Sennheiser MKE 1-4 Miniature Lavalier Microphone Black - 502167
The Sennheiser MKE 1-4 is the industry-standard sub-miniature lavalier microphone designed for maximum invisibility and supreme performance. Crafted specifically for professional broadcasters, theatrical performances, live musicals, and audio engineers using Sennheiser SK transmitters, this mic overcomes stage-ready challenges with its innovative sweat-resistant design and ultra-robust cable. Deliver natural, crisp, and broadcast-ready audio without compromising on concealment.
Key Features
Sub-Miniature Design
- Extremely small footprint with a tiny 3.3 mm capsule diameter.
- Achieves near-invisibility on camera, stage clothing, or skin.
Advanced Sweat Resistance
- Equipped with a newly developed protective membrane and integrated gauze.
- Guards against moisture and heavy perspiration, making it perfect for intense live shows.
Natural Audio & Speech Intelligibility
- Delivers pristine, natural sound quality and unmatched speech clarity.
- Dampens ambient room noise to keep the performer's voice front and center.
Exceptional SPL Handling
- Handles high dynamic audio peaks up to 142 dB maximum sound pressure level.
- Ensures distortion-free capture, even during loud, emotive performances.
Robust Low-Noise Cable
- Highly flexible, 1 mm thin cable engineered to withstand extreme stress.
- Special structural design effectively minimizes physical cable handling noise.
Versatile Mounting System
- Comes with flexible tubes to allow easy, damage-free concealment.
- Optimized for secure attachment using skin tape, clips, or theatrical adhesive.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Capsule Diameter | 3.3 mm |
| Pick-up Pattern | Omnidirectional |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz |
| Maximum SPL | 142 dB |
| Connector Type | 3-Pin Lemo (Compatible with Sennheiser SK series transmitters) |
| Cable Profile | 1 mm diameter / 1.6 m length |
| Sensitivity | 5 mV/Pa ± 2.5 dB |
| Nominal Impedance | 1000 Ohms |
| Color | Black |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the Sennheiser MKE 1-4 ideal for live musicals and theater?
In live musicals and theatrical performances, actors frequently sweat heavily, which often damages sensitive microphone capsules. The MKE 1-4 resolves this major pain point by featuring a specialized, newly developed protective membrane and gauze. This moisture protection ensures maximum operational reliability and longevity under demanding performance conditions.
Which transmitters is the MKE 1-4 compatible with?
The MKE 1-4 variant comes terminated with a professional 3-pin Lemo connector. This is natively compatible with Sennheiser’s high-end SK bodypack transmitters, such as the SK 50, SK 250, SK 5212, SK 6000, and SK 9000.
Does the thin cable transfer movement noise to the microphone?
No. Despite its ultra-thin 1 mm diameter, the cable is physically optimized to absorb physical movement. It isolates structural friction and handling noise, keeping the audio capture exceptionally quiet, even during active physical movement on stage.
How does the MKE 1 sound compared to larger lavaliers?
Sennheiser engineered the MKE 1 capsule to deliver a rich, full, and natural acoustic signature that rivals much larger lavalier capsules. It delivers outstanding high-frequency clarity and speech intelligibility without the boxiness sometimes found in miniature microphones.