Used Sennheiser E609 Condenser Microphone

Sennheiser E609 Silver

“Focused, Rugged, and Stage-Ready”

A Supercardioid Workhorse for Guitar Amps and Percussion

The Sennheiser E609 Silver is a dynamic instrument microphone designed for precision miking of guitar cabinets, snares, and toms. With its flat-profile capsule and supercardioid pickup pattern, the E609 delivers tight isolation and punchy tone—ideal for high-SPL environments on stage or in the studio.

Built with a hum-compensating coil and reinforced metal housing, this mic thrives in chaotic setups and harsh lighting conditions. Whether you're hanging it directly in front of a cranked amp or mounting it in a tight drum rig, the E609 is trusted by professionals for its clarity, durability, and no-nonsense performance.

Highlights

• Supercardioid pattern for focused pickup and feedback rejection

• Flat side-address design for direct amp placement without a stand

• Handles SPLs over 150 dB without distortion

• Hum-compensating coil for clean signal in noisy environments

• Rugged metal body with advanced shock-mount capsule

Specifications

• Type: Dynamic instrument microphone

• Pickup Pattern: Supercardioid

• Frequency Response: 40 Hz – 15,000 Hz

• Sensitivity: 1.5 mV/Pa at 1 kHz

• Impedance: 350 Ohms

• Connector: 3-pin XLR

• Dimensions: 55 x 34 x 134 mm

• Weight: 140 g

• Application: Guitar amps, snare, toms, live sound, studio

• Origin: Germany

Artists Who Trust the E609

Sennheiser’s E609 is a staple among touring and recording professionals:

• John Petrucci – Uses it for tight amp capture in live rigs

• Steve Albini – Known for minimal mic setups with maximum clarity

• Foo Fighters – Employ E609s for consistent tone across venues

• Studio engineers – Praise its rejection and punch on snare drums

The E609 Silver is built to meet the demands of high-pressure performance environments where clarity and control are non-negotiable.

Ready to Mic Without Compromise?

Whether you're dialing in your amp tone or capturing drum transients, the Sennheiser E609 Silver delivers focused sound, rugged reliability, and professional-grade results. Buy now and mic up without the compromise!