Sennheiser e945 Dynamic Mic Review / Test

[@tiffsaver]

I just bought the Shure SM58 to compare with this mic, and the Sennheiser was clearly SUPERIOR in vocal reproduction, in every way. It had better highs, mid tones, and bass notes, and at least 3 decibels louder at identical sound levels than the Shure. Although the Shure would be fine for live performances and hard use, I'm choosing the e945 for the overall sound quality.

[@ChaunceysBailey]

So for recording vocals in an open studio setting you would say the Sennheiser over the Shure?

[@tiffsaver]

@@ChaunceysBailey Don't get me wrong, I love my old Shure. It sounds great, and is tough as nails. But for recording, definitely go with the Sennheiser. The Germans didn't almost win the war for nothing:)

[@minnesotajack1]

@@ChaunceysBailey I have a Sennheiser 935, which is basically the same mic as the 945 with a wider pickup range. My bandmates have Shure Beta 58s …. which are a step up from the regular 58s. And the Sennheiser sounds much better.

[@minnesotajack1]

@@tiffsaver You know what they say, “the Germans don’t make any mistakes…. Except for the REALLY big ones.”

[@ViperOfMino]

Good points, but you're also comparing a 220 dollar microphone to a max 100 dollar one.

[@kesamek8537]

Sounds good and useful, I have a 935 and rate it highly for clarity without annoying highs.

[@MinutesB4Midnight]

Thanks!

[@praveenkumar-wi3ej]

You are right, it's condenser type sound, I am using it

[@dustywoood]

I highly recommend this microphone, it's definitely made for the stage. However, I use it just to scream at dorks online in HD. I also have surround sound speakers, and can play music / whatever else at a decent volume and this doesn't pick up anything. If high enough volume, it may pick up a scent of what's in the background but you'll never hear it at the time / voice activation programs can be adjusted to not broadcast certain decibels etc.

[@coffeehigh420]

I compare this to Sennheiser's versions of the guitar cab mics they offer : the e609 and the e906. the e609 is basically the same principle as what you get with the e935. for the extra cash with the e945, it offers a wider frequency that you can tailor to your specific needs at the eq of your console or virtual console OR simply put a mic foam windscreen on the e945 bad-boy and you'll wind up with zero plosives and still get the e935 sound. I have both mics, have done this, and it WORKS right out of the box and connected to an audio interface with zero eq needed. comments / questions ? - I've been doing this for 25 years in the audio business. - glad to help with any questions or concerns -- if you are on the fence, my personal opinion is the e945 offers a ton more for about $20.00 more than the e935. - oh and feedback rejection is off the charts amazing with the e945 by the way. wow just wow... so much presence / loudness you can pump up within your system before you even start to hear any feedback issues (due to it's supercardiod pattern design).

[@toanhoang2094]

I like e935

[@spin-doctor]

After all it is a vocal microphone, so no surprise that is where it is performing the best! It is not designed to put in front of a guitar amp or guitar, you would use different microphones or a DI input for that!

[@garyjohnstonemusic]

Holy bloody sh*t. Great demo man. As great as the vocal demo was, my fave part was how great it did with the acoustic. Obvs Taylors are amazing anyway but that showed that this is a really great cover all mic. I agree with the cab sound, although it sounded better than even a 57 has for close micing cabs. Maybe I'll bring it out of my live box for a couple of sessions. Thanks for the vid!

[@pml394]

the review is spot on, as always! In a busy live mix this is one of the best live mics , I prefer it to the sm Beta 58. My voice is a a soft Baryton. But it's not the best mic if you voice stands alone like in a voiceover situation etc. or maybe semi acoustic jazz then I to would prefer something a little more relaxed, like its forefather the first version of sennheiser md431, but it cuts ! I use it while playing guitar but you need to stay in front of it though not as close as to an Audix om 7 or a Crown cm 310A, and its good at suppressing feedback but not as good as the om7 or Crown CM310a. And i too think you gotta watch out for sses and plosives, that seems to be an issue with modern sennheisers?

[@Tim_ArtistName_Tallent]

I noticed there's a huge list of Mic reviews coming up , and requested reviews on your website. I'm surprised no Audix Om2,5,7 requests? The Om2 is a tank! nice review as always! my go-to channel for mic reviews.

