The Sennheiser E 914 Condenser Cardioid Instrument Microphone is a high - grade professional microphone designed for demanding applications in both studio recording and live sound reinforcement. It offers exceptional sound quality with a wide, linear frequency response from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, making it ideal for capturing piano, drum cymbals, guitar, strings, and stereo ambiance. The microphone 's cardioid polar pattern ensures excellent rejection of off - axis noise, while its high SPL handling capability and switchable low - frequency roll - off filters provide flexibility and precision in various acoustic environments.

Features

• Ultrawide Frequency Response: The e 914 features a 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response that results in accurate, transparent signal across the full frequency range.
• High SPL Handling: The microphone capsule can handle sound pressure levels up to 157 dB without noise and distortion.
• 3-Position Pad Switch: Provides -10 dB and -20 dB attenuation for added headroom when capturing excessively loud signals.
• 3-Position Low-Frequency Roll-off: Switchable low-frequency roll-off filter eliminates noise below 85 Hz and 130 Hz.
• Cardioid Polar Pattern: Ensures excellent rejection of off-axis noise while accurately reproducing the signal at the direct sections of the capsule.
• Solid-State Circuitry: Ensures reliable performance and durability in various recording and live sound applications.
• Phantom Power Operation: Operates on 48 V phantom power for consistent and reliable performance.

Specifications

• Form Factor: Stand/Boom Mount
• Element Type: Condenser
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Range: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
• Maximum SPL: 137 dB SPL (Open Circuit), 147 dB SPL (with Pad), 157 dB SPL (with Pad)
• Analog Output: 1x XLR 3-Pin (on Mic)
• Power Sources: Phantom Power
• Impedance: 100 Ohms
• Load Impedance: 1 Kilohms
• Sensitivity: 7 mV/Pa, 2.3 mV/Pa, 0.7 mV/Pa
• Equivalent Noise Level: 19 dB A-Weighted
• High-Pass Filter: 85 Hz, 18 dB/Octave, 130 Hz, 6 dB/Octave
• Pad: -10 dB, -20 dB
• Operating Voltage: 48 V
• Color: Black
• Construction Material: Metal
• Dimensions: ø: 0.94 x L: 6.18" / ø: 24 x L: 157 mm
• Weight: 0.44 lb / 198 g