Sennheiser MKE 200｜A directional audio solution for on-the-go camera and smartphone recording
The Sennheiser MKE 200 is a compact directional microphone for cameras and phones designed for portable shooting and mobile content creation. It focuses on subject vocals and reduces ambient noise. With built-in shock and wind protection, simple mounting, and a battery-free design, it’s ideal for vlogs, travel footage, interviews, and short films, allowing you to quickly capture clean, stable audio.
Key product features
- Directional pickup design that focuses on the subject’s voice and suppresses lateral ambient noise
- Built-in shock mount to reduce mechanical noise during operation and movement
- Integrated wind protection for more stable outdoor recording; external windshields may be available depending on the kit
- Battery-free, plug-and-play operation—suitable for solo shooters and mobile productions
- Compatible with common 3.5 mm audio interfaces for use with most cameras and smartphones
- Lightweight and compact with a standard cold shoe mount for easier carrying and setup
- Durable housing and clean design, suitable for daily commutes and travel shooting
- Suitable for a variety of scenarios such as vlogs, street interviews, tutorial videos, and meeting recordings
System specifications
- Camera: DSLRs, mirrorless cameras, or camcorders with a 3.5 mm microphone input
- Mobile: Android/iOS devices with a 3.5 mm headset jack, or via a compatible adapter
- Computer: 3.5 mm microphone/headset combo jack, or via an audio interface adapter
- Mounting: standard cold shoe mount, connected with a 3.5 mm audio cable
- Power: plug-in power provided by the host device; no battery required
- Note: included accessories and cables vary by retail package—please confirm before purchasing
Plugin format
- Not applicable (hardware microphone—no software or plugins required)
Supported applications and workflow integration
As a front-end recording device, the MKE 200 can record directly to a camera’s audio track or be input via the 3.5 mm jack/audio interface into any recording and editing software (such as Audacity, Adobe Audition, Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Logic Pro, etc.). When using it, mount the microphone on the cold shoe, connect the 3.5 mm audio cable, monitor levels on your device and record; in post-production apply EQ, noise reduction, and mixing as needed to complete a high-quality audio workflow.
