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Sennheiser MKE1 - Professional Lavalier Microphone (Black)

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Sennheiser MKE1 - Professional Lavalier Microphone (Black)
Key Features
  • Miniature 3.3mm Capsule
  • Omnidirectional Polar Pattern
  • 3-Pin Lemo Connection
  • Reduced Sensitivity
The Sennheiser MKE1 Miniature Lavalier Microphone is their smallest, professional lavalier microphone to date. Measuring just 3.3mm (0.12") in diameter, the MKE1 is well suited for placement in hair, the body, clothing, accessories, props, etc.

Audio signal is reproduced transparently, while maximum intelligibility of speech and vocals is achieved with its omnidirectional polar pattern and wide frequency response.

The Kevlar reinforced cable is rugged and minimizes surface noise. The MKE1's moisture resistant enclosure protects against damage caused by moisture, making it well suited for actors, performers and broadcast applications.

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Sennhei er MKE1 Overview

The Sennheiser MKE1 Miniature Lavalier Microphone is their smallest, professional lavalier microphone to date. Measuring just 3.3mm (0.12") in diameter, the MKE1 is well suited for placement in hair, the body, clothing, accessories, props, etc.

Audio signal is reproduced transparently, while maximum intelligibility of speech and vocals is achieved with its omnidirectional polar pattern and wide frequency response.

The Kevlar reinforced cable is rugged and minimizes surface noise. The MKE1's moisture resistant enclosure protects against damage caused by moisture, making it well suited for actors, performers and broadcast applications.

3-pin Lemo Connector
Miniature low-profile design
Very small dimensions (3.3mm capsule diameter)
High maximum sound pressure level (142dB)
Very high speech intelligibility; clear, pleasant treble
Full, natural sound with low ambient noise
Thin (1 mm diameter) and robust cable; flexible with minimum handling noise
Very sweat-resistant due to protective membrane
Flexible tubes for attaching the microphone with clips or adhesive tape
UPC: 615104134645

Sennhei er MKE1 Specs

Transducer
Condenser
Polar Pattern
Omnidirectional
Frequency Response
20Hz to 20kHz +/- 2.5dB
Dynamic Range (Typical)
Not Specified By Manufacturer
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Equivalent noise level 27dB
Equivalent noise level 39dB
Maximum Input Sound Level
142dB
Power Requirements
4.5 - 15V
Output Impedance
1k Ohm (Nominal)
4.7k Ohm (Min. Terminating)
Output Connectors
3-pin Lemo
Pad
No
Low Frequency Roll-Off
No
Dimensions
0.12" (3.5mm) Diameter
5.2' (2.70m) (3-pin, EW variants) 9.8ft (pigtail variants)
Weight
0.004 oz (0.1g)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.1 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.1 x 3.2 x 0.5"

Sennhei er MKE1 Reviews

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By Manuel
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-12-13

I own several lavalier mics, Sony ECM90, DPA, Shure TwinPlex and others. This one is by far the clearest and the best of them all.

simply amazing

By Ant
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2013-11-27

This is an amazing lavalier and by far the smallest and best sounding one of them all! If you are even considering acquiring this mic then think no long, you will never regret buying it. Now on to the meat and potatoes of this review. It is extremely small and very easy to hide under shirts and if the need arises then you could even put it in your talents hair! If you do not need the small size or are mostly buying the mic for the audio quality then it does not get any better than this one right here. The mic picks up on the rich deep tones that most other mics will not pick up. The MKE1 is the most natural sounding lavalier mic that I have ever used or owned and I have owned and used most all of them on the market at one point in time!

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Is the cable microphonic? I'm used to the DPA ...

Is the cable microphonic? I'm used to the DPA lavs where you can run your fingers up and down the cable and can't hear it. Does this mic exhibit the same quality?
Asked by: Ron
This mic has a thin (1mm diameter) but robust Kevlar reinforced cable; flexible with minimum handling noise.
Answered by: Steven M
Date published: 2019-07-17

Will it work with Rode Wireless ME/GO? ...

Will it work with Rode Wireless ME/GO? Specifically, the voltage requirements and the 3.5mm locking connector compatibility.
Asked by: Abel
The Sennheiser MKE1 Professional Lavalier Microphone requires 4.5 to 15V. We would not recommend using this microphone with the RODE Wireless ME or the Wireless GO and Wireless GO II Compact Digital Wireless Microphone Systems because the transmitters have non-locking inputs so the mic would not be securely connected and most high-end lavalier microphones do not function properly when used with either of these wireless systems. The Sennheiser MKE series mics work much better with wireless transmitters such as the Sennheiser SK 500 G4 and SK 100 G4. From our testing, the microphones that work best with the RODE ME, GO, and GO II Wireless Microphone Systems are the RODE Lavalier II Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone (B&H # ROLAVALIERII), the Saramonic DK3G Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone (B&H # SADK3G), the Shure MOTIV MVL Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone (B&H # SHMVL35MM), and the Saramonic SR-M1 Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone (B&H # SASRM1).
Answered by: Lisa S
Date published: 2023-07-20

question

Any tips on storing the MKE1. Because the wire is so thin it can easily get tangled up while storing, even when you are careful. Anyone have best practices they can share for storing?
Asked by: Jason
Wrap the cable like you would a mic cable, over/under.
Answered by: Ron
Date published: 2018-12-08
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