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“Sennheiser has been a market leader in wireless connectivity for decades, offering ease of use”
An even more compact high-end XLR is the MKH 416, which measures 19x250mm. This matte-black supercardioid/lobar mic is designed for working outdoors on location and highly resistant to moisture thanks to its RF condenser design. It comes with a windscreen and can be combined with optional windjammer accessories. Of course, it has the typical high directivity and low self-noise typical of the best Sennheiser microphones. Turn on the wireless Sennheiser has been a market leader in wireless connectivity for decades, offering ease of use, best-in-class technology and great build quality. Crucially, certain kits have all the technology and adjustments for the highest-end sound engineer, while others are built for supreme usability. That is certainly the case with the XSW-D ENG set, which offers professional-level audio quality in a minimalist set-up. This offers easy plug-and-play kit use that’s a cinch to get going. The heart of the system is the cylindrical wireless and transmitter packs, which are far smaller than many conventional wireless systems. You plug your mic into the stereo input jack on the transmitter, and the receiver comes with a clip-on hotshoe mount that sits on top of your camera and plugs into the mic socket with the included coiled lead. Turn both the packs on with the single button and they automatically link up together. You are ready to shoot. The lav mic is crisp and clear and the range is 75m/250ft in ideal conditions. It’s an ideal way to get professional wireless as easily as possible, with no fuss.
XLR-ation of technology At the higher end of production, XLR-fit shotgun mics are often seen as the gold standard – and Sennheiser has options that work in even the most demanding filmic challenges. Such as the compact, supercardioid/lobar MKE 600 shotgun mic, which has achieved legendary status. This popular, highly directional mic focuses on where it’s pointing, effectively reducing noise from the sides and the rear to keep the attention on the subject. Wind noise is combatted by a switchable low-cut filter and foam windshield that comes with the mic. A blimp is available separately. As many smaller cameras don’t provide phantom power, the MKE 600 can also be AA battery powered, with a useful ‘Low Batt’ warning. It has a rugged all-metal housing, and comes bundled with a shock mount and adapter cable for cameras with a standard 3.5mm TRS jack connection. With an approximate operating time of 150 hours, the MKE 600’s weight is a seriously portable 128g without battery, while it measures 20x256mm.
MOUNT UP From super-compact on-camera mics to pro- style XLR units ideal for booming, Sennheiser’s selection of top-quality audio solutions cover your every need
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