Sennheiser MKE 200

A Sennheiser Mic Designed for Mobile Creators, at the Heart of the MKE Range

The Sennheiser MKE 200 embodies the spirit of the MKE series: offering microphones focused on video capture, capable of immediately improving the audio of filmed content without complicating sound recording. Where image capture has become easy, the brand bets on a pragmatic approach: a compact directional microphone, ready to use, that brings more presence to dialogue and better clarity outdoors or in busy environments. Its positioning is clear: to provide an effective and accessible solution to upgrade from "camera/phone" sound to a more professional result, while remaining lightweight, discreet, and quick to set up.

Who Is the MKE 200 For and In Which Uses Does It Excel?

The MKE 200 is aimed at videographers, vloggers, mobile journalists, "IRL" streamers, and content creators who want better isolated sound directly at the source, without complex audio setups. Mounted on a DSLR, mirrorless camera, or smartphone, it becomes an ideal ally for face-cams, quick interviews, travel videos, lightweight reports, and speaking engagements in noisy environments. Its streamlined shape fades into the camera and fits well with a minimalist setup: mount, plug in, shoot.

Key Features for Clear Sound, Even in Challenging Conditions

Directivity: More Presence, Less Ambient Noise

Thanks to its directional capsule, the MKE 200 prioritizes the source facing the mic (typically the voice) and attenuates some lateral sounds. The result: more intelligible speech with greater definition than a built-in camera or phone microphone, especially when the sound environment is busy (street, reverberant interiors, audience, ventilation).

Wind Protection and Better Handling Noise Control

In video, the most frequent nuisances don't always come from "afar": rubbing, small vibrations, finger clicks on the body, or gusts of wind can ruin a take. The MKE 200 integrates wind protection and an internal suspension that help reduce these unwanted noises. This ensures cleaner, more consistent recordings that are easier to mix during editing.

Immediate Compatibility: Camera and Mobile, Without Risky Adapters

The MKE 200 comes with a 3.5 mm mini-jack connection designed to suit your needs: TRS for most cameras and camcorders, and TRRS for many mobile devices. This approach reduces connection errors and facilitates switching from a "light studio" setup to a smartphone configuration. Add to that a standard passive accessory shoe: mounting is quick, stable, and universal.

Battery-Free: Simplicity Serving Responsiveness

When filming, the best take is often the one you can capture immediately. The MKE 200's battery-free operation eliminates a source of stress (charge levels, spare batteries, failure at the wrong moment) and lets you focus on framing, the scene, and the speech. It's a consistent choice for quick shoots, scouting, and anything that requires traveling light.

Technical specifications

Frequency response - start	40 Hz	Directivity	supercardioid
Frequency response - end	20 kHz	Connection	minijack, minijack TRRS
Category	Shotgun Microphone	Color	Black