[@gourabex]

Hi, I'm a fan of your channel. I have a question. I play harmonica, and i use Shure Beta 57A & Behringer UM2 for recording. Is there any condenser microphone within $80, which may make my audios better? Actually, as my instrument is a high pitch one, i need a microphone which gives a better low, i mean better bass. Because my instrument is a heavy bright instrument, i always have problem with controlling the treble. Another query, if i buy Neewer NW700 or NW800, will my tonal quality degrade or upgrade? Thanks ❤

[@MrLouiegenzano]

Just another super great review by Bandrew. His expertise is so very accurate. I own this microphone and everything he says is professional and again accurate. Thanks Bandrew.

[@kapampangangamer]

Can you do sennheiser e 965 and compare to other mics. Thanks

[@FrankenSTONE79]

This did a lot better at plosives than the 15$ mic you reviewed. I also agree with you on the electric guitar. I think it sounded like it picked up too many high frequencies and did not sound bass-ey enough.

[@dustywoood]

Not quite right, your bass can be controlled via your soundmixer which I imagine most people use one for these mics since they're XLR. I use the Sennheiser E945 with a Mackie ProFX8v2, and I customize the finer sounds for the mic with that mixer.

[@waltertomaszewski1083]

Have you reviewed either the AKG D5 or D7?

[@Urbina930]

Loved your music test great voice gonna learn that bit Ordered the 835!

[@Podcastage]

Thanks very much for the kind words. Hope you enjoy the mic.

[@DarkPa1adin]

Your camera's AF failed you this time. but thanks for the long awaited review. I agree with you that e945 is for singing. I'd prefer the e935 for the rest of the application :)

[@GoTellJesusSaves]

Pretty sure this mic is made to be used at very close proximity, so it has plenty of high end clarity while right up on it, giving it a bit of a scooped mids effect at that close proximity. This is where I think it sounded best on Bandrew's voice as well.

[@rcher]

The Frequency response is perfect for a dull voice. It cuts through the mix. Ive used this mic for recording indian folk instruments and it sounds better than a RØde NT 1 A, IMO.

[@MemphisMike901]

I know this is old video. I always loved the E835. Thought about upgrading to this mic, but now not really sure hearing $100 more worth of sound!

[@TheGuptfauj]

would you recommend this for a live vocalist sitting on the floor while playing harmonium (Indian classical singing/music). Looking for something that will catch the vocals but not be over powered by the harmonium below the singer. Not sure if this would work for that or would you have a better recommendation for this scenario?

[@josephfloyd727]

It seems like its almost designed for doing live interviews at a Conference show floor?

[@eduardoossanai8784]

I'm a tenor and I use the mic for stage/rehersals rock band. I have an e945 and I'm very happy with it. Now I'm looking for a second mic and I'm between a beta 58a and a beta 87a. Wonder which would be the best one.

[@tb1235]

The 58 is a Dynamic microphone and the 87 is a Condenser microphone. If you're looking for a second to do the same thing the Beta 58 would most likely serve you best. The 87 will pick up much more surrounding noise, just by the way the capsule works.

[@northerncoder]

I'm curious to see if the e945 hum compensating coil would get rid of the EMI noise I get from my sm57

[@SGBass]

Maybe. Have you tried different mic cables? That is where most of my EMI comes from.

[@purple7399]

does it work with a Focusrite SCARLETT-SOLO-3RD-GEN USB Audio Interface ?

[@michaeldavis734]

Hey you should review the Audio Technica ATM 410. It’s roughly the same price as the Shure Sm 58 but I personally prefer the sound of it. It’s much better suited for tenors.

[@tonywilson4814]

I use a sure beta 87a which is the dogs. But I have just ordered the e945 for comparison really.

[@trixsphere1213]

What would you recomand? I'm between beta and this one and I don't know what to choose

[@flleshmusic]

review this please Lexicon Alpha sound card Thanks, you are great!

[@plan4studios977]

I would love to see a review of the Senheiser MD 431 ii ( and show it vs the e945 ) ...

