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Sennheiser MK 4 Facts: 121 Specifications & 47 Highlights

Real users on Soundfindr looked at 121 specs & features of the Sennheiser MK 4 microphone — and general information, dimensions & weight, audio performance & connectivity & interfaces topped the charts.

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General Information

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Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

Sennheiser MK 4 is a professional cardioid condenser microphone for project, home-recording, and professional studios. Its 1-inch capsule produces powerful, warm sound. An ideal microphone for vocals and acoustic instruments!

Specifications & Facts 121

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General Information 17

Sennheiser MK 4 Product Type

What is the product type?

77 Sennheiser MK 4 0 Votes Condenser

39 Microphones in this range Condenser

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

This is a type of microphone known for its high sensitivity and wide frequency response, making it ideal for studio recordings, podcasts, and live broadcasts.

Defines the basic category of the microphone.

Sennheiser MK 4 Model Name

What is the model name?

53 Sennheiser MK 4 0 Votes MK 4

35 Microphones in this range Super 55 Deluxe

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

A highly regarded model by Sennheiser, the MK 4 is designed for both professional and intermediate users who require studio-grade sound quality.

The specific product identifier from the manufacturer.

Sennheiser MK 4 Year of Release

What year was it released?

55 Sennheiser MK 4 0 Votes 2011

33 Microphones in this range 2023

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

The MK 4 was introduced in 2011 as a high-quality microphone in Sennheiser's portfolio, featuring an affordable price point for professional-level audio recording.

Indicates when the microphone was launched.

Sennheiser MK 4 Country of Origin

What is the country of origin?

87 Sennheiser MK 4 0 Votes Germany

37 Microphones in this range China

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

Sennheiser is a well-known German audio company with a reputation for producing high-end audio equipment.

Manufacturing or design origin.

Sennheiser MK 4 Intended Use

What is the intended use?

78 Sennheiser MK 4 0 Votes Studio, Live, Podcast, Broadcast, Instrument, Streaming

39 Microphones in this range Studio, Live, Podcast, Broadcast, Instrument, Streaming

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

Designed for a wide range of applications, including studio recordings, live performances, podcasts, instrument recording, and streaming.

Describes the primary application area.

Sennheiser MK 4 Compatibility

Which devices or platforms are compatible?

55 Sennheiser MK 4 0 Votes PC, Mac, Mixer, Camera

34 Microphones in this range Mixer, Audio Interface, PA System

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

The MK 4 can connect to various devices such as computers, mixers, and cameras, making it versatile for various professional setups.

Lists supported platforms and devices.

Dimensions & Weight 9

Sennheiser MK 4 Width

What is the width?

2.24 inch 0Votes
Sennheiser MK 4
2.83 inch (Average)

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

2.24 inches (5.7 cm) in width, typical for a desktop microphone designed for clear audio capture.

The microphone’s overall width.

Sennheiser MK 4 Depth

What is the depth?

2.24 inch 0Votes
Sennheiser MK 4
3.38 inch (Average)

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

2.24 inches (5.7 cm) in depth, a compact dimension ideal for desktop use, allowing the microphone to fit comfortably on most stands or in a recording setup.

The microphone’s overall depth.

Sennheiser MK 4 Height

What is the height?

6.3 inch 0Votes
Sennheiser MK 4
7.43 inch (Average)

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

6.3 inches (16 cm) tall, similar to the height of a typical portable microphone, offering optimal height for capturing sound without obstruction.

The microphone’s overall height.

Sennheiser MK 4 Package Width

What is the package width?

4.72 inch 0Votes
Sennheiser MK 4
7.98 inch (Average)

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

4.72 inches (12 cm) wide, providing enough room for packaging the microphone and its included accessories without excessive bulk.

The shipping package’s width.

Sennheiser MK 4 Package Depth

What is the package depth?

10.24 inch 0Votes
Sennheiser MK 4
6.94 inch (Average)

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

10.24 inches (26 cm) in depth, ensuring the microphone and accessories are securely packaged.

