Indeed a great mike - got the same here. One little recommendation for interviews with movement (like in yours in the shoe store): narrow the stereo effect down a bit in post to reduce too much spatial sound effect which can be intimidating when listening on headphones. Great review tough!
Awesome video on the mic and supporting the other people's businesses 💚 I've been Contemplating getting this mic. It looks awesome, just worried on the size of it since I do a lot of handheld videography at events. Its stereo capabilities would be great for something like a concert but i need space for an on camera light or flash since I do hybrid photography at the same time 😩
I'm glad to hear that you found the video on the Sennheiser MKE 440 helpful! It's indeed a versatile microphone, particularly suitable for capturing stereo audio in various situations. Considering your concern about the size of the microphone, it's important to note that the MKE 440 is a bit larger compared to some compact on-camera microphones due to its dual-capsule design. While it provides excellent stereo audio capture, it may occupy a significant portion of the hot shoe mount on your camera. If you need to use an on-camera light or flash simultaneously, space on the camera can become a valuable commodity. In such scenarios, you might want to explore additional accessories or rigging systems that allow you to mount both the MKE 440 and your lighting equipment. Here are a few suggestions: 1. **Offset Bracket:** Consider using an offset bracket that allows you to position the microphone slightly off-center, creating more space on the hot shoe for other accessories. 2. **Cage or Rig:** Investing in a camera cage or rig can provide additional mounting points for accessories. This allows for a more flexible arrangement of your microphone, lights, and other gear. 3. **External Recorder:** If space becomes a significant constraint, you could explore using an external audio recorder instead of an on-camera microphone. This gives you more flexibility in terms of microphone placement and frees up space on the camera. 4. **Wireless Microphone Systems:** For handheld videography at events, you might also consider wireless microphone systems. These systems can offer flexibility in microphone placement while providing high-quality audio. Ultimately, it's a matter of finding a balance between the gear you need for both videography and photography. Experimenting with different setups and accessories will help you determine the most practical solution for your specific workflow.
The Sennheiser MKE 440 is a **cardioid condenser microphone**. This means it has a heart-shaped pickup pattern, which means it primarily picks up sound from the front and rejects sound from the sides and rear. This is similar to how a shotgun microphone works. However, the MKE 440 is not as directional as a traditional shotgun microphone. While it can pick up sound from a distance of 10 meters, the quality and clarity of the sound will depend on several factors, including: * **The environment:** The presence of obstacles, reflections, and background noise can affect the sound quality. * **The sound source:** The size, strength, and direction of the sound source will also play a role. * **The microphone's placement:** The angle and distance between the microphone and the sound source can impact the recording. **To get the best results from the MKE 440 at a distance of 10 meters, you should:** * **Position the microphone as close to the sound source as possible.** This will help to minimize the effects of background noise and reflections. * **Ensure that there are no obstacles between the microphone and the sound source.** These can block or deflect the sound waves. * **Use a windsock to protect the microphone from wind noise.** This is especially important if you are recording outdoors. * **Consider using a boom pole to position the microphone at a higher level.** This can help to avoid unwanted sounds from the ground. By following these tips, you can improve the quality and clarity of your recordings with the Sennheiser MKE 440 at a distance of 10 meters.
@@the_daniel_life Thank you for your suggestions. I was hoping I can use the advantage of the sound quality and the spatial feel given by the stereo feature while using it as a shotgun mic from time to time! The real scenario would be with the speaker standing more like 5-7 meters away from the camera (mic). 🤟
Hi, you will need to use the adapter. Try a different adapter and then it should work. If it does not get the Black Magic Camera app, which is for free, and select the microphone as your source for audio. Daniel
@@the_daniel_life cheers Daniel, none of that works, when the phone does see the mic it’s a pulsing sound that peaks red. It’s something to do with the mic being powered I think.
The problem is probably the adapter you are using. Most apple adapters are just audio out adapters were you can put earphones in. For a microphone you need a special adapter which is supporting an ingoing signal. Another problem could be the 3.5 mm side of the adapter. There are in general 2 different kind of plugs and mounts TRRS and TRS. Your adapter and your microphone plug should have the same. I dont know right now which plug the MKE 440 is using, but im sure you can find out in the internet. But for sure it have nothing to do with powering the mic, because the mic is using batteries.
