The Sennheiser e 865-S is a professional pre-polarized condenser vocal microphone with a silent ON/OFF switch, designed for lead vocals, speech, and demanding live performance applications. Combining advanced condenser microphone technology with the proven durability of the evolution series, the e 865-S delivers exceptional vocal clarity, detailed reproduction, and excellent transient response.

Its super-cardioid pick-up pattern provides outstanding feedback rejection and effective isolation from surrounding sound sources, making it ideal for professional stages, houses of worship, presentations, broadcast applications, and live sound environments. The rugged all-metal housing, shock-mounted capsule, and silent ON/OFF switch provide reliable operation and long-lasting performance in demanding conditions.

ARCHITECT’S SPECIFICATION

The vocal microphone shall be a super-cardioid pre-polarized condenser microphone designed for professional vocal applications. The microphone shall provide natural, detailed sound reproduction, excellent transient response, high feedback rejection, and low distortion.

The microphone shall have a frequency response of 40 Hz – 20,000 Hz and a sensitivity (free field, no load) of 3 mV/Pa at 1 kHz. Maximum sound pressure level shall be 150 dB. Nominal impedance shall be 200 Ω with a minimum terminating impedance of 1 kΩ.

The microphone shall operate on 12–52 V phantom power and provide a 3-pin XLR connector. The microphone shall feature a rugged all-metal housing, shock-mounted capsule, and silent ON/OFF switch.

Dimensions shall be Ø 47 × 193 mm (1.85″ × 7.60″). Weight shall be approximately 311 grams (10.97 oz).

The microphone shall be the Sennheiser e 865-S.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

DELIVERY INCLUDES

• e 865-S Handheld Condenser Microphone
• MZQ 800 Microphone Clamp
• Protective Pouch
• Quick Guide
• Safety Guide