Sennheiser Mke Essential Omni Black 3-pin

A Lavalier Microphone Designed for Speech, in the Spirit of the MKE Series

The MKE Essential Omni continues Sennheiser's approach to lavalier microphones focused on "voice": a miniature format, clean reproduction, and easy integration with existing systems. Its acoustic signature, announced as similar to the MKE 2, naturally places it within a "broadcast/stage" philosophy where intelligibility and discretion are as important as daily reliability. This series is also designed to remain compatible with many accessories from the MKE 2 range, convenient when standardizing a microphone inventory or adapting mounting (clip, windscreen, mounting accessories) according to the situation.

Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?

Thanks to its omnidirectional pattern, this lavalier microphone is particularly suited for speech capture: actors, lecturers, speakers, worship leaders, teachers, hosts, or sound technicians seeking a discreet and effective microphone. The omnidirectional pattern helps maintain a stable voice even if the head turns or the microphone position shifts slightly on clothing. The result: more tolerant capture, very useful on stage, in presentations, or any context where the speaker moves naturally.

Compactness, Intelligibility, and Robustness: Key Points

Omnidirectional Capsule: Consistent Voice Without "Placement Effect"

The MKE Essential Omni favors homogeneous capture: the omnidirectional pattern limits timbre and level variations when the person moves or changes orientation. Its frequency range of 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz broadly covers the useful spectrum, and its maximum sound pressure level of 140 dB allows it to handle projected voices or dynamic environments without easily saturating.

A Discreet Format That Goes Unnoticed

With a 4.8 mm capsule and only 16 g, this lavalier microphone can be easily placed on a collar, jacket lapel, stage costume, or ceremonial attire. It remains comfortable over time, which is essential for long performances (theater plays, services, conferences, event days).

Included Accessories for Quick Setup

The microphone comes with a MZQ 02 clip for reliable attachment and an SL MZW 1 foam windscreen to reduce light breath noises, plosives, and some air sounds related to movement. The 1.6 m cable offers a practical length to connect the microphone to a bodypack transmitter or compatible solution while keeping the setup neat and secure.

Technical specifications

Category	HF system microphone	Capsule	static electret
Directivity	omnidirectional	Color	Black

Type	lavalier microphone	Equivalent noise level at input	A-weighted (DIN IEC 651) 28 dB
Directionality	omnidirectional	Maximum sound pressure level	140 dB
Frequency range	20 - 20,000 Hz	Connector	3.5 mm mini-jack or 3-pin
Free-field sensitivity, no load (1 kHz)	5 mV/Pa +/-3.5 dB	Cable length	1.6 m
Nominal impedance	1 kohm	Microphone capsule diameter	4.8 mm
Minimum terminating impedance	4.7 kohm	Weight	16 g