Hello, I would say, get the wind shield, balance the audio to -3-6 DB on your camera settings in manual audio settings and you should get a descent audio quality. Daniel
The Sennheiser MKE 440 is a stereo shotgun microphone designed primarily for use with cameras and camcorders. Its impedance is approximately 100 ohms per side (200 ohms total). This impedance level is fairly typical for microphones in this class and is compatible with most professional audio equipment.
Bruh, I am from Romania. :)) Although, clearly most of “good” things are … aham, WERE made in their original countries (Rode: Australia, Beyerdynamic: Germany etc.), I experienced very little quality loss vis-a-vis most of the products I came across to and outsourced to China, India etc.
@@the_daniel_life Very politically correct answered, haha. Just kidding. It doesn't matter, but sometimes it matters, I know. I would buy German-made products anytime and forget bout Asia... aham... even Romania ;-)
Indeed a great mike - got the same here. One little recommendation for interviews with movement (like in yours in the shoe store): narrow the stereo effect down a bit in post to reduce too much spatial sound effect which can be intimidating when listening on headphones.
Great review tough!
Hey there thanks for sharing this tips with us. Daniel
Awesome video on the mic and supporting the other people's businesses 💚
I've been Contemplating getting this mic. It looks awesome, just worried on the size of it since I do a lot of handheld videography at events. Its stereo capabilities would be great for something like a concert but i need space for an on camera light or flash since I do hybrid photography at the same time 😩
I'm glad to hear that you found the video on the Sennheiser MKE 440 helpful! It's indeed a versatile microphone, particularly suitable for capturing stereo audio in various situations.
Considering your concern about the size of the microphone, it's important to note that the MKE 440 is a bit larger compared to some compact on-camera microphones due to its dual-capsule design. While it provides excellent stereo audio capture, it may occupy a significant portion of the hot shoe mount on your camera.
If you need to use an on-camera light or flash simultaneously, space on the camera can become a valuable commodity. In such scenarios, you might want to explore additional accessories or rigging systems that allow you to mount both the MKE 440 and your lighting equipment.
Here are a few suggestions:
1. **Offset Bracket:** Consider using an offset bracket that allows you to position the microphone slightly off-center, creating more space on the hot shoe for other accessories.
2. **Cage or Rig:** Investing in a camera cage or rig can provide additional mounting points for accessories. This allows for a more flexible arrangement of your microphone, lights, and other gear.
3. **External Recorder:** If space becomes a significant constraint, you could explore using an external audio recorder instead of an on-camera microphone. This gives you more flexibility in terms of microphone placement and frees up space on the camera.
4. **Wireless Microphone Systems:** For handheld videography at events, you might also consider wireless microphone systems. These systems can offer flexibility in microphone placement while providing high-quality audio.
Ultimately, it's a matter of finding a balance between the gear you need for both videography and photography. Experimenting with different setups and accessories will help you determine the most practical solution for your specific workflow.
I was wondering how does it pick up sound from 10m away. Does it work like a shotgun mic?
The Sennheiser MKE 440 is a **cardioid condenser microphone**. This means it has a heart-shaped pickup pattern, which means it primarily picks up sound from the front and rejects sound from the sides and rear. This is similar to how a shotgun microphone works.
However, the MKE 440 is not as directional as a traditional shotgun microphone. While it can pick up sound from a distance of 10 meters, the quality and clarity of the sound will depend on several factors, including:
* **The environment:** The presence of obstacles, reflections, and background noise can affect the sound quality.
* **The sound source:** The size, strength, and direction of the sound source will also play a role.
* **The microphone's placement:** The angle and distance between the microphone and the sound source can impact the recording.
**To get the best results from the MKE 440 at a distance of 10 meters, you should:**
* **Position the microphone as close to the sound source as possible.** This will help to minimize the effects of background noise and reflections.
* **Ensure that there are no obstacles between the microphone and the sound source.** These can block or deflect the sound waves.
