Sennheiser MME 865-1 BK

The MMD 865-1 BK capsule's supercardioid pickup pattern captures vocals with precision and focus, ensuring crystal-clear amplification even in the loudest environments. Compared to conventional cardioid capsules, the MMD 865-1 provides reduced rear-lobe sensitivity and improved off-axis rejection. Capable of handling sound pressure levels up to 152dB SPL at 1kHz, it's perfectly suited for demanding vocal and speech applications. Covering a wide frequency range of 40–20,000Hz, it delivers clarity, detail, and presence across the spectrum. Installation is quick and hassle-free: Simply unscrew the existing capsule and attach the MMD 865-1 BK. The twist-off grille can be cleaned under running water, keeping the capsule performance-ready at all times. Powered directly by the handheld transmitter's battery, it requires no external phantom power, making it a practical and professional upgrade for performers, presenters, and engineers who demand uncompromising sound quality.

In June 1945, Prof. Fritz Sennheiser founded the Wennebostel Laboratory, which initially produced measuring equipment. Commissioned by Siemens in 1945, the young company developed the MD-1 microphone, which was launched in 1946. After the development of further microphones, the company was renamed Sennheiser Electronic in 1958. Two years later, Sennheiser introduced the MD 421 dynamic microphone, which is still in production today and still held in high esteem by many sound engineers. Further groundbreaking developments, such as the HD 414 headphones and the classic MD 441 microphone, hugely enhanced the company's international reputation, eventually making Sennheiser one of the leading manufacturers of microphone and headphone systems in the world.