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MKE 400

Article No. 508898

Features07

  • Compact, highly directional, super-cardioid shotgun microphone for isolated and enhanced in-camera audio
  • Integrated wind protection and internal suspension mount to minimize handling noise
  • Built-in low-cut filter and 3-step sensitivity switch for added flexibility and control in any environment
  • Integrated headphone output jack with volume adjustment for audio monitoring
  • Interchangeable 3.5 mm TRS and TRRS connectivity for DSLR/M cameras or mobile devices
  • Automatically powers on/off when connected to DSLR/M cameras
  • Also available as the MKE 400 Mobile Kit, including: MKE 400 microphone, Sennheiser Smartphone Clamp and Manfrotto PIXI Mini Tripod

Top Specs

  • Dimensions126 x 67 x 37 mm
  • Weight (g)93.5 g
  • Audio output3.5 mm jack, screwable
  • Max. sound pressure level132 dB SPL
  • Polar patternSupercardioid
  • Sensitivity-23 / -42 / -63 dBV/Pa
  • Transducer principlepre-polarized condenser
Man holding a camera and microphone setup outdoors.
Person using a camera with a Sennheiser MKE 400 microphone attached.

Focus your sound

The MKE 400 features a super-cardioid polar pattern achieved by an acoustic interference tube, providing focus and detail while rejecting unwanted background noise. Ideal for vloggers and videographers alike, this highly directional microphone will enhance your audio and bring presence and clarity to your recordings.

Sennheiser MKE 400 compact shotgun microphone with windscreen and controls.

Record with confidence

All handheld cameras are susceptible to handling noise, so the MKE 400 features integrated wind protection and shock absorption. This combination ensures the cleanest audio recordings possible while shooting video on the move. Attach the included furry windshield for maximum wind protection in outdoor environments.

Sennheiser MKE 400 microphone mounted on a smartphone with a tripod in a home studio setting.

Versatile by design

In today’s world, your video recording is most likely not confined to one device, and your microphone doesn’t have to be either. Each MKE 400 includes 3.5 mm TRS and TRRS locking cables to be used with DSLR/M cameras or mobile devices.

Man using Sennheiser MKE 400 microphone on a camera for vlogging outdoors.

Adapt to the situation

Let’s face it, poor acoustic environments are practically unavoidable when traveling or shooting on location. That’s why the MKE 400 comes equipped with both a low-cut filter and a 3-step gain sensitivity switch. Use the low-cut filter to remove problematic low frequency rumble or wind noise and adjust your gain sensitivity to optimize recording levels in any environment.

Man using Sennheiser MKE 400 microphone on a Canon camera while wearing headphones.

Before you start rolling

One of the most important steps when recording audio is to check your levels and monitor your sound. While some cameras have a headphone jack, not all do, and that’s where the headphone monitoring output comes into play. Plug any 3.5 mm headphone directly into the MKE 400 and use the integrated volume control to dial in your recordings.

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Tech Specs

Product
  • Polar pattern
    Supercardioid
  • Total harmonic distortion (THD)
    < 1 % at 50 mW
  • Transducer principle
    pre-polarized condenser
Frequency Specifications
  • Frequency response
    50 – 20,000 Hz
  • Audio frequency response
    50 - 20,000 Hz
Acoustic Properties
  • Max. sound pressure level
    132 dB SPL
  • Pick-up pattern
    super cardioid
Connectivity
  • Connection
    Wired
  • Connectors
    3.5mm
Inputs/Outputs
  • Audio output
    3.5 mm jack, screwable
Battery & Power
  • Battery capacity (Ah)
    1.05
  • Battery count
    2
  • Battery included
    Y
  • Battery voltage (V)
    1.5
  • Battery operating time (h)
    > 100 h
Electrical Properties
  • Sensitivity
    -23 / -42 / -63 dBV/Pa
  • Input voltage
    2 - 10 V
  • Output power
    105 mW (headphone impedance 16 Ω) 70 mW (headphone impedance 32 Ω)
Dimensions
  • Dimensions
    126 x 67 x 37 mm
  • Height (mm)
    70
  • Length (mm)
    240
  • Weight (g)
    93.5 g
  • Width (mm)
    115
  • Product height
    70
  • Product length
    240
  • Product weight (g)
    93.5
  • Product width
    115

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  • Safety instructions and manufacturer declarations - MKE 400
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  • Quick Guide - MKE 400
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  • Product specification - MKE 400
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  • Product specification - MKE 400 Mobile Kit
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What's in the box07

  • MKE 400 on-camera microphone
  • CL 35 TRS, locking TRS to TRS coiled cable
  • CL 35 TRRS, locking TRS to TRRS coiled cable
  • MZH 400 furry windshield
  • Drawstring pouch
  • Quick guide
  • Safety guide

Accessories and spare parts02

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