The Sennheiser e 965 is the perfect condenser microphone for vocalists and musicians that demand recording studio sound when they hit the stage. Favored by singers and engineers alike, this handheld mic seamlessly transitions between recording and live performances, delivering consistent results regardless of the venue. Let's explore the features that make the Sennheiser e 965 such a popular option.
A Dual-Diaphragm Condenser
The heart of the e 965 is its dual-diaphragm condenser capsule. A favorite of studio engineers and musicians, this condenser style can capture the most delicate sound details. Their thin diaphragms react to tiny changes in air pressure, picking up a performance's full richness and character.
The e 965 brings the dual-diaphragm performance to the stage. Enclosed in a convenient, handheld housing, the capsule of the e 965 enhances live performances with all the inflections and nuance one would expect from a great recording. With an extremely wide frequency response — 40Hz to 20kHz — whether reproducing a belting vocalist or an acoustic guitar's subtleties, it captures the entire performance while remaining balanced.
- Large Diaphragm Condenser Capsule
- Wide 40Hz to 20kHz frequency range
- Fast and accurate response
Switchable Polar Patterns: Cardioid and Supercardioid
One of the e 965's key strengths is its versatility. Its dual switchable polar patterns help it adapt to your performance environment. With the flip of the switch, you'll tailor the mic's response to ensure optimal performance in any situation.
Cardioid
We recommend the cardioid setting for quieter environments, such as intimate acoustic performances or solo vocal presentations. It captures a wider area in front of the microphone, delivering a more natural and open sound while rejecting off-axis noise.
Supercardioid
The supercardioid pattern excels in louder environments where bleed from other instruments can be problematic. It narrowly focuses sensitivity directly in front of the microphone, effectively rejecting most off-axis sounds, minimizing feedback, and ensuring a clean and isolated signal.
- Supercardioid offers increased off-axis noise rejection
- Cardioid has a broader pickup range for a more natural sound while still rejecting off-axis noise
Durable Construction You Can Rely On
Stage microphones often endure demanding conditions that can damage many condensers. Recognizing that, we wanted the e 965's durability and reliability to separate it from other professional condensers. We started with a metal housing that protects the mic from the bumps and bruises of the road and against moisture and humidity.
We also gave the e 965 an integrated shock mount. Effectively decoupling its capsule from mechanical vibrations, this internal shock absorption system minimizes handling noise, protecting the dual diaphragm and ensuring nothing interferes with the clarity of the performance.
- Reliable metal construction engineered for the demands of live use and travel
- Increased protection against moisture and humidity
- Integrated shock mount minimizes handling noise and vibrations
Additional Key Features of the e 965
Low-cut switch:
Attenuates low-frequency rumble and wind noise, ensuring clear and articulate sound reproduction.
Switchable Pre-attenuation -10 dB Pad:
The switchable -10dB pad is a lifesaver for powerful vocalists and loud sound sources. It keeps your sound clean and clear by preventing distorted or overloaded mic preamps.
10-year Warranty:
Sennheiser is highly confident in the quality of our products. We're committed to making them as reliable as they are remarkable. This is reflected in the e 965's expansive 10-year warranty.
The Sennheiser e 965: A Studio Mic Built for the Stage
The e 965 is a handheld condenser-meets-stage microphone. Though known as a live-performance vocal mic, its sonic versatility and road-ready durability makes the e 965 perfect for a wide range of applications. Let's look at a few.”
Live vocals:
Many "live mics" hype frequencies to get the vocals to cut through a mix. Not the e 965. Its clarity, presence, and warmth perfectly showcase a live vocal in full-frequency detail.
Studio recording:
The e 965 is still a dual-diaphragm studio condenser at heart. Its low noise and accurate sound reproduction are great for recording vocals, acoustic instruments, and other sound sources. It's especially popular for tracking a vocal and acoustic guitar simultaneously.
Acoustic instruments:
Many attributes that make the e 965 a go-to for vocals translate perfectly to acoustic instruments. The mic's detail, warm low end, fast response, and musical highs are perfect on acoustic guitars, stringed instruments, and woodwinds.
The Sennheiser e 965
The Sennheiser e 965 is a beautiful balance of sound quality, versatility, and long-term reliability. Its combination of studio-quality performance and road-worthy durability continue to make it a favorite tool of vocalists, musicians, and sound engineers worldwide. Whether you're a performer wanting a polished live sound or a recording engineer demanding premium performance and versatility, the e 965 is the perfect microphone for you.