[@Ivanovih808]

Друг, подскажи. Нужна электрическая схема микрофон Sennheiser E 945. Какие детали стоят внутри микрофона Sennheiser E 945?

[@WeEvolveDance]

Hey Podcaststage, I have an option only to purchase shure 87a, Shure sm57, Senn 845s & e945 for podcast, ukulele sound recording and voice overs, which would you recommend out of these 4 options? Thanks and great videos!

[@sapelesteve]

Good review as always. However, caught you again Bandrew at 2:26 when you said "We of course Do Gotta". I mean really?

[@Podcastage]

At this point I’m just going to pretend I do it intentionally to upset you. 😉

[@sapelesteve]

@@Podcastage OK, fair enough.......

[@DweirdO18]

Getting a new mic soon and I'm stuck between this or the beta Sm57A. What would you recommend?

[@gkiss2030]

At 3:00, this singing is kind of Blink 182-ish :D Would you recommend this mic for home voiceovers? (baritone voice here, with accented bass range)

[@erpece]

I would prefer the 945 over the 935 for the supercardoid pattern only and on loud stages. At home and with a baritone voice, the 935 will be a better choice.

[@matoni69]

No. I tried e945 for that use. Great for singing on stage, but not so good for recording. It sounds like someone is shouting in your ear. 🙂

[@holborn0327]

please review sennheiser xs1 dynamic mic 🙏

[@ashavari]

omg can u compare this to the new nexadyne from shureeee

[@matdemaz]

Great review as always! I actually really dig that mic.

[@gledsonjr3105]

tirem-me uma duvida, pq tem uns sennheiser E945 versao com o nome Made in Germany e outros nao vem e tbm tem uma versao pro audio do mesmo mole e custa um pouco mais caro. essa versao pró- audio tem algo a mais o oferecer da versao normal?

[@sung_yun]

Not worth the price, very well built and looks nice though. Sennheisers I've found are not good for spoken word (5:02). I'd go with an sE V7, Behringer BA85A, or Shure SM58/BETA58A or SM57 with A2WS windscreen. Thanks for the review.

[@THEOWLYTRUTH]

What according to you would be the best dynamic mic among the three .. senhhiser e945 , audiotechnica 2040 and rode podmic... Please do reply..

[@MooMyCows]

0:29 On the audio interface, why is the mic setting on Instrument?

[@coffeehigh420]

it does not matter what that setting is on his box because he's plugged in using XLR and not 1/4 inch. - XLR is mic level, not line level so that switch is bypassed when an XLR cable is plugged in.

[@SianaGearz]

E845 vs. AKG D5 - direct comparison please? So there's E835, you have done that, but it's a cardioid. The E945 is supercardioid so it's more comparable technically but it's not the same price range, much more expensive. The E845 is also supercardioid and closer in price to E835 and D5 (though still a lot more expensive than D5 in Europe), so it appears to be the most comparable.

[@joshnolte]

Could you do a demo on the sennheiser e835 please?

[@Sutunen]

You are fun to watch :) Good presentation. Useful!

[@weissfussindianer]

within the e-9something-Series the 945 has a nice pricetag. and i wouldnt think af any usage but liveannouncement or singing. for studio environment in front of an amp i recommend the MD421, but it costs almost double the price. and if you still need theeeee live-microfone: MD431. if it matches your voice, you will never need to buy anything else 4 centuries ;-) just ask your aunty to put some 200 bugs on top :-D

[@craigkohlbrecher9179]

APPRECIATE YOUR MIC REVIEWS. LOOKING TO BUY A NICE VOCAL MIC FOR MY DAUGHTER THAT DOES BAR GIGS/WINERY STUFF WITH ACOUSTIC ELEC GUITAR AND DOES SING. CURRENTLY USING A 100 DOLLAR SENNHEISER. ANY RECOMMENDATIONS? RESEARCHING SENN e945, SHURE BETA 58A, SHURE SUPER 55, SHURE KSM8 (PRICEY!) APPRECIATE YOUR FEEDBACK

[@huallacanes100]

I dont know if i should get the e935 or the e945 i need a mic for church, spoken words and singing, which would you suggest?

[@RiceCakeTV]

Can you put the price in the thumbnails? Awesome review, as always!

