[Review&QnA] Sennheiser Pro Audio e935 Cardioid Dynamic Handheld Mic
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[Review&QnA] Sennheiser Pro Audio e935 Cardioid Dynamic Handheld Mic
About this item
- Cardioid pickup pattern: Insulation from other on-stage signals
- Neodymium ferrous magnet with boron: Keeps microphone stable regardless of climate
- Made in Germany
- Metal construction: Rugged and reliable
- 10 year warranty
Reviews
★★★★★
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Just WOW!
Lifelong vocalist / guitarist. I have fronted more than a few bands. My current (and last band) have all been using various mics since we got together about 6 months ago. My go to for years has been the indestructible Shure SM 58 Beta, and we had a Shure SM 58 and an EV something and a cheap Audio Technica (drummers...sheesh). I've had my beta for 12 years or more. I swear by em'. Well now let's just say... I swore by em. I was on a band forum online and the microphone debate came up. 80% of the musicians argued this mic was the one to have. I am an old dog, but am open to new tricks. I bought one. It says refurbished or returned and I got it for 129.00 Looks absolutely brand new to my eyes.
I took it to rehearsal 2 weeks ago. I plugged it in along side my trusty beta and sang a few bars into each acapella...... WOW. So much clarity and crispness from this Sennheiser. I have read reviews here that state that these sound bright or even tinny....... well adjust your EQ and you will be amazed. We did have to redial my mix a bit, but once we did the difference was so noticeable that our lead guitarist ordered one that very evening.
My trusty Beta is now in my gig bag as back up. I am betting I will never need it. Sorry Shure....it was fun while it lasted.
★★★★★
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Clarity and versatility
We are a 3 piece band. A family band. My daughter is 15, she’s got a nice contralto going without too much power. My son, 13, is adjusting from his voice change, he went from an alto to a unsettled baritone. Lots of power, though, and perfect pitch. As for me, I am a bass who can go pretty high. We do the range of songs, from Obladi-Oblada to Fly me to the moon, from classic rock to classic jazz. Some we scream, some we whisper. Also, we do not have a microphone dedicated to one person. This is because we each play 4 or 5 or 6 instruments and we keep switching. Almost every song has a different set up. Sometimes we sing lead, sometimes back up, depending.
Ok, so now that you understand the situation, I need to say that I bought just one of those seinheiser. I wanted to try it and replace the old EV 967 I believe is their number that we had. We loved the EV. We put them through the Bose L2 system. It has a tune controller. That little controller helps a lot to define the hardware you plug into it. That was for the EV. So I tried the Seinheiser. It shines through it. It is so clear, so vibrant, so accurate. We are studying blending, dynamics, articulations, harmonies. We can hear everything. The Seinheiser project every little details. So, I bought 3 more of the Seinheiser e935. One on the drums, one on the bass, one on the guitar and one on the keyboard. They are all adjusted the same: same volume, same eq, same trim, same reverb. We love them.
Also, they are heavy. They feel like good craftsmanship. My children are careful with the gear in general, but, still, they’re kids, and adult size, and clumsy. Those microphone haven’t moved. They stay with the same qualities. They’ve been dropped, bumped, slapped a few times. They’re still going strong. We do three rehearsal per week. It has been a blast, these Seinheiser have helped a lot. It forces to be aware of what we sing. No muddy sound here. Just plain music when we can manage it.
★★★★★
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e935 vs Beta58a = Indescision.
Firstly, let us begin with the direct competition: the Shure Beta58a. It's a microphone that has excellent range and dynamics, presence, excellent off-axis rejection, and good build quality. They aren't very pretty, however, but that doesn't matter all that much. For the same cost as the Beta58a, however, you can have this. The sound signature on this seems to be as if they took the Beta58a and just did some clean-up. Its vocal presence is a bit clearer, the off-axis rejection is a little better, the dynamics and presence are all there. It is almost scary how directly these two can compete. Maybe there was some cheating going on in the microphone design classroom. Speaking of design, the Sennheiser e935 is very pretty, so if that's a consideration, there you go.
★★★★★
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Great Quality for Middle Range, High Range Vocalists, Minimal Feedback
I'm a mezzo soprano vocalist in a metal band that features two guitarists and one bassist who likes to play LOUD. I sing clean vocals, and have to be heard over all of the guys' noisyness. This mic does the job really well. I rarely get feedback with this mic -- in fact, this mic is actually lot nicer than most of the mics at the venues that we play at, so I oftentimes will bring it with me and swap theirs out.
Really good sound, very rich quality and it does pick up the high notes well when I have to hit them. Really glad I purchased this as my first professional mic, I am sure I will get a lot of use out of it before I get a new one. Only one gripe is that it doesn't have an on/off switch, but I got used to that pretty quickly.
EDIT: After using this at a bunch of different venues, I will say that this mic will pick up the snare and on my drummer's kit if I am directly in front of him, which can be a little challenging for sound. That's my only criticism.
★★★★★
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Shure SM58 and Beta 58A Killer!
I've been using Shure mics for years-- including the classic SM57, SM58, and Beta 58A. This Sennheiser e935b mic wasn't on my radar at all until I saw it was on sale (bringing the price down to that of a new Shure SM58, and cheaper than a Beta 58A).
