Description
Used Sennheiser MKE 600 Shotgun Microphone with Wind Protection Kit
The Used Sennheiser MKE 600 is a premier shotgun microphone designed to handle the most demanding film and broadcast challenges. Known for its exceptional ability to capture clear, natural dialogue while suppressing unwanted side and rear noise, the MKE 600 is a staple for documentary filmmakers, independent videographers, and professional YouTubers. This used bundle comes complete with both a foam windshield and a “deadcat” furry windjammer, ensuring you are prepared for both controlled indoor sets and unpredictable outdoor environments.
Superior Directionality and Audio Clarity
The MKE 600 features a highly directional (supercardioid/lobar) pickup pattern. This allows it to focus specifically on the sound in front of the camera, effectively “pushing back” distracting ambient noise from the sides and rear. The result is professional-grade speech intelligibility, even in acoustically untreated rooms or busy streets. To further refine your audio, the microphone includes a switchable low-cut filter to minimize wind noise and low-frequency rumble from handling or machinery.
Versatile Power Options: Battery or Phantom
One of the reasons the MKE 600 is so popular among hybrid shooters is its flexible power management. It can be powered via 48V phantom power through a standard XLR cable, or, if you are using a DSLR or mirrorless camera that doesn’t provide phantom power, it can run on a single AA battery. An integrated on/off switch with a “Low Batt” indicator ensures you never run out of power unexpectedly during a take.
Comprehensive Wind Protection Included
This used kit is ready for any location. It includes:
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Foam Windshield: Ideal for indoor use to prevent “plosives” (popping sounds) and light drafts from air conditioning units.
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Furry Deadcat: Essential for outdoor shooting, this windjammer significantly reduces high-velocity wind noise, allowing you to capture usable audio in breezy conditions that would otherwise ruin a recording.
Rugged, Lightweight Build
Constructed with an all-metal housing, the MKE 600 is built to survive the rigors of travel and daily production. Despite its durability, it remains remarkably lightweight, ensuring it doesn’t add unnecessary strain when mounted on a boompole or on top of a compact camera rig.
Key Specifications:
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Transducer: Permanently polarized condenser
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Pick-up Pattern: Supercardioid/lobar
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Frequency Response: 40Hz to 20kHz
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Low-Cut Filter: Switchable
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Powering: 48V Phantom or 1.5V AA Battery
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Battery Operating Time: Approx. 150 hours
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Connector: 3-pin XLR
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Included Accessories: Foam Windshield and Furry Deadcat Windjammer
Condition Note: This is a pre-owned microphone. It has been fully tested for frequency response and phantom/battery power functionality. Expect minor cosmetic wear on the metal casing, typical of professional use. Both the foam and the deadcat have been inspected and cleaned.
