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Sennheiser e 914 Condenser Cardioid Microphone

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Sennheiser e 914 Condenser Cardioid Microphone
Key Features
  • For Recording and Live Performances
  • Exchangeable Capsule Design
  • 3-Position Bass Roll-Off Switch
  • 3-Position Sensitivity Switch
The Sennheiser e 914 is a professional condenser instrument microphone developed for crucial capturing in recording and sound reinforcement applications. The wide, linear frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz results in vivid, accurate reproduction of instruments throughout the full frequency range. The e 914 is an excellent choice for piano, drum cymbals, guitar, strings, and stereo ambiance capturing in live performances and sound design applications.
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Sennheiser e 914 Overview

The Sennheiser e 914 is a professional condenser instrument microphone developed for crucial capturing in recording and sound reinforcement applications. The wide, linear frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz results in vivid, accurate reproduction of instruments throughout the full frequency range. The e 914 is an excellent choice for piano, drum cymbals, guitar, strings, and stereo ambiance capturing in live performances and sound design applications.

The microphone's capsule features a cardioid polar pattern for excellent rejection of off-axis noise while maintaining an accurate frequency response at full range. The e 914 features a -10 and -20 dB Pad switch that provide added headroom for signals that are excessively loud. Switchable low-frequency roll-off positions are also provided and eliminate noise at 85 Hz and 130 Hz. The e 914 provides the audio fidelity and flexibility necessary to excel as a workhorse microphone in any studio recording or live sound application.

Ultrawide Frequency Response
The e 914 features a 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response that results in accurate, transparent signal at full frequency range.
High SPL Handling
The microphone capsule is capable of handling sound pressure levels of up to 157 dB without noise and distortion.
3-Position Pad Switch
A 3-position attenuation switch provides -10 and -20 dB attenuation.
3-Position Low-Frequency Roll-off
Low-frequency, roll-off filter eliminates noise below 85 Hz and 130 Hz.
Cardioid Polar Pattern
The cardioid polar pattern provides excellent rejection of off-axis noise/audio while accurately reproducing the signal at the direct sections of the capsule.
UPC: 615104101418

Sennheiser e 914 Specs

Key Specs
Microphone Type
Small Diaphragm
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Element Type
Condenser
Controls
Gain/Sensitivity, Low Cut/HPF, Pad
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
137 dB (without Pad)
147 dB (with -10 dB Pad)
157 dB (with -20 dB Pad)
Analog Output
1x XLR 3-Pin
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Microphone
Microphone Type
Small Diaphragm
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Element Type
Condenser
Sound Field
Mono
Orientation
End Address
Controls
Gain/Sensitivity, Low Cut/HPF, Pad
Pad
-10 dB
-20 dB
Filter & EQ
Low-Cut Filter: 85 Hz, 18 dB/Octave / 130 Hz, 6 dB/Octave
Circuitry
Solid-State
Performance
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
137 dB (without Pad)
147 dB (with -10 dB Pad)
157 dB (with -20 dB Pad)
Sensitivity
7 mV/Pa (without Pad)
2.3 mV/Pa (-10 dB Pad)
0.7 mV/Pa (-20 dB Pad)
Equivalent Noise Level
19 dB (A-Weighted)
Connectivity
Analog Output Connector
1x XLR 3-Pin
Power
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Operating Voltage
48 V
Physical
Color
Black
Dimensions
ø: 0.94 x L: 6.18" / ø: 24 x L: 157 mm
Weight
0.44 lb / 198 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.04 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
10.35 x 4.8 x 3.15"

Sennheiser e 914 Reviews

Love this mic!

By Alberto
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2016-12-22

I love this mic. I'm using for theater production. Literally everything that needs ambient sound. Works Great.

Very classy pro condenser microphone

By Richard the Musician
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2009-07-07

I purchased two of these to use for both acoustic guitar recording and also for drum overheads. They are beautifully constructed as I have come to expect from Sennheiser products. A very useful feature are the small adjustment controls which allow you to add a pad to reduce very loud sources and select from three bass roll-off profiles allowing you to tailor the microphone to match its intended use. I have so far only used them for acoustic guitar recording and was very happy with the super clear and entirely natural sound reproduction. They are nice and compact as well. One small gripe is the average quality pouch that comes with them, but most people will probably use a road case anyway. Thanks again B&H ...

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I believe the capsule is exchangeable on this ...

I believe the capsule is exchangeable on this model. Where can I find them?
Asked by: Andrew
According to the manufacturer website, capsules are non interchangeable for this model microphone.
Answered by: Daniel O
Date published: 2021-01-15

Can this be paired with itself for stereo input ...

Can this be paired with itself for stereo input to say, Zoom H6 recorder, for dSLR TRS minijack input? Need to record high end performances without post-processing.
Asked by: Andrew
Thank you STAFF. I meant, can I plug two e914 mics into a Zoom H6 (that will provide phantom power), then use the H6 output minijack to a dSLR...to capture stereo recording?
Answered by: Andrew
Date published: 2021-01-12
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