[@Vertshark]

Hey Bandrew, now that you've tested both, which would do a better job at spoken word in a live environment (like live podcasting)? The e835 (which I currently have three of) or the e945? They would be connected through a Behringer UMC series audio interface and be connected through a Fethead so I don't have to boost either too much through the interface.

[@Podcastage]

I haven’t listened to the 835 in a while but I think the cardioid would be a bit more forgiving.

[@Vertshark]

@@Podcastage PHEW! Good, that means I don't have to go out and get three more Sennheiser mics. I can go out and get three OTHER microphones instead! I'm telling ya, it's a fever, and the only cure is more microphones

[@insanejughead]

Cardioid all the way for you, dude! Live podcasting you'll want to negate the noise of the audience and give yourself more leeway for moving around the head of the mic.

[@thetiktaalik775]

Podcastage you don’t sound like shit. You sound better than me. Do you cleared a very low bar, congratulationsx.

[@Hzuuuu]

That's probably your most aggressive box throw to date.

[@DannerPlace]

Good review, thank you for posting this.

[@followersoftheway1465]

The handling noise is nuts on this thing.... I used one live and it was picking up sound through the mic stand from the stage. Insane. I don’t understand? It’s a blue-ribbon dynamic vocal mic!

[@onzkicg]

yes, supercardioid pattern- that little tail pointed behind still picks up something.

[@alexmegavolt9010]

Hello. tell me the top 5 dynamic microphones for a high male voice

[@rahulkothari1563]

Can this mic be used for live performances for flautist (flute)

[@robbievalentine8239]

is this microphone worth the extra $50 vs the e935?

[@matoni69]

Yes. E945 sounds better on my voice. I also find it easier to sing then on E935. I do not have to "push" that much.

[@Fipsoo]

So looks like the mic is predestined for singing?

[@marksr12]

Really great review! Thanks.

[@Mr.Altavoz]

I ned a mic for flute , hamonica and singing. NOTHING fancy . I'm in between Shure beta a 58 and Sennheiser e945. Had a Shure sm 58 before ( got stolen) , it worked fine but would like to try something a little better .Thanks in advance for any answer.

[@AndresLler]

Which one you went with?

[@gmichaelhall]

Interesting decision to boost 11k. I can't think of anything at 11k that is good. Maybe for de esser manufacturers 😜 11k build up is always a problem but this mic does work well for live vocals with solid technique, just have to remember to make that narrow cut at 11k

[@CrazedFandango]

I have the E845, E935 & E945. They suit my voice better than an SM58, but plosives took me about 2 minutes to get used to.

[@coffeehigh420]

Hi, Martin. of the E935 and E945, which do you prefer if pressed for one mic of the 2 ? thanks

[@quovadis5890]

@@coffeehigh420The E945 sweetheart

[@coffeehigh420]

@@quovadis5890 thank you my love

[@quovadis5890]

@@coffeehigh420 Did you wash the dishes today honey?

[@coffeehigh420]

@@quovadis5890 oh shoot! i've got it on the way back from work, love

[@matoni69]

It is such a shame that Sennheiser does not offers a versions with a on/offswitch. I truly hate feedback and if it happends I wanna be able to kill it fast.

[@TheBackRowShow]

Best box throw yet!

[@coffeehigh420]

Frankly, "PODCASTAGE" I'm a big fan of what you do on the youtube deal but I think you are GREATLY missing a few major things with this mic -- 1. put a foam screen on it, that will immediately get rid of the extra high end you are noticing, while at the same time, eliminating the plosives, AND that's a huge deal because most of the time, putting on a foam screen will dampen the sound to the point where you need to bump UP the high end on your mixing desk / console. no need to do that here - 2. You can ALWAYS lower the high end on the console which is a big plus because doing the opposite introduces hiss (for example using the shure SM58). - I could keep going but I hope you get the point. a little EQ shaping, and you can put this thing on anything and it works while getting rid of a bunch of background noise / feedback issues for live stage use. What do you think ?

