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Sennheiser MKE2-5-3-K Gold Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone

The Sennheiser MKE 2-5 Gold is a subminiature omnidirectional clip-on condenser for professional body-worn miking on stage, in broadcast, and on set. Its pre-polarized Gold capsule measures only a few millimeters across, so it hides on a lapel, tie, or costume while holding a natural 20-20,000 Hz response. The welded housing and ultra-light Umbrella Diaphragm shed perspiration through long, hot shows without dulling the sound.

This variant ends in unterminated pigtail leads so it can be custom-wired to a bodypack or interface of your choice, and its reduced 5 mV/Pa sensitivity keeps those inputs from overloading. It is finished in beige to blend against skin tone and light clothing, and ships with a clip and windscreen.

TransducerPre-polarized condenser
Polar PatternOmnidirectional
Frequency Response20-20,000 Hz +/- 3 dB
Sensitivity5 mV/Pa +/- 3 dB (free field, 1 kHz)
Max SPL142 dB (1 kHz)
Equivalent Noise26 dB(A) / 39 dB(CCIR)
Cable Lengthapprox. 1.60 m
ConnectorUnterminated pigtail leads
ColorBeige
IncludedClip and windscreen
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