Sennheiser MK 4 digital Review
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Our editorial take on the Sennheiser MK 4 digital
The Sennheiser MK 4 digital presents itself as a large-diaphragm condenser microphone designed for direct digital recording. Its integration of Apogee's PureDigital converter allows for 24-bit/96 kHz capture directly to computers and iOS devices, which simplifies the signal chain for many users. The microphone features a solid-state circuit, a 24-carat gold-plated diaphragm, and a metal housing, suggesting a focus on build quality.
With a cardioid polar pattern, a frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz, and high SPL handling up to 140 dB, this microphone is positioned for vocal recording tasks, including podcasting, voice-overs, and singing. Its 10 dB (A-Weighted) self-noise figure is competitive within its class, contributing to cleaner recordings.
While offering digital connectivity, the MK 4 digital retains an XLR 3-Pin output and requires 48V phantom power, indicating its dual nature or an older design for the 'digital' moniker. Potential users should consider the implications of its specific digital integration.
- Direct digital recording to computers and iOS devices at 24-bit/96 kHz
- High maximum SPL of 140 dB allows for recording loud sources
- Low self-noise (10 dB A-weighted) for clear recordings
- Durable metal housing and gold-plated diaphragm
- Retains XLR 3-Pin connector and 48V phantom power requirement despite 'digital' designation
- Lack of included shockmount, only a compact stand mount
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If your work involves a lot of interviews indoors in noisy situations, this mic should be on your shopping list. It will let you go wireless in situations where you normally would have to go wired.
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The 3D audio tech is impressive, but does it justify a $2,500 purchase?.
A clear win for the Pentax K-3 here — even if it wasn’t shooting any faster than the K-5, it was giving me more useful results. That’s enough for me to add this to the list of things swaying me towards a K-3 purchase.
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Specs
- Weight Grams
- 485 g
- Dimensions Mm
- ø: 5.7 x L: 16 cm
- Included Accessories
- compact stand mount and drawstring pouch
- Pad
- No
- Color
- Silver
- Circuitry
- Solid-State
- Diaphragm
- 1" / 25.4 mm
- Orientation
- Side Address
- Sound Field
- Mono
- Element Type
- Condenser
- Dynamic Range
- 130 dB
- Max Spl
- 140 dB
- Mic Type
- Large Diaphragm Condenser
- Self Noise
- 10 dB (A-Weighted)
- Sensitivity
- 25 mV/Pa
- Polar Pattern
- Cardioid
- Frequency Response
- 20 Hz to 20 kHz
- Launch Price Usd
- 429.00
- Powering
- 48 V Phantom Power
- Connector
- XLR 3-Pin Male
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