[@thetiktaalik775]

Could you make a review for the Hyperx cloud orbit? Please, I said please

[@johnsharpe734]

What about acoustic fiddle etc

[@matoni69]

GREAT live mic! 🎤

[@SamNiverba]

Hello, i'm KZbinr that makes Piano & Vocal Covers, what mic would you recommend for me :) will this one do? ❤

[@barryjamesmusicPH]

so sound and sibilance wise, e935 is better?

[@coffeehigh420]

yes

[@alvaromartiiin]

Hello i love your channel greetings from Spain

[@kennyplay5982]

How it compare to e835 and e945?

[@aussernllc]

Strong words, but do agree. e945, single use microphone. Even with in-line preamp (Klark Teknik CT-1), the e945 is not inspiring. Specs on mic seem to be a fairy tale. Update: used e945, Klark Teknik CT-1 in-line preamp, Neewer 48v phantom power supply, and Tascam DR-05x. Amazing!!! Moral of story: audio interface matters.

[@CatDieselPwr]

The e965 is a condenser that requires phantom power. The e945 is dynamic and doesn't require phantom power.

[@xiaoyanpan9908]

I bought a e945 from Amazon and it weighted 323 grams. It’s that normal?

[@HausHillEntertainment]

Great watch! My e945 will get here this week! I enjoyed your pros and cons as well. Thank you! #HAUSHILLMEDIA

[@MegaAwesomeguys]

does it have noise reduction or it's kinda like those condenser microphones?

[@gamerand363]

It has noise reduction.

[@steveswain2355]

Only if your going to be recording Audio ??,

[@Frostorm777]

@Podcastage I'm writing a really interesting script for an animation video. I'm really looking for someone that could play the role of a polar bear. Would you like to help me by doing some lines? What do you say? Plzzzzzzzzzzzz.

[@czdaniel1]

Bandrew could definitely Polar Bear. He could also Brown bear, but probably not grizzly unless he were the misunderstood Science Grizzly, like Donatello from the teenage mutant ninja grizzlies

[@Frostorm777]

@@czdaniel1 but what if he never replies? =(

[@reggiep75]

e945 or SM58!?... :-o

[@insanejughead]

What are you wanting in a dynamic mic? Look into the e835 if you want slightly less boost than this Sennheiser.

[@matoni69]

E945. It is not even a contest. 😀

[@axisbaby9803]

Hi, the E945 needs a Phantom Power supply?

[@antztudio]

No

[@farazsiddiqui4555]

Which Is The Best Dynamic Microphone : Sennheiser E935 OR E945 For Live Show Only Vocal

[@xHadesStamps]

Depends. Supercardioid is better assuming you stand completely still. Cardioid is better if you move a little.

[@MegaAwesomeguys]

@@xHadesStamps which is better for noise reduction? tooo much in my area

[@xHadesStamps]

@@MegaAwesomeguys Supercardioid is better for noise rejection. It *does* gain a lobe of sensitivity from the back, but it's still better for noise rejection.

[@xHadesStamps]

@David Stadium Heights Nope. e935, like the e835, is cardioid, not supercardioid.

[@JTCPingas]

Lmao that zoom in on your face 😂

[@waltertomaszewski1083]

JTCPingas I screamed in terror -- I thought he was gunna eat me!

[@nicovanliempt1179]

Was the zoom-in on your face, because the box is out of the room? 🤔 Great mic👍💪 German quality again... Like a rock

[@kilinzeus8523]

Can u connect this to a Pc?

[@peterhyams6824]

I have two e835’s and a e935 and they are the best I’ve used so far for PA/vocal music work. The e935 is slightly better at rejecting feedback and the are very detailed and sound like condenser mics. I use them for recording guitar amps and they sound better than my SM57’s. I have tried them against some SM58’s on stage and the Sennheiser’s are by far the best.

[@朱書賢-p3y]

exceeded my expectations~

[@k_levande]

Great video

[@iBertz]

First! I'm still awake haven't slept 😫

[@Podcastage]

You did it! I knew that you would be able to do it one of these days. Hope CES is going well!

[@iBertz]

You through that box a little bit too hard and then the no emotion face was surreal 😥

[@Podcastage]

@@iBertz the darkness is seeping to the surface. RUN!

