The Sennheiser MKE1 Miniature Lavalier Microphone is their smallest, professional lavalier microphone to date. Measuring just 3.5mm (0.13") in diameter, the MKE1 is well suited for placement in hair, the body, clothing, accessories, props, etc.

Audio signal is reproduced transparently, while maximum intelligibility of speech and vocals is achieved with its omnidirectional polar pattern and wide frequency response.

The Kevlar reinforced cable is rugged and minimizes surface noise. It's also unterminated (no jack at the end), to allow users the flexibility of adding a connector that fits their needs. The MKE1's moisture resistant enclosure protects against damage caused by moisture, making it well suited for actors, performers and broadcast applications.

Miniature 3.5mm Capsule    Omnidirectional Polar Pattern    Pigtail (Unterminated) Cable    MZQ222 Mic Clip Included    Storage Pouch Included    Reduced Sensitivity    Moisture Resistant    Black

Pigtail (unterminated) connection for wiring custom connectors

Great strengths - small microphone

Very small dimensions (3.3mm capsule diameter)

High maximum sound pressure level (142dB)

Very high speech intelligibility; clear, pleasant treble

Full, natural sound with low ambient noise

Thin (1mm diameter) and robust cable; flexible with minimum handling noise

Very sweat-resistant due to protective membrane

Flexible tubes for attaching the microphone with clips or adhesive tape

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does it have a headphone jack?

A: Yes it does, although it puts out some hiss.

Q: 2. It says it can accept Line-In, does that mean it can record audio from a soundboard or will this fry the pre-amps?

A: Yes you can tap into a sound board or mixer, just make sure when you hook up, your input is set low then tweak it from there

Q: 3. What's the Equivalent Input Noise (EIN) ? Thanks

A: Zoom has not specified the EIN for the F1-LP 2-Input / 2-Track Portable Field Recorder with Lavalier Microphone.

Q: 4. Does this recorder support exFAT file system? Does it have a limit to file size? Some recorders break and restart new files at a 2gig limit. Can you make a 3, or 5 or 8 gig single audio file?

A: No, the F2 records 32-bit float WAV file format and is BWF compatible. It records to microSD cards up to 512 GB maximum. The recording continues until you press the stop button and does not automatically break in the middle to start a new file so you can make 3, 4, or 5 GB single recorded audio files.

Q: 5. Can the Zoom F1 USB sound output be used at the same time with internal recording?

A: This recorder may be used as a USB interface while recording to internal memory simultaneously.

Q: 6. I'm happy with this device but I do need a deadcat. Can anyone recommend a snug deadcat for this Zoom F1 shotgun?

A: Yes, the Rycote S12L is designed to work with the F1. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/267846-REG/Rycote_033033_12cm_Large_Hole_Softie.html

Q: 7. Does this record a backup file as well? In the same way that the Tascam DR-10L does?

A: The F1 does not support dual recording.

Q: 8. When using the MSH-6 Mid-Side capsule is it possible to record the mid and side mics separately?

A: With the Zoom F1 recorder, you would not be able to use the MSH-6 Mid-Side Capsule to record the mid and side mics separately because it has a mono capsule. The mics that do work with the F1 and allow mid and side separation are the XYH-5 (B&H # ZOXYH5), XH6 (B&H# ZOZXYH6), and SSH-6 (B&H# ZOZSSH6).

Q: 9. Has Zoom addressed the shoddy battery door debacle on the F1 in later iterations?

A: Zoom will send a new door as needed: Zoom (631) - 542-5270

Q: 10. Is the Zoom SSH-6 completely compatible to the F1, i.e. can you use and adjust the mid-stereo record function, and if so: how do you operate it?

A: Yes. This mic is completely compatible with the Zoom F1. Plug and play.