Product Comparison: Sennheiser MK4 vs SE Electronics SE2200


General Specifications
Brand
Sennheiser
SE Electronics
Model
MK4
SE2200
Origin
Germany
China
About the Product
The MK 4 is a large-diaphragm true condenser microphone for professional studio recordings. Featuring fine resolution and outstanding sound quality, the MK 4 is easy to handle and excellent value for money, making it an ideal choice for professional project studios and home recordists.
The sE2200 is the latest version of the award-winning cardioid condenser microphone that put sE Electronics on the map many years ago with its smooth, polished sound for vocals, voiceovers, and numerous instrumental applications.
Key Specs
Microphone Type
Condenser
Condenser
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Cardioid
Minimum Frequency Response
20 Hz
20 Hz
Maximum Frequency Response
20 kHz
20 kHz
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Sennheiser MK4 Large-Diaphragm Studio Microphone
  • This microphone is wonderful. Nice and airy, flat even tone and worth every penny.
  • The quality of sennheiser is always good.
  • This is a great microphone for the price, I use it for voice over and vocals.
  • Vocals feel warm and realistic, and using acoustic instruments provided excellent results.
  • I was very impressed with the sound quality this mic captured.
SE Electronics SE2200 Condenser Microphone
  • This is an excellent microphone. I use the microphone for recording acoustic guitar and vocals.
  • No issues. Strong build. Great response.
  • Absolutely stunning, clear, perfect sizing.
  • Perfect for recording acoustic and vocals live.
  • The cardioid is great for vocals.
Size & Weight
Height
6.3 in.
8.46 in.
Width
2.24 in.
2.01 in.
Depth
2.24 in.
2.01 in.
Weight
1.07 lbs.
1.35 lbs.
Features
Equivalent Noise Level
10 dBA
8 dBA
Maximum SPL
140 dB SPL
145 dB SPL
Output Impedance
50 Ω
50 Ω
Microphone Sensitivity
-32.0dB
-32.5dB
Interface
XLR
XLR
Power Options
+48V Phantom power required from mixer or inteface
+48V Phantom power required from mixer or inteface
Extras
Large 1" capsule, 24-carat gold-plated diaphragm, All Metal Construction, Internal capsule shock mounting, Low inherent self-noise
Gold plated output contacts, All Metal Construction, Hand-crafted 1" Capsule
What customers say about "Features"
Sennheiser MK4 Large-Diaphragm Studio Microphone
  • It sounds so incredibly warm and captures more details than any of my other mics.
  • Absolutely beautiful clear and loud sound, quality and worth every penny.
  • Great for drum overheads, vocals, and guitar cabs!
  • Very nice mic and feels really great quality metal.
  • It is very sensitive, the voice recording is very clear, and my acoustic guitar sounds even better recorded than in real life.
SE Electronics SE2200 Condenser Microphone
  • It's heavy, sturdy, the build quality is great.
  • It does offer some nice features, allowing you to control your sound perfectly.
  • Sound is superb, sturdy construction.
  • Works great, sounds amazing.
  • Looks great, sounds perfect, packaged well and in perfect condition.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
EEC, CE
EEC, CE
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