[@socks4290]

It's just 22:00 p.m. here in Hong Kong lol

[@matoni69]

@@Podcastage Help a brother out. :) I am buying a live dynamic vocal mic (for a James Brown type of vocal). Any suggestions? 🎤🎤🎤

[@benoit.gerin-lajoie]

Hi earthling pal ! What kind of microphone would you suggest to someone who have a "bassy" voice like... Simon Parkes (kzbin.info/www/bejne/fnW9h3ZtZ5qHf7M) per example. apart that he could use voicemeter banana to tweak his tone ? Sennheiser mics seems to give more clarity to voices IMHO...

[@zanerichter3806]

Is there any better mic for live vocals? I’m talking feedback rejection, clarity (for a tenor/baritone male voice with less sibilant articulation); but still somewhat full.

[@CatDieselPwr]

The Audix OM7 has been a mainstay for ages on loud stages. It is great at rejecting noise and sounds full. RHCP have used them live since forever.

[@DeepakKumar-gb7hc]

Today i got my first dynamic mic e945 but after comparing with my at2020 i was disappointed with e945. i had focusrite solo audio interface and had gain to 90% of volume but in post when I fix both channel inside Premiere pro and inside Audition amplitude the gain level, I hear lots of ambient noise . I don't had a acoustic room for shooting my Photoshop classes. So please help ....!! what wrong I was doing or I need some extra things to fix these issue because I already had at2020 condenser mic which picks lots of noise So please help me in finding the solution in this matter.

[@pjordanmusic]

I believe that you need very good preamps in order to use dynamic mics like an SM58 or e945 without any signal boost. Perhaps using a CL-1 mic activator could help.

[@DeepakKumar-gb7hc]

@@pjordanmusic thanks a lot ।।

[@MegaAwesomeguys]

Hey Deepak are you by chance from India and I'm kinda need a mic that kinda gets rid of noise the most, were u able to do the job with the mic?

[@BojanBojovic]

I hate when people bring a Sennheiser to the gig, not that it does not sound good for vocals, but after I say just one word on my condenser the problem arrises, Sen people want the same high frequency boost and airiness, which is not possible really as it does not produce those frequencies. Also, it has this nasty frequency curve which does help some people, but certainly not everyone. Condenser-like? :)

[@TheOwenValentine]

Love this mic. Great review! I’m a 🎤 singer with a super wide range ...performing mainly jazz and soul. It’s amazing and it assists with vocal percussions too. Question?? How does it compare to the e965?

[@serenitynow66]

lol Love you work. Brilliant!!

[@gaborb6577]

"Harmonic pearcing" that made Adele special🎉

[@matoni69]

I have this mic for the last 6 months. 🎤 It is better then most mics - but it is not perfect. 😉 The good: Very clear sound, great bass response, amazing off axis rejection The bad: Sibilant, poppy, sensitive to mic technique, feedback issues ( in small rehearsal rooms!!), no switch, the signal could be hotter Still - It is the best mic in it's price range 🔥🎤...but music equpment equipment is all about compromses. That is the painful truth. 😀😆

[@jimilee4609]

I have none of this issues ? Many musicians need to know that the E-945 requires Phantom Power! to obtain its full potential! This review needed to include Phantom Power !

[@matoni69]

@@jimilee4609 respectfully, it does not. As a dynamic mic it does not profits from voltage it cannot use. It will not break if you use phantom power ( unlike ribbon mics ) - but it will be no difference in the sound.

[@ToobeyAmbi]

Where can we leave suggestions on what you can sing for the singing test? Haha.

[@shaniell.mathur6372]

I’ve heard the e945 and e935 as well as the shure beta 58 and sm58 . I prefer the shure mics better then the e945 . The shure mics are much more warm and natural sounding . The e945 is bright sharp mic .

[@vagosmanolopoulos8387]

look at this guy Tascam TM-80

[@redrobbosworkshop]

Quite a nasal, hard sound on vocals so not great for podcasts - the sound would become quite tiring for a listener without EQ

[@rylandweet7750]

Just compress it. It sounds amazing specially for rapping

[@FrankenSTONE79]

Hello fellow earthling.

[@gilberto_leomar]

Hahahahahaha, I always love the part when you throw the box away...