This mic is absolutely amazing. It beats the SM58 easily and even sounds clearer and better than the Beta 58A (which I think is a better vocal mic than the SM58). The Sennheiser e935 nearly sounds as good as my Rode large-frame condenser and yet is more focused (unidirectional) and doesn't require phantom power or a pop filter).
The key with the Sennheiser e935 is that it doesn't sound as dark or muddy as the Shures. The Sennheiser e935 is so clear that you hear so much more detail. Excellent frequency response too. Highs and lows both sound good, and it feels flat and balanced.
I'm really stunned with how good this mic sounds. I will keep the Shure SM57 for some drum and instrument work, but the Sennheiser e935 is hands-down my new favorite mic. Wow, just wow!
★★★★★
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You cannot go wrong with the e935
After 30 years of using SM58 mics, it was time to try something else. The Sennheiser mic had high reviews. After receiving it and using it on a gig, I was blown away by the improved gain, clarity, and tone it had over the SM58. With the higher gain, though, came some subtle "pops" while singing certain words with the letter "P" and "B". But, it was very forgiving and I just made some adjustments to how I "tuned" the mic (EQ & volume settings at the mixer) and how I "cued" the mic (position and proximity of mic to my mouth). Once this was figured out, the mic sounded even more amazing! I would highly recommend it. It has great frequency response, gain, clarity, feels well-built and comfortable in the hand, and has an even gain pattern all around the mic. It's, also, a very attractive mic with the satin black body and metallic blue windscreen. All for under $200. In my opinion, you cannot go wrong with the Sennheiser e935.
★★★★★
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Excellent hot, clear dynamic mic!
I have used around a dozen vocal mics, both dynamic and condenser, and this one is by far my favorite. I have a lower, darker voice, and getting a mic to "cut" is an issue. This one sounds very natural and clear. Nice and hot, and doesn't seem to be prone to feedback. Several of my bandmates have bought them too!
★★★★★
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Absolutely amazing mic!
I was one of the many that have switched from the SM58 to the e935. Used the SM58 for the last 20+ years. This thing is crystal clear and incredibly sensitive. I have a low voice, and this just brings out full, clear sound. Definitely happy I've switched.
**Update** gigged with this mic for the first time tonight... I've never used a mic that has as natural of a sound as this one! If you're on the fence about this mic, just get it.. you won't be disappointed!
★★★★★
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great vocal mic...amazing even
I've been using the SM58's for years, but I wanted a change. I read other reviews, and looked on sites, and this mic kept popping up. The sound is very clear, and has a more sensitive pick up, so I don't have to have the line cranked up as high as the SM58. The down side is the SM58's do add a bit more hum, so they give that classic rock sound, but with boards, effects, and other processing, this mic is the way to go for me now.
★★★★★
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More presence than the SM58; nice to add to your collection
I've tried this on a few singers in our live church band as an alternative to the Shure SM58. This mic adds a lot of presence to the singer. For some singers it is pure magic, for others it is just a little over the top. So, sort of hit or miss based on my experience with some different male and female singers. Still a solid mic to have in your bag of tricks. Well constructed and looks nice too.
Question & Answer
Question :
Does this kind of mic require phantom power if used with a computer?
Answer :
Hi Jeff,
It does not require phantom power, but you will need a way to get the signal into your computer. So you'll need a preamp with USB connection, or something like that.
If this was helpful, please consider purchasing from us on Amazon. We can help with support after the sale as well. We have it in stock and ready to ship. - Pixel Pro Audio
Question :
Does this mic come with a cord or do I have to buy that seperately?
Answer :
The mic does come with a cord.
Question :
Can one use the capsule from the e945, like the capsule 945-b, on an avx 835-s body?
Answer :
You have to buy the wireless microphone
Question :
What is the SPL?
Answer :
http://www.guitarcenter.com/Sennheiser/e-935-Cardioid-Dynamic-Vocal-Microphone-1274034493330.gc#productDetail "not specified"
Question :
Is there a difference between the e935 with a blue ring as shown in the photos and the e935 with the black ring also shown in the photos???
Answer :
I don’t know, but I love my e935 with the black ring. Much better than the Electro Voice or Shure mics I have. I am a mezzo-soprano and use it for singing jazz and some pop
Question :
The manual inside the box states 2 year warranty while the description on Amazon website states 10 year warranty. What is the correct warranty.
Answer :
The e935 has a 10 Year Warranty.
Question :
Is the e935 still made in Germany?
Answer :
good question, i dont actually know but it works like it is.
Question :
Any clue on how to make this work on a kareoke machine given there is no switch on/off button?
Answer :
You can setup the machine to be turned on all the time, you can configure the machine on/off with a button, or another option is to get a Microphone Switcher Direct Box by Radial Engineering with a Footswitch, so whenever someone starts they step on the pedal, whenever they stop they step on it again.
Question :
Hi! I bought your E935 microphone, could you please recommend me a USB record audio to connect with this microphone? Thanks!
Answer :
You've got a great mic for recording about anything. I haven't bought USB converter recently, but I checked online and found the Focusrite looks to be one of the best values available... Here's the link: This is a two channel device which would be good to get you started, obviously you can purchase more channels for more cost... :) Hope this helps...
Question :
Does this mic come with a case?
Answer :
Yes, this comes with a carrying pouch with a zipper seal.
If this was helpful, please consider purchasing from us. We offer support after the sale as well. We have it in stock and ready to ship! -Pixel Pro Audio
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