Gearank Recommendation
The e865 appeared on our recommended list for Handheld Live Vocal Mics from April 2020 until April 2021 when it was out-ranked by other mics.
Overview
Sennheiser aims to bring the studio sound to the stage with the e865 handheld condenser microphone.
The e865 was tweaked to bring that broad spectrum large-diaphragm sound to a handheld mic without feedback by using a tight supercardioid pickup pattern.
This ensures only the sound in front of the mic gets picked up to minimize bleed and avoid feedback.
If you have a disciplined mic handling technique and the pitch of your voice doesn’t need excessive warming up, then this could be a good mic for you to get into higher quality condenser sounds.
Specifications
- Type: Condenser
- Polar Pattern: Supercardioid
- Frequency Response: 40Hz-20kHz
- Impedance:200 ohms
- Maximum SPL: 150dB
- Power Requirements:+48v Phantom Power
Sennheiser e865 Frequency Response Chart:
Sennheiser e865 Polar Pattern Chart:
Demo
About the Author
Raphael Pulgar
I've been an audio engineer for 20 years specializing in rock and metal recordings. I also play guitar and produce original music for my band and other content creators.
