Sennheiser XS Lav USB-C

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Sennheiser XS Lav USB-C

Sennheiser

XS Lav USB-C

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 515765
Model: XS Lav USB-C
Price: $62.70

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

The XS Lav USB-C is a surprisingly capable little mic for content creators on the go. It’s fantastic for podcasters, vloggers, or anyone needing clean audio from a lavalier without a complex setup – especially if you’re already in the USB-C ecosystem. The audio quality is genuinely impressive for something in this price bracket.

Product Description

  • Sennheiser XS Lav USB-C
  • Lavalier Microphone
  • Polar pattern: omnidirectional
  • Cable length: 2 metres
  • Connection: USB-C
  • For mobile devices and computers with USB-C inputs (compatible with the following operating systems: Windows 10.0 or later
  • macOS 10.15 or later
  • Linux Kernel 5.4 or later
  • Android 8.1 or later
  • iPadOS 13 or later)
  • Frequency range: 70 - 18
  • 000 Hz
  • Sensitivity (1 kHz): -16 dB FS/Pa
  • Max. sound pressure level: 110 dB
  • Weight: 17 g
  • Colour: Black
  • Incudes foam windscreen for XS Lav
  • lavalier clip
  • pouch
PROS
  • • Excellent audio quality for the price, surprisingly clean recordings
  • • USB-C connectivity simplifies mobile recording workflows
  • • Lightweight and unobtrusive for comfortable extended wear
  • • Included accessories (clip, foam windscreen, pouch) are practical
CONS
  • • Omnidirectional pickup can be problematic in noisy environments
  • • Cable length, while long, can be a tangle hazard
  • • Lacks a headphone monitoring jack for real-time audio checks

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Key Features

Mic Type Electret Condenser
Polar Pattern Omnidirectional
Frequency Range 70 - 18000 Hz
Connector USB-C
Cable Length 2 metres
Weight 17 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

Rode’s models often boast slightly better noise rejection, but the Sennheiser's USB-C convenience gives it an edge for mobile creators.
While decent, it’s primarily designed for voice; instruments will sound a bit thin and lack low-end presence.
Yes, it's designed for mobile devices, but check your device's compatibility list on Sennheiser's website for optimal performance.

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