The Sennheiser e 906 is a supercardioid instrument microphone primarily designed for close capturing of guitar cabinets. The e 906 features a dynamic element with a supercardioid polar pattern that provides optimum rejection of off-axis signal and residual noise. The e 906 provides high headroom and low distortion when capturing signals at excessive sound pressure levels. The element responds to very fast attacks with extreme accuracy, without distortion. With its frequency response of 40 Hz to 18 kHz, the e 906 is an excellent choice for guitar cabinets, as well as percussion and brass instruments.

Dynamic Microphone    Supercardioid Polar Pattern    Designed for Miking Guitar Cabinets    Suitable for Brass & Percussion    Handles High SPL    Frequency Response of 40 Hz to 18 kHz    Responds to Quick Transients

The e 906's frequency and sensitivity response is optimized for accurate reproduction of guitar cabinets, brass and percussion.

The e 906 is capable of withstanding high sound pressure levels and fast attacks are reproduced accurately without distortion.

The supercardioid polar pattern is effective in minimizing off-axis audio and residual noise that may cause feedback.

The built-in hum compensation coil suppresses hum and low-frequency noise.

The rugged, durable construction is capable of handling life on the road or in studio.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is the mke 400 compatible with iPhone 13 Pro?

A: Yes, the MKE 400 Microphone is compatible with the iPhone 13 Pro. You will need to use a Lighting to 3.5mm adapter and use the TRS to TRRS cable that comes included with the mic.

Q: 2. Is there a way to replace the cold shoe mount on the mic? Mines broke off and I don't want to pay $165 for sennheiser to fix it.

A: There is no way to easily replace a broken cold shoe mount on the Sennheiser MKE 400 Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone (2nd Generation). Spare parts aren't available for this piece of the microphone.

Q: 3. Does the boom pole come with a carrying bag?

A: No

Q: 4. can it be connected directly to the Canon 5D Mark IV?

A: No. The 416 requires 48volt phantom power. The camera wil not provide that without something like this: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1404917-REG/beachtek_dxa_micro_pro_dslr_camcorder_audio_adapter.html

Q: 5. What equipment do I need to have this Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 microphone wirelessly in the camera?

A: You will this mic system link below : The plug on transmitter gets attached to the 416 and the receiver connects to the camera wireless. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1385591-REG/sennheiser_ew_100_eng_g4_a1_ew_100_eng_g4.html?sts=pi&pim=Y

Q: 6. Has anyone used it with Sony FS7 on camera? How does it work?

A: works awesome

Q: 7. Is this compatible with Canon 90d?

A: Yes the Sennheiser MKE-400 microphone is directly compatible with the Canon EOS 90D camera.

Q: 8. Is the smartphone mount arca compatible?

A: Yes, the Sennheiser MKE 400 Mobile Kit Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone with Smartphone Recording Bundle is Arca compatible. It also features 1/4-20 & 3/8” mounting points for flexible tripod or stand mounting via threaded connections.

Q: 9. Can the MKH416 be used with Xvive U3C for providing phantom power?

A: Yes, the Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone, can be used with the Xvive Audio U3C Set Wireless Plug-On System for Condenser Microphones (2.4 GHz). The Xvive system can provide phantom power to the microphone.

Q: 10. How well does this microphone pick up soft distance sounds. Also how well does it reject sounds that are not in front of it?

A: The Sennheiser MKE 400 Shotgun Microphone will pickup audio from sources that are in front of the mic from up to approximately 3 to 4 feet away. As far as how well the mic will pick up soft sounds from a distance, it would really depend on the environment where the mic is used and the actual volume of the sounds and background sounds. The mic will do a good job of rejecting sound from the back and sides, as long as they are not considerably louder than the sounds that are directly in front of the mic.