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Sennheiser MK4 Cardioid Condenser Microphone

podcasting, dialog or voiceovers or any other vocal intensive use.

While the MK 4 does not come with a shock mount, it does come with a customized mic clip and pouch to store the MK 4 when it’s not in use. Sennheiser does offer an optional shock mount for the MK 4, called the MKS 4, which would be a good investment if you are rehearsing, recording, or performing musicians. Its simple, no-frills design offers professionalgrade sound at a competitive price point. While the MK 4 may not have some of the features of other microphones in this price category, such as roll off or switchable patterns, that is in my opinion more than made up for with the MK 4’s premium build, high-quality components and overall versatility. planning to use your MK 4 primarily for the studio. The MK 4 is not water- or moistureproof, so you will want to take some care to properly store the microphone when not in use. The shipping box is sturdy and can also be used as a storage case.

The Sennheiser MK 4 cardioid condenser microphone delivers great results on a wide range of instruments and applications. In my opinion, the Sennheiser MK 4 compares favorably to microphones costing considerably more money and sounds as good or better than any competing microphone in its price category.

Bottom line, if you are looking to invest in a professional quality microphone without breaking the bank, the Sennheiser MK 4 is worth a serious look.

Equally at home in the studio or on stage, the MK 4 is a perfect go-to microphone for

The Sennheiser MK 4 is available for MAP $349. The MKS 4 shock mount is available for MAP $99. Sweetwater is currently offering an MK 4 Set with both the MK 4 and MKS 4 for MAP $399. If you’re looking to step up to the next level, Sennheiser also offers the MK 8, a premium-grade microphone based upon the same design as the MK 4 but offers three-step input attenuation, multiple patterns, a threeposition switchable low-cut roll-off filter, and a three-position input pad switch for MAP $749. For more information, check out: en-us. sennheiser.com/condenser-microphone-studiorecordings-professional-mk-4

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