Description
The Sennheiser e 914 is a premium small-diaphragm pre-polarized condenser microphone designed for demanding live sound reinforcement and professional studio recording. Delivering exceptional detail, lively transient response, and a full-bodied natural sound, the e 914 is ideal for acoustic guitars, cymbals, percussion, overhead drum miking, orchestras, grand pianos, and other acoustic instruments.
Its rugged metal construction is complemented by a three-position sensitivity switch and a three-position bass roll-off/cut-off filter, allowing the microphone to adapt to a wide range of recording and live sound applications. Excellent directivity, high SPL handling capability, and a wide frequency response make the e 914 an outstanding choice for professional engineers and musicians. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
ARCHITECT’S SPECIFICATION
The instrument microphone shall be a pre-polarized condenser microphone with a cardioid pick-up pattern designed for demanding live performances and professional studio recording applications.
The microphone shall feature a three-position sensitivity switch (0 dB, –10 dB, –20 dB) and a three-position bass roll-off/cut-off filter (Linear, Roll-off 130 Hz at 6 dB/oct., Cut-off 85 Hz at 18 dB/oct.) to optimize performance for various sound sources.
The microphone shall have a frequency response of 20 Hz – 20,000 Hz and a sensitivity (free field, no load) of 7 mV/Pa at 1 kHz. With pre-attenuation enabled, sensitivity shall be 2.3 mV/Pa or 0.7 mV/Pa. Nominal impedance shall be 100 Ω with a minimum terminating impedance of 1 kΩ.
Maximum sound pressure level shall be 137 dB SPL, 147 dB SPL, or 157 dB SPL depending on the selected pre-attenuation setting. The microphone shall operate on 48 V phantom power and provide a balanced 3-pin XLR connector.
Dimensions shall be Ø 24 × 157 mm (0.94″ × 6.18″). Weight shall be approximately 198 grams (6.98 oz).
The microphone shall be the Sennheiser e 914. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Transducer principle | Pre-polarized condenser microphone |
| Frequency response | 20 – 20,000 Hz |
| Pick-up pattern | Cardioid |
| Sensitivity (free field, at 1 kHz) | 7.0 mV/Pa (2.3 mV/Pa / 0.7 mV/Pa with pre-attenuation) |
| Maximum SPL | 137 / 147 / 157 dB SPL |
| Equivalent noise level | 19 dB(A) |
| Pre-attenuation | 0 dB / –10 dB / –20 dB |
| Bass filter | Linear / Roll-off 130 Hz (6 dB/oct.) / Cut-off 85 Hz (18 dB/oct.) |
| Nominal impedance | 100 Ω |
| Min. terminating impedance | 1 kΩ |
| Phantom powering | 48 V / 2.2 mA |
| Connector | XLR-3 |
| Dimensions | Ø 24 × 157 mm |
| Weight | 198 g |
DELIVERY INCLUDES
- e 914 Condenser Instrument Microphone
- MZQ 800 Microphone Clamp
- MZW 64 Windscreen
- Protective Pouch
- Quick Guide
- Safety Guide
