Sennheiser E 902 Dynamic Microphone for Bass Drums (Cardioid)

Large-diaphragm cardioid dynamic microphone voiced for kick drum and bass instrument capture

The Sennheiser E 902 is a large-diaphragm cardioid dynamic microphone purpose-built for bass drum, bass amplifier, and low-frequency instrument miking. The E 902 is voiced with an extended low-frequency response and a presence peak that captures both the deep fundamental weight and the beater attack of a kick drum, delivering a mix-ready kick sound with minimal EQ required.

The integrated stand mount with 3/8-inch tripod thread provides flexible placement options on short boom stands at the resonant head port or inside the kick drum. The cardioid pattern provides solid rejection of hi-hat and snare bleed from the sides and rear, which is essential in close-miked drum kit applications. The rugged dynamic element requires no phantom power and handles the extreme SPL levels generated by bass drums without distortion.

Key Features

• Large-diaphragm cardioid dynamic microphone for low-frequency sources
• Voiced for bass drums with extended low-end and presence peak
• Handles extreme SPL levels without distortion
• Integrated 3/8-inch tripod thread for flexible stand mounting
• 3-pin XLR output, no phantom power required
• Includes carrying pouch

Professional Applications

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

• Bass drum miking for live sound and studio recording
• Bass amplifier and bass cabinet close-miking
• Low-frequency percussion and floor tom reinforcement
• Touring kick drum microphone for consistent sound night to night

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Both are designed for bass drums. The E 902 has a more focused voicing with a stronger presence peak for beater definition, making it more mix-ready. The E 602 II has a flatter response that gives engineers more flexibility to shape the sound with EQ.

Can I use the E 902 on other instruments?

Yes. While optimized for kick drums, the E 902 works well on bass amplifiers, floor toms, and any low-frequency source that benefits from its extended bass response and presence peak.

Related Equipment and Workflow Compatibility

The E 902 connects via standard XLR to any mixer, preamp, or audio interface. It pairs with E 604 or E 904 clip-on mics for toms and E 614 overheads to build a complete Sennheiser drum microphone setup.

Why Professionals Use This Type of Product

• Purpose-voiced for mix-ready kick drum sound with minimal EQ
• Handles extreme SPL without distortion or phantom power
• Cardioid pattern rejects bleed from adjacent kit elements
• Rugged dynamic construction for reliable touring use

Additional Compatibility Information

The Sennheiser E 902 is a large-diaphragm cardioid dynamic microphone with 3-pin XLR output, integrated tripod thread, and carrying pouch for bass drum and low-frequency instrument applications.