{"product_id":"sennheiser-e-614-instrument-microphone-supercardioid-condenser-for-drum-overheads-with-3-pin-xlr-m-includes-1-mzq-100-clip-and-1-carrying-pouch-6-5-oz","title":"Sennheiser E 614 Instrument Microphone (Supercardioid, Condenser) For Drum Overheads With 3-PIN Xlr-M. Includes (1) Mzq 100 Clip And (1) Carrying Pouch (6.5 Oz)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSennheiser E 614 Overhead Microphone (Supercardioid Condenser)\u003c\/h1\u003e \u003ch2\u003eSmall-diaphragm supercardioid condenser microphone for drum overheads, cymbals, and acoustic instruments\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Sennheiser E 614 is a supercardioid condenser microphone designed for drum overheads, cymbal capture, and detailed acoustic instrument miking. As a condenser, the E 614 provides the extended high-frequency response and fast transient detail that dynamic microphones cannot match, making it the appropriate choice for overhead positions where cymbal shimmer, stick attack, and the overall kit picture need to be captured with clarity and definition.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe supercardioid pattern provides tighter pickup than cardioid overhead microphones, which helps isolate the drum kit from stage wash and reduces spill from adjacent instruments. This makes the E 614 effective even on louder stages where cardioid overheads would pick up too much ambient noise. The compact pencil-style form factor is lightweight and unobtrusive in overhead positions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupercardioid condenser microphone for overhead and detail applications\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExtended high-frequency response for cymbal and transient detail\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTighter pickup than cardioid for better isolation on loud stages\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompact pencil-style form factor\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e3-pin XLR, requires 48V phantom power\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes MZQ 100 clip and carrying pouch\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eProfessional Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCommonly deployed in church, house of worship, and professional AV environments.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDrum overhead miking for live sound and recording\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCymbal and hi-hat detail capture\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAcoustic instrument miking (acoustic guitar, strings, percussion)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoir and ensemble overhead applications\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ch3\u003eDoes the E 614 require phantom power?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eYes. The E 614 is a condenser microphone and requires 48V phantom power from the mixer, audio interface, or preamp. It will not produce audio without phantom power.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow many E 614 microphones do I need for drum overheads?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eMost overhead configurations use two E 614 microphones in a spaced pair or XY stereo arrangement above the drum kit. The E 600 Series Drum Pack includes two E 614 microphones for this purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eRelated Equipment and Workflow Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe E 614 connects via standard XLR to any mixer or interface providing 48V phantom power. It is included in the E 600 Series Drum Pack (2 units) and pairs with E 602-II and E 604 microphones for complete drum kit coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWhy Professionals Use This Type of Product\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCondenser design captures the extended high-frequency detail overheads require\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupercardioid pattern provides better isolation than cardioid on loud stages\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompact and lightweight for unobtrusive overhead positioning\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMatched pair use delivers consistent stereo drum kit imaging\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eAdditional Compatibility Information\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Sennheiser E 614 is a supercardioid condenser overhead microphone with 3-pin XLR output, MZQ 100 clip, and carrying pouch, designed for drum overheads, cymbals, and detailed acoustic instrument capture. Requires 48V phantom power.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sennheiser","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51208107294998,"sku":"E 614","price":219.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/7622\/9910\/files\/0232c9947905f930a206b03ccc5c01e088104c44_8b4f3259-ccd6-4df4-8979-77516bac4d90.jpg?v=1776271795","url":"https:\/\/store.ave.tech\/products\/sennheiser-e-614-instrument-microphone-supercardioid-condenser-for-drum-overheads-with-3-pin-xlr-m-includes-1-mzq-100-clip-and-1-carrying-pouch-6-5-oz","provider":"AVE Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}