Sennheiser E965 - Refurbished

A Stage Microphone Designed for Professional Demands

The E965 belongs to the category of handheld vocal microphones intended for environments where capture quality and consistent performance are priorities. Its condenser capsule aims for faithful reproduction of nuances, useful when you want to preserve the grain, articulation, and natural dynamics of a voice, even in demanding stage contexts.

Thanks to its features accessible directly on the microphone, it positions itself as a comprehensive working tool: you can adjust the polar pattern and manage challenging sources without relying solely on the mixing console. A relevant choice for technical setups, singers accustomed to quick soundchecks, and configurations seeking a "studio" sound on stage.

For Which Singers and Stages Is the E965 Made?

The E965 is designed for live singing and performances where the voice must remain intelligible and stable in the mix. It suits singers who work on finesse (breath, attacks, vibrato, nuances) and who want a microphone capable of following these variations without crushing the detail.

The choice between cardioid and supercardioid allows adapting the microphone to the setup: stage monitors, proximity to other instruments, singer placement, or feedback management. This is also an advantage for technicians who want to quickly optimize sound capture according to stage constraints.

Key Features for Controlled Vocals, Even in Difficult Conditions

Switchable Polar Pattern: Cardioid / Supercardioid

The switchable polar pattern offers real flexibility. In cardioid, a comfortable and versatile pickup is favored, suitable for many stages. In supercardioid, there is greater off-axis rejection to better contain feedback and gain control when the environment is dense (close drums, amps, backing vocals, tight stages).

Low-Cut Filter: Cleaner Low End

The low-cut filter helps reduce unwanted noises that weigh down the voice: stage vibrations, handling noise, low-frequency breath, or excessive proximity effect. The result: a more readable voice, easier to place in the mix, with fewer EQ corrections needed.

-10 dB Attenuator Pad: Handling Powerful Vocals

The -10 dB attenuator pad is an asset when the source level rises: very projected vocals, singing close to the capsule, or more aggressive passages. It optimizes input level and limits saturation risks while maintaining a clean and usable sound capture.

Wide Headroom Before Distortion

With a max SPL of 142 dB, the E965 is built to handle high levels. This headroom is particularly useful for energetic singers, powerful styles, and stage conditions where intensity varies greatly from one song to another.

Technical specifications

Capsule	condenser	Max SPL	142 dB
Switchable polar pattern	cardioid / supercardioid	Attenuator pad	-10 dB
Frequency response	40 - 20,000 Hz	Weight	396 g