Sennheiser e 604 Dynamic Cardioid Instrument Microphone

The Sennheiser e 604 is a compact dynamic cardioid instrument microphone optimised for drums, percussion, brass, and woodwind. Weighing just 60g and measuring only 33 x 59mm, it clips directly to the rim of a drum or mounts on a stand via its integrated tripod mount — no additional hardware required. Despite its small footprint it handles sound pressure levels up to 160 dB without distortion, making it equally at home on a snare in a live arena or a tom in a recording studio.

The glass-fibre reinforced housing is impact-resistant and insensitive to structure-borne sound — critical for a microphone that regularly takes hits from drumsticks and sits in close proximity to percussion. The hum-compensating coil rejects electromagnetic interference from stage lighting and other sources.

Frequency response runs from 40Hz to 18kHz with a slight presence boost between 1.5kHz and 7kHz — adding definition and attack to drums and brass without requiring EQ. Very low inherent noise and a stainless steel inlet basket complete a specification that punches well above its price point.

Supplied with MZH 604 rim clamp and zip bag.

Technical specifications:

• Transducer type: Dynamic | Pickup pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency range: 40Hz – 18,000Hz
• Sensitivity: 1.8 mV/Pa at 1kHz
• Max SPL: 160 dB (without distortion)
• Hum-compensating coil: Yes
• Connector: 3-pin XLR | Inlet basket: Stainless steel
• Dimensions: Ø33 x 59mm | Weight: 60g (without cable)
• Housing: Glass-fibre reinforced plastic

Sennheiser part number 004519. Supplied with Sennheiser’s 2-year warranty.

Replacement clip available: The MZH 604 drum rim clip for the e 604 is available separately from sennprospares.co.uk — Showcomms’ dedicated Sennheiser spare parts site.

Authorised Sennheiser Dealer: Showcomms Ltd is an authorised Sennheiser dealer with over 20 years’ experience supplying professional audio and communications equipment to broadcast, film, and events professionals.