Live-stage vocal miking where sweat protection and discreet placement around the forehead or cheek matter.
- Theatrical productions needing an omnidirectional microphone with multiple mounting, cover, and wind-protection options.
- High-input stage situations within the microphone’s stated 140 dB maximum sound pressure level.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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140 dB maximum SPL
States the highest sound pressure level specified for the microphone.
Detail 03
1.6 m cable
Provides the stated cable length for stage placement.
Detail 04
16 g weight
Keeps the microphone assembly lightweight for concealment-oriented placement.
Detail 05
20 Hz–20,000 Hz frequency response
States the microphone’s specified frequency-response range.
Detail 06
4.8 mm connector
Uses the stated 4.8 mm connector.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Plan the placement method you want to use: tape, a magnetic holder, a Dracula clip, or another included stage accessory.
- 02Choose placement around the forehead or cheek according to the required stage presentation.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is the MKE Essential Omni protected against sweat?
Yes. Its capsule uses a patented tandem membrane to protect against moisture, including sweat.
02What mounting options are provided?
The microphone comes with stage accessories including adhesive tape, magnetic holders, Dracula clips, makeup covers, and wind protection.
03What is its pickup pattern?
It has an omnidirectional pickup pattern.
04Can it handle loud stage input?
It is specified for up to 140 dB maximum SPL and is designed to remain distortion-free at high sound pressure levels.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
4 detailsSound
- Sensitivity in Free Field No Load 1khz
- 5mV/Pa +-3.5dB
- Frequency Response
- 20 - 20,000 Hz
- Nominal Impedance
- 1000 ohms
- Min Terminating Impedance
- 4700 ohms
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Yellow
1 detailsConnections & power
- Connector
- 4.8mm
3 detailsSize & weight
- Cable Length
- 1.6m
- Equivalent Noise Level Weighted As per Ccir 468 3
- 41 dB
- Weight
- 16
3 detailsOther
- Pick Up Pattern
- Omni-directional
- Max Sound Pressure Level
- 140 dB
- Equivalent Noise Level
- 28 dB (A-weighted, DIN IEC 651)
