Sennheiser MKE 40-EW

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Sennheiser MKE 40-EW

Sennheiser

MKE 40-EW

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 177944
Model: MKE 40-EW
Price: $366.30

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This MKE 40-EW is a fantastic choice for broadcast, presentations, and interviews where reliable wireless audio and clear speech are critical. The bass response is surprisingly good for a lav, and the Sennheiser EW connector integration is seamless. It’s a premium-priced solution, but well worth it for professionals needing dependable, high-quality audio capture on the go.

Product Description

Sennheiser MKE 40-EW, Lavalier microphone, Polar pattern: Cardioid, With Sennheiser EW connector, Cable length: 1.6 m, Outstanding bass reproduction

PROS
  • • Excellent bass response for speech and vocals, uncommon for lav mics
  • • Robust Sennheiser EW connector ensures reliable wireless pairing
  • • Durable construction using high-quality materials for stage use
  • • Cardioid pattern effectively rejects background noise and feedback
CONS
  • • Cable length is somewhat restrictive for certain filming setups
  • • The Sennheiser EW system is required, adding to the overall cost
  • • Limited frequency response compared to studio-grade condenser lavs

Product Video

Key Features

Mic Type Condenser
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Range 40 Hz - 17 kHz
Connector Sennheiser EW
Cable Length 1.6 m
Weight 36 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's more expensive upfront due to the system requirement, but offers rock-solid wireless reliability and Sennheiser's renowned build quality that many standalone lavs can't match.
For most presenters and interviewees, it's adequate, but more complex filming scenarios might necessitate an extension cable or a different mic with a longer cable.
It's primarily designed for speech and vocals, so musical instruments will sound thin; it's not a substitute for a dedicated instrument mic.

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