Sennheiser
ABOVE The MKE 200 offers a superb on-camera sound experience BELOW The MKE 440 stereo microphone delivers picture-perfect stereo sound
LEFT With its distinct supercardioid/ lobar pick-up pattern, Sennheiser’s MKE 600 ensures outstanding performance
with clarity while still retaining a pleasant level of ambient sound for atmosphere and a real sense of location. With two matched shotgun microphones in a V-shaped configuration, it acoustically covers a stereo width equivalent to a 35mm camera lens, so you can quite literally hear what you see without distractions from off-axis sounds. All in all, it gives a pleasingly natural viewing and listening experience. The MKE 440 does feature a few advanced perks. Namely, it offers a homogeneous stereo image of the entire field with particularly high speech intelligibility in the focal point of the image frame. It also offers remarkable dynamic range, letting you capture everything from quiet whispers to loud rock music. BOTH BARRELS When shooting wider shots or using longer focal lengths, you often need the creative freedom to place the camera further away from the subject. Thankfully, this is where Sennheiser’s MKE 600 shotgun microphone excels. Its distinct supercardioid/ lobar pick-up pattern ensures outstanding performance, even in demanding filming situations, and
maximum possible attenuation of unwanted noise elements from all sides. Even in less-than-favourable environments, the MKE 600 records with pin-point accuracy and assures fantastic results. It’s not only high-quality, it’s highly versatile and ready for virtually any professional challenge. A foam windshield is included to minimise wind noise, which, when combined with the mic’s switchable low-pass filter, makes weather concerns a thing of the past. An additional hairy cover is also available for the worst of conditions. The switchable low-pass filter also works to lessen structure-borne noise, as does the included shock mount, which fits conveniently into the camera’s shoe. For even greater user focus, the mic can be powered by battery or phantom power from the camera body. FREEDOM TO ROAM Going wireless means never missing the moment, and what better option than the Sennheiser XSW-D Portable Lavalier Set? The capable lav mic set is sure to be of particular interest to videographers seeking to effortlessly capture dialogue. Compatible with any DSLR or DSLM, the XSW-D system defines
the term ‘plug and play’. The receiver connects to your camera with a 3.5mm cable and links wirelessly to the included transmitter and ME 2-II lavalier mic. If you’re looking to enhance your interview workflow with clean and consistent audio, this set lets you do so without the burden of a complex set-up. It’s literally as simple as pressing one button. In addition to on-person use, the tiny mic can be hidden in a scene, remaining close to the action while you shoot from anywhere within a 75m range. Take it anywhere in the world licence-free thanks to its 2.4GHz frequency operation. Everything you need is included in the kit: an ME 2-II clip-on microphone, an XSW-D transmitter, an XSW-D receiver for the camera, a coldshoe mount, a 3.5mm coiled cable, a belt clip and a USB-A to USB-C charging cable.
ABOVE Get up and go anywhere, anytime, with the wireless freedom of the XSW-D Portable Lavalier Set
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