Sennheiser E 901

Sennheiser e 901 Boundary Condenser Kick Drum Microphone

The Sennheiser e 901 is a professional boundary condenser microphone designed primarily for kick drum and low-frequency instruments. Its half-cardioid pickup pattern and fast transient response deliver a tight, punchy, and highly defined low-end sound that sits perfectly in modern live and studio mixes.

Features

• Boundary condenser design: Optimized for placement inside kick drums or on flat surfaces.
• Half-cardioid pickup pattern: Focused capture with reduced unwanted room reflections.
• High SPL handling: Handles extremely loud sources without distortion.
• Fast transient response: Captures sharp attack and natural kick definition.
• Integrated XLR connector: Built-in preamp and standard balanced output.
• Non-slip rubber base: Stable positioning inside drums or on surfaces.
• Rugged metal housing: Designed for touring and professional stage use.

Benefits

• Delivers tight, modern kick drum sound with strong attack.
• Reduces need for heavy EQ thanks to optimized low-frequency response.
• Easy placement—no mic stand required inside kick drum.
• Reliable performance in live and studio environments.

Package Contents: Sennheiser e 901 microphone, pouch, quick guide, safety guide

Technical Specifications

• Microphone type: Pre-polarized condenser (boundary)
• Polar pattern: Half-cardioid
• Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20,000 Hz
• Sensitivity: approx. 0.5 mV/Pa
• Maximum SPL: up to 154 dB
• Nominal impedance: approx. 100 Ω
• Power supply: 48V phantom power
• Connector: 3-pin XLR
• Dimensions: 126.5 × 105 × 26.5 mm
• Weight: approx. 550 g

Applications

• Kick drum: Studio and live drum recording
• Piano: Grand piano low-frequency capture
• Low-frequency instruments: Bass-heavy sound sources
• Live sound: Stage reinforcement and percussion setups

Keywords

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