Sennheiser E845-S Dynamic Vocal Handheld Microphone - With ON-OFF Switch

The Sennheiser E845-S Dynamic Vocal Handheld Microphone - With ON-OFF Switch is essentially the same high-performance Sennheiser E845 microphone, but with the added convenience of an integrated, silent, and lockable on/off switch.

This "S" (for Switch) variant makes it particularly versatile for situations where a performer or presenter needs direct control over muting their microphone, such as:

• Presentations and Speeches: Quickly mute the mic when not speaking.

• Open Mic Nights/Karaoke: Performers can control their own mic.

• Choirs or Panel Discussions: Where individual mics need to be activated/deactivated frequently.

• Rehearsal Spaces: For quick muting between songs or during discussions.

Here's a comprehensive look at its features, highlighting the switch:

Key Differentiating Feature: The Switch

• Integrated On/Off Switch: The E845-S features a robust, reliable switch directly on the microphone body.

• Silent Operation: Crucially for live audio, the switch is designed to operate silently, without producing any audible "pops" or "clicks" through the sound system when engaged or disengaged.

• Lockable Functionality: The switch can often be locked in either the "on" or "off" position to prevent accidental changes during a performance or when stored.

Core Features (Shared with the standard E845):

• Dynamic Microphone: Built for durability and capable of handling extremely high sound pressure levels (SPLs), making it suitable for powerful vocalists and loud stage environments (rated for over 150 dB SPL).

• Supercardioid Polar Pattern: This is the E845's signature. It's a tighter and more focused pickup pattern than a cardioid, offering:

  • Superior Feedback Rejection: Excellent at preventing feedback, especially valuable on loud stages with high monitor volumes.

  • Enhanced Isolation: Highly effective at rejecting sound from the sides and, to some extent, the rear. This helps isolate the vocalist's voice from other instruments, drums, or stage noise, resulting in a cleaner mix. It does, however, require the vocalist to be more consistently on-axis (singing directly into the mic).

• Hum Compensating Coil: An internal coil actively reduces electromagnetic hum and interference from electrical sources, ensuring a cleaner audio signal.

Performance & Sound:

• Clear, High-Output Sound with Presence Lift: The E845-S delivers power, clarity, and projection. It features an extended high-frequency response and a presence boost in the upper mids, helping vocals cut through a dense mix without sounding harsh or sibilant.

• Consistent On-/Off-Axis and Proximity Response: Designed to maintain consistent sound quality even if the vocalist moves slightly off-axis or varies their distance from the microphone. This makes it forgiving for various mic techniques.

• Frequency Response: 40 Hz - 16 kHz, a range well-suited for capturing the full spectrum of the human voice.

• Sensitivity: 1.8 mV/Pa (-55 dBV).

• Output Impedance: 350 Ohms.

Physical Design & Durability:

• Rugged All-Metal Housing: The E845-S features durable metal construction, designed to withstand the demanding conditions of live performance and touring.

• Advanced Internal Shockmount: The capsule is internally shock-mounted, which effectively isolates it from mechanical vibrations and handling noise (thumps and rumbles from holding or moving the microphone).

• Sleek Aesthetic: Typically comes in a black finish.

Applications:

• Lead and Background Vocals: Particularly effective for lead vocalists in loud bands due to its superior feedback rejection and isolation.

• Speech and Presentations: Its clarity, focused pickup, and the added on/off switch make it ideal for public speaking, lectures, and corporate events.

• Choirs: Can be used to pick up individual voices within a choir while rejecting surrounding sounds, with the switch providing quick muting if needed.

Included Accessories:

• Microphone Clip (Sennheiser MZQ 800)

• Protective Pouch

In summary, the Sennheiser E845-S provides the same robust, high-quality, supercardioid vocal performance of the standard E845, but with the added functionality and convenience of a silent, lockable on/off switch, making it a highly adaptable microphone for a broader range of live sound and public speaking applications.