Sennheiser E 845 dynamic vocal microphone

Features

The Sennheiser e 845 is a professional dynamic vocal microphone specifically developed for live performances, presentations, and voice reinforcement. Thanks to its supercardioid polar pattern, the microphone delivers clear and powerful voice reproduction with excellent feedback suppression. The robust metal housing, internal shock absorption, and hum compensation coil make the e 845 suitable for intensive stage use.

Key features

• Dynamic supercardioid vocal microphone
• Clear and powerful voice reproduction
• Excellent feedback suppression
• High maximum sound pressure
• Consistent sound, even off-axis
• Integrated shock absorption against handling noise
• Hum compensation coil against electromagnetic interference
• All-metal housing
• 3-pin XLR connector
• Suitable for singing and speech

Operation

The Sennheiser e 845 uses a dynamic microphone element with a supercardioid pickup pattern. This ensures accurate capture of sound from the front, while ambient and stage noise from the sides and rear are significantly reduced.

The increased presence in the high frequency range ensures that vocals cut clearly through a busy mix. Thanks to the stable off-axis response, the sound remains consistent when the user moves during the performance. The internal shock absorption reduces contact noise, while the integrated hum compensation coil limits electromagnetic interference.

Application

The Sennheiser e 845 is suitable for:

• Live vocals
• Backing vocals
• Presentations
• Conferences
• Stage productions
• Churches and houses of worship
• Theater
• Rehearsal rooms
• Rental applications
• Speech amplification systems

Key features

Supercardioid aiming characteristic

The narrow recording angle ensures good separation between the voice and ambient noise. This allows for more amplification before feedback occurs, and the voice remains clearly audible even on noisy stages.

Clear vocal reproduction

The frequency range of 40 Hz to 16 kHz is tuned for singing and speech. The increased presence in the higher frequency range contributes to an open and clear sound.

Robust construction

The all-metal housing is designed for intensive stage use. The internal suspension of the capsule reduces handling noise and protects the microphone element from shocks and vibrations.

High feedback resistance

Thanks to the supercardioid directional characteristic and consistent off-axis response, the risk of feedback remains limited, even at higher stage volumes.

Hum-free signal transmission

The built-in hum compensation coil reduces interference from electromagnetic fields, for example from lighting installations and power supplies.

Limits

• Less sensitive to very subtle details than a condenser microphone.
• This version does not have a built-in on/off switch; the e 845-S is available for that purpose.
• Requires an XLR microphone input with a suitable microphone preamplifier.
• Not specifically developed for instrument recordings requiring a completely flat frequency response.
• No USB or wireless connection.