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Sennheiser e 901 Half-Cardioid Boundary Microphone for Kick Drums

BH #SEE901 • MFR #500198
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Sennheiser e 901 Half-Cardioid Boundary Microphone for Kick Drums
Key Features
  • For Kick Drum & Low-Frequency Instrument
  • Half-Cardioid Boundary Condenser Mic
  • Handles High SPL with Fast Attack
  • Slip-Free, Dampening Rubber Pad
The Sennheiser e 901 is a professional, condenser boundary microphone optimized for capturing kick drums, bass, and Leslie cabinets, and other low-frequency sound sources on stage or in the studio.
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Sennheiser E901 Overview

The Sennheiser e 901 is a professional, condenser boundary microphone optimized for capturing kick drums, bass, and Leslie cabinets, and other low-frequency sound sources on stage or in the studio.

The e 901 features a capsule with an extremely thin, high-strength diaphragm that delivers exceptional signal reproduction with low bass response and fast transient signals without peak distortion.

The half-cardioid polar pattern eliminates unwanted noise and reflections from the mounting surface for a clean and present sound.

No stand is needed as the e 901 can be positioned inside a kick drum laying over a towel or pillow—close to the beater for picking up the attack. Alternately, it can also be used on a lectern, conference table, altar, theatrical stage, or pianos and percussion to capture full-bodied voice or instrument sound.

The mic is ruggedly constructed, with a slip-free rubber pad underneath so it will stay put.

Optimized Frequency Response
  • The e 901 features a frequency response optimized for accurate reproduction of kick drums
High Sound Pressure and Fast Transient Reproduction
  • The e 901 handles very-high sound pressure levels and reproduces fast attacks and transients without distortion
Half-Cardioid Pickup Pattern
  • The half-cardioid pattern effectively rejects unwanted noise and reflection at the rear of the mic
Rubber Damping Plate
  • The e 901 features a slip-free, dampening rubber pad at the bottom that absorbs vibrations
Other Features
  • Integrated preamp
  • Gold-plated XLR connector
  • Powered via 48V phantom
UPC: 615104101296

Sennheiser E901 Specs

Key Specs
Microphone Type
Boundary
Polar Pattern
Half-Cardioid
Element Type
Electret Condenser
Controls
None
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
154 dB
Analog Output
1x XLR 3-Pin Male
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Microphone
Microphone Type
Boundary
Polar Pattern
Half-Cardioid
Element Type
Electret Condenser
Sound Field
Mono
Controls
None
Circuitry
Solid-State
Performance
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
154 dB
Sensitivity
0.5 mV/Pa
Connectivity
Analog Output Connector
1x XLR 3-Pin Male
Power
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Operating Voltage
48 V (Phantom Power)
Physical
Dimensions
H: 1.04 x W: 4.13 x L: 4.98" / H: 26.5 x W: 105 x L: 126.5 mm
Weight
1.21 lb / 550 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.5 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
10.2 x 4.8 x 3.2"

Sennheiser E901 Reviews

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Since this has a built-in preamp, would you ...

Since this has a built-in preamp, would you connect it to line input? Also, wouldn't it need phantom power since it's a condenser mic?
Asked by: Lee
The integrated pre-amp feature is referring to the fact that the XLR connection is built into the microphone. This has a mic level output that does require 48v phantom power.
Answered by: Daniel
Date published: 2020-07-16
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