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SENNHEISER Professional Shotgun Microphone with XLR-3 to 3.5mm Connector for Video Camera/Camcorder, Black (505453)

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Style: MKE 600


Features

  • Ideal video camera/camcorder microphone: Able to handle the most demanding filmic challenges
  • High directivity: Picks up sounds coming from the direction in which the camera is pointing and effectively attenuates noise coming from the sides and rear
  • Switchable "Low Cut" filter: Minimizes wind noise
  • Phantom or battery powering: Because some video cameras/ camcorders do not provide phantom power
  • Supplied with foam windshield and shock mount

Description

The MKE 600 is the ideal video camera/camcorder microphone able to handle even demanding filmic challenges. Due to its high directivity, the MKE 600 picks up sounds coming from the direction in which the camera is pointing and effectively attenuates noise coming from the sides and rear. The switchable “Low Cut” filter additionally minimizes wind noise. Because some video cameras/camcorders do not provide phantom power, the MKE 600 can also be battery powered. A battery on/off switch prevents the battery from discharging prematurely; “Low Batt” is displayed.

Recommended Uses For Product: Singing,Sound Recording


Brand: Sennheiser


Model Name: MKE600


Connectivity Technology: Wired


Connector Type: 3.5 mm Jack


Special Feature: MZS 600 shock mount for camera light-shoe, MZW 600 foam windshield, MKE 600 gun microphone, Item Includes, Instruction manual See more


Compatible Devices: Canon 7D, Canon 5D III, Canon 6D, Canon 60D, Canon 5D II


Color: Black


Included Components: 1


Polar Pattern: Super Cardioid


Audio Sensitivity: 132 dB


Item Weight: 200 Grams


Microphone Form Factor: Shotgun


Item dimensions L x W x H: 10.08 x 0.79 x 4.02 inches


Power Source: Battery Powered


Number of Batteries: 1 AA batteries required.


Material: Aluminum


Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 75 dB


Hardware Platform: Camcorder


Number of Channels: 1


Frequency Response: 20 KHz


Noise Level: 132 dB


Global Trade Identification Number: 71


Manufacturer: Sennheiser


UPC: 615104223493 632709979327


Item Weight: 7.1 ounces


Product Dimensions: 10.08 x 0.79 x 4.02 inches


Country of Origin: Germany


Item model number: 505453


Batteries: 1 AA batteries required.