The shipping package’s depth.

Sennheiser MK 4 Package Height

What is the package height?

3.15 inch 0Votes
Sennheiser MK 4
6.18 inch (Average)

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

3.15 inches (8 cm) in height, a compact and easy-to-store package that fits into standard shipping and retail shelving.

The shipping package’s height.

Audio Performance 16

Sennheiser MK 4 Sensitivity

What is the sensitivity?

-32.04 dBV/Pa 0Votes
Sennheiser MK 4
-39.58 dBV/Pa (Average)

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

This sensitivity rating of -32.04 dBV/Pa is typical for condenser mics, indicating a high level of detail in capturing sound, suitable for studio recordings and podcasts.

Output level relative to sound pressure.

Sennheiser MK 4 Dynamic Range

What is the dynamic range?

130 dB 0Votes
Sennheiser MK 4
124.47 dB (Average)

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

The 130 dB dynamic range ensures the MK 4 can capture both quiet and loud sounds with excellent clarity, from subtle vocals to loud instruments.

The range between quietest and loudest sounds captured.

Sennheiser MK 4 Max SPL

What is the maximum SPL?

140 dB 0Votes
Sennheiser MK 4
138.56 dB (Average)

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

This microphone can handle sound pressures up to 140 dB, making it suitable for loud instruments like drums, guitars, or high-volume live performances without distortion.

The maximum loudness before distortion.

Sennheiser MK 4 Equivalent Noise Level

What is the equivalent noise level?

10 dB 0Votes
Sennheiser MK 4
15.82 dB (Average)

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

A very low equivalent noise level of 10 dB, ensuring minimal background noise and a cleaner recording, even in quiet or acoustically treated environments.

The self-noise generated by the microphone.

Sennheiser MK 4 Directionality

What is the directionality?

37 Sennheiser MK 4 0 Votes Unidirectional

31 Microphones in this range Unidirectional

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

Cardioid pattern designed for focusing on sound from the front, reducing unwanted noise from the sides and back, perfect for voice recording or interviews.

General pickup orientation.

Sennheiser MK 4 Output Impedance

What is the output impedance?

50 ohm 0Votes
Sennheiser MK 4
487.61 ohm (Average)

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

The MK 4's output impedance of 50 ohms is typical for professional condenser microphones and ensures compatibility with most audio equipment.

Electrical resistance of the microphone’s output.

Connectivity & Interfaces 9

Sennheiser MK 4 Audio Output Options

What are the audio output options?

42 Sennheiser MK 4 0 Votes Analog, Balanced

32 Microphones in this range Analog, Balanced

Lists output signal formats available.

Sennheiser MK 4 Phantom Power Support

Does it support phantom power?

Yes 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the mic supports phantom power.

Sennheiser MK 4 Balanced/Unbalanced Output

What is the output type?

97 Sennheiser MK 4 0 Votes Balanced

40 Microphones in this range Balanced

Defines the type of electrical signal output.

Sennheiser MK 4 Dual Output Capability

Does it have dual output capability?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to provide two simultaneous outputs.

Sennheiser MK 4 XLR Pin Configuration

What is the XLR pin configuration?

27 Sennheiser MK 4 0 Votes Standard

31 Microphones in this range Standard

Specifies XLR wiring configuration.

Sennheiser MK 4 Ground Lift Switch

Does it have a ground lift switch?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Prevents ground loop hum in audio systems.

Power & Battery 7

Sennheiser MK 4 Power Source

What is the power source?

77 Sennheiser MK 4 0 Votes Phantom

36 Microphones in this range Phantom

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

Powered by 48V phantom power, commonly provided by mixing boards or audio interfaces, eliminating the need for a separate power source.

Defines how the microphone is powered.

Sennheiser MK 4 Phantom Power Requirement

What is the phantom power requirement?

48 Volt 0Votes
Sennheiser MK 4
45.74 Volt (Average)

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

Requires 48V phantom power to operate, the standard for condenser microphones.

