Sennheiser E 902

Fantastic mic, well thought out design both aesthetically and sonically. I have been using it on kick drum and bass guitar cab so far, no doubt other uses will arise. I've paired it with the Sennheiser e901 for kick and they work perfectly together. Highly recommended!

Awesome mic!!!

I've used the Shure Beta 52 and the AKG D112 for recording kick drums for several years and was never really satisfied with the sound. To be fair it was OK but just didn't give me what I was looking for.I purchased a Sennheiser E901 and mounted it inside the kick using a Kelly Shu suspension mount. That mic really enhanced the attack of the drum and helped the kick cut through the mix. Later I purchased a E902 and positioned it on the reso head, That brought out the low end boom for a full and round sound. By mixing the two mics together I can an awesome sound that is heavy on attack, boom, or a balance of both.I use DW and Yamaha 22 X 18 kicks with Remo PS3s front and back, No muffling. I have been able to get a wide open Bonham sound to tight and punchy sound ... MoreI've used the Shure Beta 52 and the AKG D112 for recording kick drums for several years and was never really satisfied with the sound. To be fair it was OK but just didn't give me what I was looking for.I purchased a Sennheiser E901 and mounted it inside the kick using a Kelly Shu suspension mount. That mic really enhanced the attack of the drum and helped the kick cut through the mix. Later I purchased a E902 and positioned it on the reso head, That brought out the low end boom for a full and round sound. By mixing the two mics together I can an awesome sound that is heavy on attack, boom, or a balance of both.I use DW and Yamaha 22 X 18 kicks with Remo PS3s front and back, No muffling. I have been able to get a wide open Bonham sound to tight and punchy sound by mixing these two mics.Great Mics!!!

Best mic I have ever recorded a kick drum with

I got this last week and have already used it for a recording session. It is definitely a mic that your ear has to like - I can absolutely see why some people like it and others don't. It has a really nice low end but also an intensive attack. I knew this going in and figured it might work really well for me. I feel it can be used in any genre application. I would wonder how it would sound miking a bass guitar cab as well.

Great Kick Mic!!

There isn't as much info or reviews out there on the E902 as there are on many of the other mics. I did as much research as I could and am very, VERY happy with the 902 on kick!! I have a D6 and had a D112. I find that the 902 has a really nice full but tight sound on kick. Lot's of oomph in the low end but to me it's more defined than others that I've heard and used. The top end has a nice accent that you can tailor in with EQ (or out) without being overly accentuated. Build is typical Sennheiser,, robust. I did but a Gator quick release to go with it (nice product also). In the end I wanted a tighter sounding mic for kick, not so much "round" or "woofy" but with a modest (not overly hyped) presence up top. The 902 delivered just what I wanted to hear. Great Mic!!

Nice kick mic

Nice, well built kick drum mic. Needs an adapter to fit on a standard US mic stand. Very clear bass drum sound image. Sounds a little dipped in the mids which can be really nice but limits flexibility a little. Still a great mic, one of my favorites

Outshines the D112 hands down!

Hello people, this review is coming from an experienced gigging drummer of 30 yrs. I always loved the performance of my AKG D112. I used it because it was the "go to mic" for many drummers, and it does perform well. Recently I decided to buy 2) E-902's for my double bass kit being that I had a little extra cash on hand and was curious about the difference they would make. The Sennheiser e-902 bass mic made a totally unbelievable difference in quality of sound coming from our sub cabs. My only perception of how to explain the difference is this; AKG D112's sound a little on the hot side and sound like their slapping the sub speaker... good attack, but on the muddy side. They never seemed to be able to push the 50 -100 htz into muscle tissue, lol. The Sennhieser ... MoreHello people, this review is coming from an experienced gigging drummer of 30 yrs. I always loved the performance of my AKG D112. I used it because it was the "go to mic" for many drummers, and it does perform well. Recently I decided to buy 2) E-902's for my double bass kit being that I had a little extra cash on hand and was curious about the difference they would make. The Sennheiser e-902 bass mic made a totally unbelievable difference in quality of sound coming from our sub cabs. My only perception of how to explain the difference is this; AKG D112's sound a little on the hot side and sound like their slapping the sub speaker... good attack, but on the muddy side. They never seemed to be able to push the 50 -100 htz into muscle tissue, lol. The Sennhieser e-902's need a little more gain and low's on the EQ, but when dialed in... WOW! This mic comparison isn't even close! It was evident at our first show using these kick mic's with everyone's expression, especially our bass player, who's first comment was "wow!, that's nice!" Our sound guy was in heaven with the "muscle tissue punch" these deliver.After reading everyone's review on this Sennheiser e-902 mic, I too purchaced 2 quick disconnects to goe with these mic's, and glad I did, they work awesome! Easy on easy off and built from brass! So folks, I hope this review helps make a decision easier. I took a chance, and am so glad I did... the Sennheiser e-902 bass mike is a fantastic choice! I assure you, you will not be sorry on their purchase... if you want an average priced bass mic with superior sound, construction and performance, make this your choice as I did... I LOVE them!

