Sennheiser MKE 2 (Black EW)

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Sennheiser MKE 2 (Black EW)

Sennheiser

MKE 2 (Black EW)

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 149386
Model: MKE 2 (Black EW)
Price: $383.90

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The MKE 2 (Black EW) is a seriously solid lavalier mic, especially if you're already in the Sennheiser wireless ecosystem. It delivers a clean, natural sound with impressive rejection of background distractions – perfect for interviewers, presenters, or anyone needing discreet, reliable audio capture in less-than-ideal recording locations. It's a premium-priced option, but the quality justifies the investment.

Product Description

  • Sennheiser MKE 2 (Black EW)
  • Condenser Lavalier Microphone
  • Sweat resistant
  • Polar pattern: Omnidirectional
  • Frequency range: 20 - 20
  • 000 Hz
  • Max SPL: 142 dB
  • Impedance: 1000 Ohm
  • Sensitivity: 5 mV/Pa +- 3 dB
  • For the Evolution Series
  • Cable with mini-jack EW plug
  • Cable length: 1.6 m
  • Diameter: 4.8 mm
  • Colour: Black

*Includes:*, 1x MZC-2-1, 1x MZC 2-2, 1x MZQ 02

PROS
  • • Excellent off-axis rejection minimizes background noise effectively.
  • • Robust, sweat-resistant design suitable for demanding on-location work.
  • • The mini-jack EW connector simplifies integration with Sennheiser wireless systems.
  • • Clear, natural vocal reproduction with a surprisingly full low-end for a lavalier.
CONS
  • • High impedance requires a preamp or impedance matching device for optimal performance.
  • • Omnidirectional pickup can be challenging in noisy environments.
  • • Cable length is somewhat limited for certain filming situations.

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Key Features

Mic Type Condenser
Polar Pattern Omnidirectional
Frequency Range 20 - 20,000 Hz
Connector Mini-jack EW
Cable Length 1.6 m
Weight 35 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The MKE 2 offers better off-axis rejection and a more natural sound profile than the Rode, but the Rode is significantly smaller and more budget-friendly.
No, the EW connector is proprietary to Sennheiser’s Evolution Wireless series; you'll need an adapter for use with other brands.
A clean, low-noise preamp with sufficient gain is key; something like a Sound Devices MixPre or similar will really let this mic shine.

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