Specifies the phantom power voltage needed.

Sennheiser MK 4 Power Consumption

What is the power consumption?

0.15 Watt 0Votes
Sennheiser MK 4
6.94 Watt (Average)

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

Very low power consumption at 0.15 watts, making it efficient and minimizing strain on your audio equipment.

Amount of power drawn during use.

Sennheiser MK 4 Auto Power-Off

Does it have auto power-off?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the microphone shuts down automatically when idle.

Sennheiser MK 4 Replaceable Battery Support

Does it support replaceable batteries?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if batteries can be swapped.

Sennheiser MK 4 Power Indicator Light

Does it have a power indicator light?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a light shows power/battery status.

Controls & Features 17

Sennheiser MK 4 Mute Function

Does it have a mute function?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to mute audio directly on the mic.

Sennheiser MK 4 Gain Control

Does it have gain control?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to adjust input gain directly.

Sennheiser MK 4 Headphone Monitoring

Does it support headphone monitoring?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Direct monitoring via headphone output.

Sennheiser MK 4 Monitoring Mix Control

Does it have monitoring mix control?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Lets user adjust mic vs playback audio mix.

Sennheiser MK 4 Touch/Motion Controls

Does it support touch/motion controls?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Allows interaction via touch gestures or motion.

Sennheiser MK 4 LED Indicator Lights

Does it have LED indicators?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Lights that show status such as mute, levels, or power.

Build & Design 16

Sennheiser MK 4 Body Material

What is the body material?

47 Sennheiser MK 4 0 Votes Metal

34 Microphones in this range Metal

The main structural material of the microphone body.

Sennheiser MK 4 Finish/Coating

What finish/coating does it have?

57 Sennheiser MK 4 0 Votes Rugged Metal

29 Microphones in this range Matte

Exterior treatment or surface finish.

Sennheiser MK 4 Shock Mount

Is a shock mount included?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a shock mount is included to reduce vibrations.

Sennheiser MK 4 Pop Filter

Is a pop filter included?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a pop filter is provided for plosive reduction.

Sennheiser MK 4 Windscreen

Is a windscreen included?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a windscreen is included for wind noise control.

Sennheiser MK 4 Water Resistance

Is it water resistant?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if the mic is resistant to water.

Package & Accessories 9

Sennheiser MK 4 Carrying Case

Is there a carrying case included?

Yes 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

Includes a carrying case, making it easy to transport and store the microphone while protecting it from damage.

Whether a protective carrying case is part of the package.

Sennheiser MK 4 Mounting Clip

Is a mounting clip included?

Yes 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

A mounting clip is included, allowing the microphone to be easily attached to stands or boom arms.

Whether a clip for attaching to stands/instruments is included.

Sennheiser MK 4 Stand/Tripod

Is a stand/tripod included?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a stand or tripod is included in the box.

Sennheiser MK 4 Cables

Are cables included?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if connecting cables are provided.

Sennheiser MK 4 Extra Windscreen

Is an extra windscreen included?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if a spare windscreen is included.

Sennheiser MK 4 Instruction Manual

Is an instruction manual included?

Yes 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a manual or quick-start guide is included.

Certification & Compliance 7

Sennheiser MK 4 Warranty

What is the warranty period?

2 years 0Votes
Sennheiser MK 4
2.8 years (Average)

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

Comes with a 2-year warranty, offering peace of mind for users against defects and performance issues.

Duration of manufacturer warranty coverage.

Sennheiser MK 4 Safety Compliance

Is it safety compliant?

Yes 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates adherence to safety regulations.

Sennheiser MK 4 Environmental Compliance

Is it environmentally compliant?

Yes 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Compliance with eco/environmental regulations.

Sennheiser MK 4 FCC/CE Approval

Is it FCC/CE approved?

Yes 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Explicit FCC/CE compliance approval.

Sennheiser MK 4 RoHS Compliance

Is it RoHS compliant?

Yes 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive compliance.

