Sennheiser E 602 II Kick Drum Microphone (Cardioid Dynamic)

Large-diaphragm cardioid dynamic microphone designed for bass drums and low-frequency instruments

The Sennheiser E 602 II is a large-diaphragm cardioid dynamic microphone purpose-built for kick drums, bass cabinets, and other low-frequency sources. The cardioid polar pattern provides focused pickup of the source while rejecting sound from the sides and rear, and the dynamic design handles extreme sound pressure levels without distortion or the need for external pads.

The E 602 II is voiced with an extended low-frequency response and a presence peak that helps the kick drum punch through a live mix without excessive low-end mud. This voicing makes it effective in both live sound and recording applications where the kick needs to be present and defined without consuming excessive headroom in the mix. The included MZQ 800 stand clip and carrying pouch make it ready for immediate deployment.

Key Features

• Large-diaphragm cardioid dynamic microphone
• Voiced for kick drums and low-frequency instruments
• Handles extreme SPL without distortion
• 3-pin XLR with 3/8-inch tripod thread
• Includes MZQ 800 stand clip and carrying pouch
• No phantom power required

Professional Applications

Commonly deployed in church, house of worship, and professional AV environments.

• Kick drum miking for live sound and recording
• Bass guitar cabinet close-miking
• Floor tom and percussion low-end capture
• Broadcast and podcast bass-heavy source capture

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need phantom power for the E 602 II?

No. The E 602 II is a dynamic microphone and does not require phantom power. It will not be damaged if phantom power is applied.

How does the E 602 II compare to the E 902?

The E 602 II is the standard kick drum microphone in the e 600 series. The E 902 offers a more refined frequency response with a switchable presence boost for greater tonal flexibility. Both are cardioid dynamic kick microphones.

Related Equipment and Workflow Compatibility

The E 602 II connects via standard XLR to any mixer, audio interface, or stage box. It is included in the E 600 Series Drum Pack and pairs with E 604 and E 614 microphones for complete drum kit coverage.

Why Professionals Use This Type of Product

• Purpose-voiced for kick drum with defined low end and punchy presence
• Dynamic design handles extreme SPL without pads or attenuation
• Cardioid pattern rejects stage bleed from other instruments
• Included clip and pouch make it immediately ready for use

Additional Compatibility Information

The Sennheiser E 602 II is a cardioid dynamic kick drum microphone with 3-pin XLR output, included MZQ 800 clip and carrying pouch, designed for live sound, recording, and drum pack applications.