Introduction
The Sennheiser E935 is a dynamic cardioid microphone designed for live vocal performances. In this review, we’ll delve into its features, performance, and overall value.
Design and Build Quality
- Robust metal construction ensures durability.
- Sleek and professional design for using on stage.
- XLR connection for secure and reliable connectivity.
Performance
- Captures clear and crisp vocals with a wide frequency response.
- Excellent feedback rejection enhances live sound quality.
- Cardioid pattern focuses on vocals while minimizing background noise.
Ease of Use
- Simple setup with no complicated controls.
- Ergonomic design for comfortable holding.
- Lightweight for longer performance sessions.
Pros
- Impressive audio clarity and detail.
- Durable construction for on-the-road reliability.
- Effective noise rejection.
- User-friendly design for easy operation.
- Versatile for various vocal styles.
Cons
- Requires an external audio interface for USB connectivity.
- Slightly higher price point compared to other dynamic mics.
Value for Money
The Sennheiser E935 is great for singing on stage. It’s a good choice for singers who want good sound and a microphone that can handle a lot of use. If you’re a serious performer, this microphone is worth the investment.
Conclusion
In summary, the Sennheiser E935 is a great microphone for singers performing live. It’s clear, tough, and easy to use, making it a good option for those who want a microphone that can handle the challenges of live shows.
Willie V. Hughes –
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!
Olivier Garnier –
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.
Thumper –
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.
J. Au –
Got this for the family for karaoke night and I own 2 of these mics. They work great and they pick up background noise very easily especially if you place it down a few away from people as it’s quite sensitive to sounds. It picks of vocals with clarity even when use 5.4 ghz wireless receievers. They work just as good as hooked up to the XLR cable
Amazon Customer –
Crystal clear voice catching power
Alissimo –
This hefty microphone delivers good sound to your speakers. However, it does have an occasional feedback boom when starting out.
Levon Camgöz –
Sehr weicher Klang
Plyo lunge –
透き通った声で歌いたい方は一度使ってみて欲しい！実際に試すのが1番だけど、試す機会がない方はYouTubeの比較動画を見てみるといいかも
はじめて使った時に中高音域の音の抜けの良さに感動しました！
もうカラオケに設置されてるマイクや業界標準のマイクでは歌えません。全然違う！
Dennis –
Great mid range detail, noticed it on the first recording I made, forces me to be a more exacting and controlled vocalist.
I bought the 935 and the 945 at the same time to compare on stage as well as in the studio, I kept the 935 because it is virtually immune to feedback, which was the downfall, for me, of the 945 (see my 945 review for details.)
No feedback even with my stage monitor really cranking! High range seems to be a bit boosted, but great depth and detail. The 945 has better low range volume, which can be boosted with EQ on the 935.
Since I’m a solo act, and do not have a sound tech, I would have preferred it to have a switch, but that’s a little gripe about a really fine mic.
Amazon Customer –
Beautiful microphone, sound and quality wise! I have the e835, love it and use it as my primary performance mic, so I decided to try this model. Definitely had to eq it differently than the e835. I thought it would be similar but surprisingly noticed it was much warmer and not as bright as the e835 (had to lower the bass and mids quite a bit) even for my wife’s voice, let alone my bassy booming voice. Nonetheless, output is hot and clear, tone is much warmer than I expected, and the build is super high quality; feels nice to hold!! I love this mic!! It will bring you a different tone; I’d pick this mic over Shure any day!! Sennheiser is my choice of mic!
carlos –
Superó mis espectativas, anteriormente usaba un shure beta 58 y este me gusto mas en cuato a la respuesta, lo encuentro mas calidoy con mejor respuesta en los agudos
Piper –
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.