Sennheiser E614
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Supercardioid Directionality: excellent off-axis sound rejection to isolate a source as closely as possible, even in a busy environment.
- Ideal for Drum Overheads and Acoustic Instruments: precise reproduction and linear, extended frequency response to capture attack, detail, and air.
- High Maximum SPL: maximum sound pressure level of 139 dB to handle dynamic sources without distortion.
- Ready for Studio and Stage: balanced XLR output, high output level (up to 2 V), and phantom power from 12 to 52 V.
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A Supercardioid Condenser Mic Designed for Precision and Control
Within the broad family of condenser microphones, models with supercardioid directionality are sought after for their ability to provide detailed capture while limiting bleed. This positioning makes it an excellent choice whenever one wants to combine fineness (nuances, transients, texture) and control (attenuation of off-axis sources): a particularly relevant approach for drum overheads, acoustic instruments, or any recording where a clean and mix-ready image is desired.
Its design emphasizes a frequency response independent of directionality to maintain a consistent tonal character when the source moves slightly, as well as effective attenuation of unwanted sounds around the main axis.
For Which Recordings and Musicians?
This microphone is aimed at drummers, sound engineers, home studio users, and stage technicians seeking defined sound and better isolation than a standard cardioid model. In an overhead configuration, it highlights cymbals with precision while helping to contain bleed from other kit elements or the stage. On acoustic instruments (guitar, strings, percussion), its sensitivity and linearity allow capturing attacks, dynamics, and micro-details that define an instrument's character.
It can also be used in a stereo pair: a favored solution to achieve a wider and more realistic image (overheads, acoustic ensembles, ambience) while maintaining good control over the sound environment thanks to the supercardioid directionality.
Technical specifications
| Frequency response - start | 40 Hz | Directivity | supercardioid |
| Frequency response - end | 20 kHz | Connection | XLR |
| Category | studio microphone | Color | Black |
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Sennheiser E614 suitable as a drum overhead microphone?
The supercardioid polar pattern helps reduce bleed from off-axis kit elements. Its maximum sound pressure level of 139 dB allows use close to powerful sources.
What phantom power is required for this microphone?
The accepted phantom power ranges from 12 to 52 V, with a balanced XLR connection.
Can it be used to record an acoustic guitar in stereo?
Thanks to its frequency response from 40 Hz to 20 kHz, this microphone captures the attack and nuances of acoustic instruments. It can be employed in a stereo pair for ensemble or ambiance recording. The supercardioid pattern then helps limit off-axis ambient sounds.
What sound pressure level can the microphone handle?
With a maximum sound pressure level of 139 dB, it handles very dynamic sound sources without indicated distortion. Its output level can reach 2 V towards a preamp or an interface.
What are the dimensions of the Sennheiser E614?
The body measures 20 mm in diameter and 100 mm in length. Its black anodized scratch-resistant surface is designed to withstand intensive use.