* **Use a windsock to protect the microphone from wind noise.** This is especially important if you are recording outdoors.
* **Consider using a boom pole to position the microphone at a higher level.** This can help to avoid unwanted sounds from the ground.
By following these tips, you can improve the quality and clarity of your recordings with the Sennheiser MKE 440 at a distance of 10 meters.
@@the_daniel_life Thank you for your suggestions. I was hoping I can use the advantage of the sound quality and the spatial feel given by the stereo feature while using it as a shotgun mic from time to time! The real scenario would be with the speaker standing more like 5-7 meters away from the camera (mic). 🤟
Enjoyed the video!
thank you, Daniel
Should I Purchase this in Oct 2023 ? Or should I Purchase rode videomic NTG ? Thanks 😊
Hi, I used many RODE microphones but the one which fascinates me the most is the MKE 440. daniel
@@the_daniel_life Thank you 😊 🙏
Hi, Im a little perplexed as this mic doesn't seem to work with iPhone, any ideas how I can get it to work with iPhone please??
Hi, you will need to use the adapter. Try a different adapter and then it should work. If it does not get the Black Magic Camera app, which is for free, and select the microphone as your source for audio. Daniel
@@the_daniel_life cheers Daniel, none of that works, when the phone does see the mic it’s a pulsing sound that peaks red. It’s something to do with the mic being powered I think.
The problem is probably the adapter you are using. Most apple adapters are just audio out adapters were you can put earphones in. For a microphone you need a special adapter which is supporting an ingoing signal. Another problem could be the 3.5 mm side of the adapter. There are in general 2 different kind of plugs and mounts TRRS and TRS. Your adapter and your microphone plug should have the same. I dont know right now which plug the MKE 440 is using, but im sure you can find out in the internet.
But for sure it have nothing to do with powering the mic, because the mic is using batteries.
Is the audio raw or did you edit it post-production? Did you also use a deadcat?
RAW audio. No edit. Sometimes with deadcat. Daniel
Thanks for this video
You are welcome. Daniel
How is the sound at a concert or in a club with hard bass?
Hello, I would say, get the wind shield, balance the audio to -3-6 DB on your camera settings in manual audio settings and you should get a descent audio quality. Daniel
Nice video! Do you know what the microphone's impedance is?
The Sennheiser MKE 440 is a stereo shotgun microphone designed primarily for use with cameras and camcorders. Its impedance is approximately 100 ohms per side (200 ohms total). This impedance level is fairly typical for microphones in this class and is compatible with most professional audio equipment.
Excellent video!
thanks a lot. Daniel
Also do you need a shock mount for this thing?
No you dont.
@@the_daniel_life how is the internal noise on this thing?
It‘s great. The capsule itself is basically floating inside the housing. Daniel
How do you like this 440 vs the 400 that you reviewed earlier this year?
hey there, I love the MKE 440 over the MKE 400. It just gives me the impression of being more solid with a slightly clearer sound. Daniel
Have you used this on your GoPro like the 400?
Yes I did. It worked great with the adapter --> ua-cam.com/video/ssgukiMimgA/v-deo.html
Ma Pasta 💯
So gut
Ich muss da unbedingt mal wieder hin. Grüße
Welches Lavalier Mikro nutzt du?
Gude, das RODE Smartlav +
@@the_daniel_life how is the internal noise on this thing? i hate having remove noise in post degrades quality imo.
Bruh, I am from Romania. :))
Although, clearly most of “good” things are … aham, WERE made in their original countries (Rode: Australia, Beyerdynamic: Germany etc.), I experienced very little quality loss vis-a-vis most of the products I came across to and outsourced to China, India etc.
Boy, You Germans do like to emphasize that “s” sound, man…
My tip: Double de-esser all the way up.
Hey I see it the same way as you are. Regards to Romania. Daniel
:)
@@the_daniel_life Haha. Thank you :)
@@the_daniel_life Very politically correct answered, haha.
Just kidding.
It doesn't matter, but sometimes it matters, I know.
I would buy German-made products anytime and forget bout Asia... aham... even Romania ;-)
I understand it’s built in Romania now and not Germany.
Could be