Sennheiser E901
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Essential Information About the Sennheiser e 901 Boundary Microphone
Essential Information About the Sennheiser e 901 Boundary Microphone
- Specialized for kick drum and grand piano : optimized frequency response and precise transient reproduction for clear lows and immediate impact.
- Ultra-fast attacks : ideal for highlighting the "kick" and definition, even in dense mixes.
- Plug-and-play : built-in phantom power adapter and standard XLR-3 connector, no special adapter cable required.
- Designed for the stage : very robust housing, rubber base to absorb shocks, and resistance to foot traffic.
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A "boundary" mic designed for percussive sources
The Sennheiser e 901 belongs to the family of "boundary" microphones (surface-effect), a particularly effective approach when you want to capture a source as close to the impact as possible while limiting issues related to complex placements. Its half-cardioid directivity and surface-mount format make it a natural solution for the kick drum, but also for the grand piano, where it can be placed discreetly to achieve a solid, stable sound with rich attacks.
Who is the Sennheiser e 901 for?
This microphone is an excellent choice for drummers, front-of-house/monitor engineers, stage technicians, and home studio users who want a precise, percussive, and easily reproducible kick drum sound from one session to another. In live settings, it saves valuable time: no need for a kick drum stand, and its internal placement (or as close as possible to the impact zone) allows for a quickly usable result. In the studio, it complements multi-mic setups very well by adding definition and a clear attack, particularly useful for demanding styles (rock, metal, modern pop, urban music).
Technical specifications
| Frequency response - start | 20 Hz | Directivity | hemicardioid |
| Frequency response - end | 20 kHz | Capsule | electret |
| Category | instrument microphone | Color | Black |
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Good mic for bass drum and cajon
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Questions frequently asked
Does the Sennheiser E901 require phantom power?
48 V phantom power is required, with a current consumption of 1.1 mA. Connection is made via a standard XLR-3 connector on a console, interface, or compatible preamp.
Can this microphone be placed directly inside a bass drum?
Its boundary microphone design allows it to be placed directly inside the bass drum without a mic stand. The rubber base helps absorb shocks and keeps the microphone securely in place.
What SPL level can this bass drum microphone handle?
With a maximum sound pressure level of 154 dB SPL, this model is designed to handle the high levels produced by a bass drum.
What is the polar pattern of the boundary microphone e 901?
The cardioid boundary pattern captures the source located above the mounting surface. This setup is suitable for close placement near the impact area.
Can the e 901 be used for recording a grand piano?
It can be used inside a grand piano thanks to its discreet size of 126.5 x 105 x 26.5 mm. Its frequency response spans from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, featuring an electret capsule.
