Sennheiser ME36 W

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Sennheiser ME36 W

Sennheiser

ME36 W

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 370274
Model: ME36 W
Price: $317.90

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The ME36 W is a seriously clean capsule, delivering excellent speech intelligibility. It's a fantastic choice for corporate events, presentations, or houses of worship where you need to isolate a single speaker. The supercardioid pickup is demanding, but rewards careful placement with a remarkably clear signal.

Product Description

  • Sennheiser ME36 W
  • Condenser Microphone Capsule
  • For gooseneck microphones: MZH 3015 / 3040
  • Directional pattern: Supercardioid / Lobar
  • Frequency range: 40 - 20
  • 000 Hz
  • Impedance: 50 Ohm
  • Maximum output level: 130 dB max. SPL
  • Requires 12 - 48 V phantom power
  • Dimensions: 8.2 x 96 mm
  • Weight: 17 g
  • Colour: White
  • Incl. MZW36W windscreen
PROS
  • • Exceptional clarity and detail for speech and vocals
  • • Supercardioid pattern effectively rejects off-axis noise
  • • Robust construction with Sennheiser’s typical build quality
  • • Included windscreen minimizes plosives and wind noise for outdoor use
CONS
  • • Requires a compatible gooseneck body, adding to overall cost
  • • Supercardioid pattern demands precise mic placement for optimal results
  • • Limited versatility compared to omnidirectional or cardioid capsules

Product Video

Key Features

Components Precision-machined aluminum capsule body
Polar Patterns Supercardioid / Lobar
Frequency Range 40 Hz - 20,000 Hz
Connections XLR capsule connector (compatible with MZH series)
Phantom Power 12 - 48 V

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Frequently Asked Questions

Lobar is a narrower, more directional version of supercardioid, offering even greater rejection of background noise, but with a tighter sweet spot.
No, it's designed specifically for Sennheiser's MZH 3015 and 3040 gooseneck microphone systems; it won't directly plug into a standard XLR input.
While it *can* be used, its narrow pickup pattern and focused frequency response aren't ideal for general instrument miking; it’s best for focused speech applications.

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