Sennheiser MKE 600 Shotgun Condenser Video Camera Microphone

Your camera captures stunning visuals — but what about the sound? The Sennheiser MKE 600 is a shotgun condenser microphone designed to deliver broadcast-quality audio for video producers, filmmakers, and content creators who refuse to compromise. With its supercardioid/lobar pickup pattern, switchable low-cut filter, and dual power options, this German-engineered workhorse transforms chaotic location sound into crystal-clear dialogue and ambience.

Whether you're shooting a documentary in a noisy city square or capturing an interview in a reverberant room, the MKE 600 keeps your subject front and center while everything else fades into the background.

Directivity for Crisp, Clear Audio

Tired of omnidirectional chaos? The MKE 600's supercardioid/lobar pickup pattern acts like a sonic spotlight, zeroing in on sound directly in front of the mic while aggressively rejecting noise from the sides and rear. The result is clear, present dialogue that cuts through even the most cluttered environments, making your subject sound close even when they're several feet away.

High Directivity: Captures sound from the direction your camera points, effectively attenuating lateral interference and background noise for focused, professional audio.
Rich Low-Frequency Response: Reproduces bass frequencies with warmth and clarity, giving voices body and presence — perfect for interviews, vlogs, and narrative filmmaking.
Supercardioid/Lobar Pattern: Maximizes on-axis sensitivity while minimizing side and rear pickup, so you hear your subject, not the traffic behind you.

Integrated Noise Cancellation and Versatile Power

Wind noise and handling rumble are the enemies of clean location sound. The MKE 600 fights back with a switchable low-cut filter that minimizes low-frequency interference, from gusts on outdoor shoots to the thud of footsteps on a wooden floor. And because not every camera supplies phantom power, this mic offers dual powering options: plug into 48V phantom power for maximum headroom, or pop in an AA battery for up to 150 hours of cordless operation. A battery on/off switch with "Low Batt" indicator means you'll never be caught off guard mid-take.

Switchable Low-Cut Filter: Reduces wind noise, handling rumble, and low-frequency interference, ensuring clean recordings in challenging outdoor and indoor environments.
Dual Power Options: Runs on 48V phantom power (132 dB max SPL) or a single AA battery (126 dB max SPL, ~150 hours runtime) for flexibility across any camera or field recorder.
Low Self-Noise: Ultra-quiet operation (15 dB A-weighted with phantom, 16 dB with battery) captures subtle details without adding hiss or electronic noise to your recordings.

Sennheiser MKE 600 Integrated Noise Cancellation

Sennheiser MKE 600 Rugged, Portable Design

Rugged, Portable Design Ready for Any Shoot

The MKE 600 delivers professional sound and is built to handle the demands of real-world production. Its durable all-metal body resists bumps, drops, and daily wear, making it ideal for location work. Weighing less than half a pound and measuring 10 inches, it's compact enough for DSLRs, mirrorless cameras, or boom poles without adding extra weight.

Sennheiser includes everything you need to get started: the MZS 600 shock mount for hot-shoe mounting, the MZW 600 foam windshield, and the KA 600 XLR-to-3.5mm cable for direct camera connection.

All-Metal Housing: Durable construction withstands the rigors of professional production, from studio shoots to rough outdoor locations.
Compact and Lightweight: At 200g and 10 inches long, the MKE 600 balances easily on camera rigs or boom poles without weighing you down.
Complete Accessory Kit: Includes shock mount, foam windshield, XLR-to-3.5mm adapter cable, and protective pouch — everything you need for plug-and-play operation right out of the box.

Your Sound Matters — Make It Count

Great visuals need great audio. The Sennheiser MKE 600 delivers focused, broadcast-quality sound for any project — whether you're filming documentaries, corporate interviews, or indie films. This microphone captures every word with clarity, warmth, and precision.

Sennheiser MKE 600 Features:

Shotgun condenser microphone with supercardioid/lobar pickup pattern for maximum directivity
Frequency response: 40 Hz to 20 kHz
Sensitivity: 21 mV/Pa (phantom power), 19 mV/Pa (battery power)
Max SPL: 132 dB (phantom), 126 dB (battery)
Extremely low self-noise: 15 dB A-weighted (phantom), 16 dB (battery)
Switchable low-cut filter minimizes wind noise and handling rumble
Dual power options: 48V phantom power or single AA battery (~150 hours runtime)
Battery on/off switch with "Low Batt" indicator prevents premature discharge
Rugged all-metal housing with excellent structure-borne noise suppression
Compact dimensions: 20mm diameter, 256mm length; weighs 200 grams
Includes MZS 600 shock mount, MZW 600 foam windshield, KA 600 XLR-to-3.5mm cable, and protective pouch
XLR-3M output connector for professional field recorders and mixers
Made in Germany

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