Sennheiser MKE 400 - Microphone Kit

Sennheiser MKE 400 - Microphone Kit arrives as a compact, professional-ready smartphone microphone designed for creators who demand clear directionality and reliable sound capture.

With a frequency response of 50–20,000 Hz and a pre-polarized condenser voice coil, the Sennheiser MKE 400 delivers natural-sounding audio that preserves detail across speech and ambient tones. The supercardioid pickup pattern focuses on your subject while reducing background noise, which makes it ideal for vlogging, interviews and run-and-gun filmmaking.

The wired 3.5 mm (1/8") interface ensures fast, low-latency connection to most smartphones and cameras, and the kit includes locking 3.5 mm TRS-to-TRS and TRS-to-TRRS coiled cables for secure hookups. A headphone output is provided for real-time monitoring so you can check levels and avoid unwanted distortion.

Built to perform under pressure, the MKE 400 handles sound pressure levels up to 132 dB and keeps distortion low with a total harmonic distortion (THD) of just 1%. Its black, lightweight body (93.5 g) and included windscreen help maintain clarity outdoors while minimizing handling noise.

Power comes from two AAA batteries (1.5 V) with up to 100 hours of runtime, making it a dependable companion for extended shoots and remote interviews. The pack also contains a Manfrotto PIXI mini tripod, a Sennheiser smartphone clamp and a storage pouch to give you a complete on-the-go recording setup.

Typical use cases include solo vloggers recording on smartphones, journalists capturing field interviews, podcasters producing mobile segments and filmmakers needing a directional microphone for cameras or mobile rigs. The compact dimensions (225 x 240 x 70 mm) and included accessories make it quick to deploy in the field.

Key selling points are its focused supercardioid pattern, broad 50–20,000 Hz frequency range, robust 132 dB SPL handling and extremely long battery life. Originating from Romania, the kit is built with pro-level features in a travel-friendly package.

• Frequency response: 50–20,000 Hz
• Supercardioid, pre-polarized condenser
• Includes Manfrotto PIXI tripod, smartphone clamp and coiled cables