Perfect sound out of the box

I bought this to replace my CAD kick drum mic. After a couple of years struggling with the CAD, I decided I wasn't going to get the sound I was after with something cheap. It was between this and a D6. While the Audix sounds amazing, this took it in versatility (in my opinion). I'll be recording bass amps too, so having something not so tailored to just a kick drum was inviting. So, I took a chance with this and couldn't be happier. Right out of the box, it sounded great. So much so, that it brought a smile to my face. Low end thump, beater attack, all with about 30 seconds of placement invested. The feel of this thing is top notch as well. All metal enclosure, good weight in the hand, but not too much for a mic stand to handle. Sennheiser did a great job with this.

Power!

I have a 24 in cannon kick drum, with no padding, (I know how to tune drums) I use remo ebony pinstripes on batter and single ply ebony with kick port in the resonant. This mic first of all, fits in the port to the enterior of the drum unlike the AKG D112. Meaning, I can very easily get that coveted click out of my kick. The mic is medium in weight, does not tip the stand, even the tri leg as it sets somewhat at the tipping side because of the edge of the drum. The permanent mic clip is the one thing that draws it back, but that can be resolved with a quick release adapter. You never have to un screw it again. So minor flaw that it is, is at least over comeable. The sound, is very clear and extreme punch on my yorkville pa. It cleans up what other standards leave ... MoreI have a 24 in cannon kick drum, with no padding, (I know how to tune drums) I use remo ebony pinstripes on batter and single ply ebony with kick port in the resonant. This mic first of all, fits in the port to the enterior of the drum unlike the AKG D112. Meaning, I can very easily get that coveted click out of my kick. The mic is medium in weight, does not tip the stand, even the tri leg as it sets somewhat at the tipping side because of the edge of the drum. The permanent mic clip is the one thing that draws it back, but that can be resolved with a quick release adapter. You never have to un screw it again. So minor flaw that it is, is at least over comeable. The sound, is very clear and extreme punch on my yorkville pa. It cleans up what other standards leave behind. My first choice is always sennheiser, a name I definitely know I can trust. Great for live performance! Audix? Audix who? For the money, my bet is on sennys. Of course, my bandaid box still has the durable sm57s just in case. And did I mention little to no eq mucking? This thing is a workhorse and reliable, as well as being easy and trouble free operation. Important unless you want your tech getting all the show spotlight. LOL! Get one, it cost the same as those other ones that this one out performs. Also, if you play double bass on a single kick, this one definitely and clearly defines each stroke no matter what tempo. What a great microphone. Like leaving a murky mud puddle for a freshwater spring. It does for the low end what glasses do for poor eyesight.

The best Bass Drum microphone!

This microphone gives a true picture of sound. I put it in the Bass drum port and was ready to roll! No problems. This is a great microphone. Be sure to get some quick release mike adapters, the threads are plastic and easily worn.

[Rewarded Review] Good Bass Drum Mic

I have had an AKG D112 for twenty years and decided to pull the trigger on this Sennheiser E902 mic. This one seems to capture a bit more of the tone and sustain of my 18" Gretsch bass drum. I will leave it on my studio kit and tune it in even more, but already I love it. The cable does stick out of the back (making it longer than the D112 whose cable sticks out perpendicular to the throw) but no big thang.