Sennheiser MK 4
Overview
The Sennheiser MK 4 is a large-diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone engineered for studio recording, offering Sennheiser's renowned audio quality in a streamlined, no-fuss design aimed at project studios and home recording setups. It features a one-inch true condenser capsule with a 24-carat gold-sputtered diaphragm that produces a detailed, transparent sound with a natural high-frequency presence rise that brings clarity and definition to vocal recordings without sounding hyped or fatiguing. The all-metal body is precision-machined with an integrated capsule housing that minimizes internal resonances and handling noise, and the satin nickel finish gives it a sleek, professional appearance. The MK 4 handles SPL levels up to 140 dB, making it capable of recording loud sources like guitar amplifiers and percussion without engaging a pad. Self-noise is a low 10 dB SPL, providing a clean signal path that captures quiet, nuanced performances with full detail. The cardioid polar pattern offers effective off-axis rejection, helping to isolate the intended source in rooms with less-than-perfect acoustics. The microphone ships with a stand adapter and a padded carrying pouch. This is a strong choice for vocalists, singer-songwriters, and home studio owners who want genuine Sennheiser quality without the complexity of multi-pattern microphones. The absence of a pad switch and high-pass filter on the microphone body means these adjustments must be handled at the preamp or DAW level.
Microphones
Large-diaphragm condenser with gold-sputtered capsule and 140 dB SPL handling, offering Sennheiser studio quality in a streamlined no-fuss design.
Instrument Details
$349
Intermediate
Brand
Sennheiser
Type
Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
Made In
Germany
Year
2014