Sennheiser MK 4 Professional Broadcast Certification

Is it broadcast certified?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if the mic meets pro broadcast standards.

Advanced Features 14

Sennheiser MK 4 Multi-Pattern Switching

Does it support multi-pattern switching?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Sennheiser MK 4
Sennheiser MK 4

The MK 4 features a fixed cardioid pattern and does not offer the ability to switch between multiple polar patterns.

Ability to switch between multiple pickup patterns.

Sennheiser MK 4 DSP Processing

Does it include DSP processing?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Built-in digital signal processing for sound shaping.

Sennheiser MK 4 AI Noise Cancellation

Does it feature AI noise cancellation?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

AI-powered suppression of background noise.

Sennheiser MK 4 Beamforming Technology

Does it support beamforming?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Uses mic arrays to focus on sound sources.

Sennheiser MK 4 Voice Tracking

Does it include voice tracking?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Automatically follows speaker’s voice.

Sennheiser MK 4 Recording Profiles

Does it have recording profiles?

No 0Votes Sennheiser MK 4

Yes Microphones in this range

Predefined sound settings for specific uses.

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Sennheiser MK 4 Sound Quality

How would you rate the sound quality of this microphone?

Crisp and professional 0Votes
Good and clear 0Votes
Average clarity 0Votes
Distorted and unclear 0Votes

Sennheiser MK 4 Noise Handling

How well does this microphone handle background noise?

Blocks out most noise 0Votes
Handles noise fairly well 0Votes
Reduces some noise 0Votes
Picks up everything 0Votes

Sennheiser MK 4 Battery Life

How long does the battery last on this microphone?

Excellent — Over 20 hours 0Votes
Long lasting — 10 to 20 hours 0Votes
Decent — 5 to 10 hours 0Votes
Short — 2 to 5 hours 0Votes
Very short — Under 2 hours 0Votes

Sennheiser MK 4 Durability

How durable is this microphone based on build and lifespan?

Highly durable — Over 4 years 0Votes
Solid — 2 to 4 years 0Votes
Average — 1 to 2 years 0Votes
Very fragile — Less than 1 year 0Votes

Sennheiser MK 4 Weight

How heavy is this microphone?

Ultra-light — Under 150 grams 0Votes
Lightweight — 150 to 300 grams 0Votes
Medium — 300 to 500 grams 0Votes
Heavy — 500 to 800 grams 0Votes
Very heavy — Over 800 grams 0Votes

Sennheiser MK 4 Design Appeal

How attractive is the design of this microphone?

Plain and boring 0Votes
Somewhat okay 0Votes
Nice looking 0Votes
Stylish and modern 0Votes

Sennheiser MK 4 Pricing

How do you feel about the price of this microphone?

Great value for money 0Votes
Pretty good price 0Votes
Fair deal 0Votes
Kinda pricey 0Votes
Crazy expensive 0Votes

Sennheiser MK 4 Sensitivity

How sensitive is this microphone to capturing sound?

Very sensitive — Detects quiet sounds clearly 0Votes
Sensitive — Captures a wide sound range 0Votes
Moderate — Picks up normal voice levels well 0Votes
Low — Needs to be close to sound source 0Votes
Very low — Struggles to capture soft voices 0Votes

Sennheiser MK 4 Frequency Response Range

What do you think about the frequency response range of this microphone?

Wide range — 20 Hz to 20 kHz 0Votes
Good range — 30 Hz to 18 kHz 0Votes
Decent range — 40 Hz to 16 kHz 0Votes
Limited range — 50 Hz to 14 kHz 0Votes
Narrow range — Above 60 Hz only 0Votes

Sennheiser MK 4 Connectivity

How stable and reliable is the connection of this microphone?

Excellent — Always stable, no dropouts 0Votes
Good — Works smoothly with rare issues 0Votes
Decent — Occasional minor disconnections 0Votes
Weak — Disconnects sometimes 0Votes
Poor — Frequently loses connection 0Votes

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Sennheiser MK 4 User Guide

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