Sennheiser E 945 – Supercardioid Stage Vocal Microphone

The Sennheiser E 945 is built for live vocalists who demand clarity, durability, and feedback resistance under pressure. With its supercardioid pattern, rugged metal body, and warm yet punchy frequency response, it cuts through in loud environments.

Key Features

• Supercardioid pickup pattern: Rejects off-axis sound and feedback for cleaner vocals even on loud stages.
• Shock-mounted capsule: Minimises handling noise and impact artifacts in live use.
• Hum-compensating coil and neodymium magnet design: Provides stable performance and reduced electrical interference in varied conditions.
• Frequency response 40 Hz-18 000 Hz: Offers full vocal weight, clean midrange, and detailed highs for natural vocal clarity.
• Rugged all-metal body: Durable construction can take the rigours of touring and frequent handling.
• Comes with pouch and mic clamp: Includes protective accessories making it stage-ready out of the box.

Customer Benefits

You’ll experience vocals that cut through the mix without harshness, thanks to the E 945’s tailored response and tight directional pattern. With its build quality and accessories, you spend less time worrying about breaking gear and more time focusing on your performance. Whether in clubs, concert halls, or high-energy gigs, this mic holds up and delivers consistent results.

Quick Specs

• Transducer type: Dynamic
• Polar pattern: Supercardioid
• Frequency response: 40 Hz - 18 000 Hz
• Sensitivity (free field, 1 kHz): 2.0 mV/Pa ≈ -54 dB
• Nominal impedance: 350 Ω
• Minimum load impedance: 1 kΩ
• Dimensions: 47 × 186 cm
• Weight: 0.365 kg
• Connector: 3-pin XLR

What’s in the Box

• Sennheiser E 945 microphone
• Protective pouch
• MZQ 800 microphone clamp

Use Cases / Ideal For

Perfect for live lead vocals, touring bands, stage performances in loud front-of-house environments, and for singers wanting robust gear that handles feedback well. Also useful in rehearsal spaces and live-stream setups where durability and clear voice reproduction matter.

Compatibility

Works with any standard mic input via XLR. Performs best with preamps that handle dynamic mics well. Supercardioid pattern requires proper mic placement (angled slightly towards stage monitors) to avoid unwanted off-axis pickup.

Pros & Cons

✅ Pros:

• Excellent feedback rejection thanks to supercardioid design.
• Clear, full vocal tone with wide frequency coverage.
• Very rugged build suitable for touring and frequent stage use.
• Includes useful accessories (pouch, clamp) for protection and mounting.

⚠️ Cons:

• Heavier than lighter handheld dynamics, which may tire in prolonged use.
• Supercardioid pattern makes positioning more critical to avoid off-angle colouration.
• No on-mic switches or pads, so setup must match the environment well.

The Sennheiser E 945 delivers powerful, clear vocals with professional reliability—ideal for performers who need a stage mic that holds its own night after night.