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: January 14, 2013


Color Name: Black


Material Type: Aluminum


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    • Very good shotgun mic! Hear how it sounds in my video review.
Style: MKE 600
I liked this shot gun mic! It is very solid and feels professional indeed (an entry level, but very, very respectable). I actually was interested in a less expensive shotgun mic at first, but ended up getting Sennheiser MKE 600 and Sony PCM M10 portable recorder. I was able to compare Sennheiser with several other microphones side by side when keeping the gain constant, and I used 2 different recording devices - Sony recorder and Nikon digital camera. Please check my video review on YouTube to listen to Sennheiser MKE 600 mic in comparison with some other mics (Please search for "Microphones compared: Sennheiser MKE 600, Bronstein BRN-900, BRN-400, Sony PCM M10, Nikon D7000" on YouTube or follow the link in the comment below for this review). This test was designed to compare the ability of the microphones to record a distant (or quiet) misic. I intentionally placed the mics fairly far amd compensated by increasing the gain on the Sony recorder, so the noise level relative to signal is higher compared to when speaking directly to mics. Of these microphones, I liked PCM M10 onboard omnidirectional stereo mics for the high sensitivity, very low self noise and fuller, crisper sound (but it records every ambient noise), and I also liked the MKE 600 shotgun that can help isolate the sound that is natural, loud enough and has a relatively low background hiss. I used this Sennheiser mic with both 48V phantom power from a Mackie mixer and 2 AA batteries (required an XLR to 3.5mm adaptor). The performance was comparable (it is supposed to be slightly better with phantom power, according to the specs). It is a real boon to use AA batteries for such a mic, as I can use it with my Sony recorder or plug directly into digital camera. In addition, the mic comes with a nice pouch. Good job Sennheiser! The microphones I was comparing are not in the same price price category, of course, so it may be not a fair comparison. But I was wondering if cheaper mics will do just fine for my purpose or I need a more expensive one. I initially purchased a relatively cheap mic (BRN-200), but ended up returning it, and then I got a Sony personal recorder and also tried more expensive shotgun mics to supress back/side noises and pickup more distant, fainter sounds from the target source. At the time of each purchase (January-March 2014), Sennheiser was sold at Amazon for $330, Sony PCM M10 for $210, BRN-400 for $130, BRN-900 for $70 and BRN-200 for $50. The price for BRN-400 recently dropped nearly 25%, and the price for Sony increased. Although the more expensive microphones (Sennheiser and Sony) performed much better recording low volume sounds, if you would place any of these, even cheaper mics very close to the source and also optimze the gain on the recording device, the quality of captured sound will likely improve. I personally liked PCM M10 onboard omnidirectional stereo mics for the high sensitivity, very low self noise and fuller, crisper sound, and, of course, I also enjoed the MKE 600 shotgun mic. I think the low frequencies, especially for voice recording, appear to be more faithfully rerpoduced by Sennheiser, compared to Sony recorder, so the voice from MKE 600 sounds a little fuller. But the sound is a little crisper when recorded with Sony recorder without a shotgun mic. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2014 by Leonidych
    • Sennheiser Mic is a sleeper!
Style: MKE 200
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Sound quality is stellar! Wind protection is outstanding! Highly recommended. For outdoor baseball games, I don't think there's a better mic under $100.
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2025 by MB Hanna MB Hanna
    • Great Microphone for the Price!
Style: MKE 600
Using this mic primarily with a Sony a6400. Wanted to upgrade my sound and I use my camera in a variety of settings from video shoots, to live streaming, to online lessons. I wanted to really get better audio especially while speaking and for the price this really delivers. Not a fan of the included shockmount and ended purchasing a cheap $10 mount from amazon for using with mic stands (i am a musician have a ton of these around the house). The capability of running off of phantom or battery power is real handy along with the xlr output. While a bit cumbersome to use with my a6400 (because i need to use a cable adapter) this a small trade off for the quality of audio this thing puts out. Plus my eventual goal is to upgrade to a camcorder with professional xlr inputs and also will eventually add an external audio recorder to my setup. The xlr output of the MKE600 ensures that this mic will be in rotation for many years as my rig changes. I mostly use this mic indoors, in a nontreated room that is quite reverberant (which is not ideal) but the audio is always high quality and useable. Outdoors just as great (can't wait to get a blimp for this mic!). Great when mounted overhead and captures dialogue nicely, i find it to be quite forgiving for such a directional mic. If you are looking at other mics in this price range I would highly recommend this one! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2020 by aalonso108
    • Decent for a Desktop Mic
Style: MKE 200
I wanted a small, inexpensive mic to sit on my desktop and didn't need batteries. This mic is good with the small Manfrotto tripod - it has a small footprint. Sound quality is good, but it does pick up a lot of room noise. If you're plugging into a mixer you will need a TRS transforming adapter to convert the 48v phantom power from your mixer to plug-in power required (2-10v). ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2025 by Kyle
    • Great Microphone!
Style: MKE 600 + Mount & XLR Cable
This may be no 416, but for the Indy filmmaker or newer content creator, this thing is absolutely perfect! The sound quality of this thing is amazing and has definitely upped the game for me! so far I’ve used it at a few comedy shows and also a comedy sketch where all the audio was recorded on this thing and let me tell you it sounds amazing! The same will give you clean and crisp audio all day, whether you’re using the XLR port or the XLR to quarter inch adapter this thing is going to give you the clean sound you’re looking for! I would go as far as saying you could use this for podcast as well! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2024 by Kevin Malcolm

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