Sennheiser MK 4 Digital Microphone

The MK 4 digital unites the high-resolution sound of a true condenser mic with the simplicity and finesse of digital solutions. The sensitive A/D conversion is provided by high-end Apogee technology. Be it in the rehearsal room or in interviews: The MK 4 digital is easy to handle and can be used with iOS devices and with laptops. 

The MK product range focuses Sennheiser’s experience in the pro microphone segment to create high-quality condenser models at budget prices. Technology previously reserved for studio experts is now available for any budget. 

A mobile studio for entering the true condenser levelThis true condenser microphone is particularly excellent at increasing the resolution of voices, singing and acoustic instruments and giving them a special warmth. The MK 4 digital combines the enormous demands of modern studio technology with: Simplicity. Simply connect it – that’s all there is to it. 

Unrivalled studio sound is now available anywhere. 

Gives every vibe a golden touch

The heart of the MK 4 digital is the gold-plated 1-inch large true condenser capsule. It is handcrafted in the same clean room as the professional product ranges MKH and MKE. It's on this membrane where the characteristic warmth and fine brilliance begins that is so typical for recordings made with well-adjusted condenser microphones. Our technology is so sophisticated that fine-tuning becomes absolutely unnecessary. The MK 4 simply fits any recording situation. 

Top notch signal processing by Apogee

Even the best output signal is worthless, if state-of-the-art technology is not used to convert it into digital values. Apogee is a master at this conversion. The integrated PureDigital technology with 24 bit / 96 kHz resolution meets even the most stringent professional demands. 

Excellent connection to any device

Whether you are using Lightning to connect directly to iOS devices or USB to connect to a laptop: The MK 4 digital supplies its high-quality signal current directly to all devices and common programs, to small apps and large audio software. Apogee also provides the powerful tools MetaRecorder and Maestro. A stand mount and a transport bag are also supplied with the product. 

What's in the box?

• MK 4 digital microphone 
• MZQ 4 microphone clamp 
• Lightning cable 
• USB cable (Type A) 
• Pouch 
• Instruction manual 

Technical Data

• Dimensions approx. 160 x 57 mm (L x D)  
• Connector Hirose to Apple MFi Lightning connector  
• Hirose to USB Type A  
• Frequency response 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz  
• Sound pressure level (SPL) min. gain: 141 dB max. gain: 91 dB  
• Transducer principle externally polarized condenser microphone  
• Weight approx. 485 g  
• Pick-up pattern cardioid  
• Storage temperature –20°C to +70°C  
• Operating temperature 0°C to +40°C  
• Gain 0-50 dB  
• Sensitivity min. gain: –61 dBFS (80 dB SPL, 1 kHz) max. gain: –11 dBFS (80 dB SPL, 1 kHz)  
• Noise Level @ min. gain: -117 dBFS (A) @ max.gain: -79 dBFS(A) 

*Warning (for California residents only): Please note per Proposition 65 that this product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Every Consumer Products company is required to post the warning no matter if their products pose any harm. Sennheiser products are all RoHs compliant, yet we are by law required to post the Proposition 65 warning message anyway.