Sennheiser e 945 Instruction Manual

Introduction

The Sennheiser e 945 is a dynamic, super-cardioid vocal microphone designed for stage use, offering exceptional presence and feedback rejection.

Important Safety Information

• Please read this instruction manual carefully and completely before using the product.
• Make this instruction manual easily accessible to all users at all times.
• Always include this instruction manual when passing the product on to third parties.

Before operation

• Never open the housing of the product. If products are opened by customers in breach of this instruction, the warranty becomes null and void.
• Only use attachments, accessories or spare parts specified by Sennheiser.

During operation

• Liquids entering the product can short-circuit the electronics or damage the mechanics. Keep all liquids away from the product.
• Solvents or cleansing agents can damage the surface of the product. Only use a soft, slightly damp cloth to clean the product.
• Do not expose the product to extreme temperatures.

After operation

• Handle the product with care and store it in a clean, dust-free environment.

Intended use

Intended use includes:

• Having read this instruction manual, especially the chapter "Important safety information".
• Using the product within the operating conditions and limitations described in this instruction manual.

"Improper use" means using the product other than as described in this instruction manual, or under operating conditions which differ from those described herein.

Product Overview

The e 945 renders the natural sounds of the voice in particularly forceful colors. Its extraordinary presence and full body effortlessly position the vocals in front of loud instruments whilst enriching the vocals with subtle warmth that gives them a lively fullness in the mix. The e 945 is the perfect choice for stages where the vocals require strong emphasis. Its extremely high resistance to feedback underscores the e 945's affinity for very high volume environments. Its solid performance makes it a reliable companion for countless uses.

Features

• Dynamic, super-cardioid microphone
• Enormous emphasis even on extremely loud stages
• Gives the voice warm, lively fullness
• Highly consistent directivity
• High feedback rejection
• Shock-mounted capsule
• Humbucking coil
• Extremely rugged metal housing

Package Contents

• 1 e 945 microphone
• 1 MZQ 800 microphone clamp
• 1 pouch
• 1 instruction manual

Product Details

Diagram A: Sennheiser e 945 microphone, showing:

• 1. Sound inlet basket
• 2. XLR-3 connector

Diagram B: Illustrates the super-cardioid polar pattern, showing sound pickup from the front and rejection from the sides and rear.

Diagram C: Shows microphone positioning relative to the sound source:

• 1. Close proximity (5-10 cm) for strong bass boost and powerful, direct sound.
• 2. Medium proximity (>10 cm) for less proximity effect and more room ambience, resulting in a natural, balanced sound.
• 3. Further distance for very little proximity effect and more room ambience, resulting in an indirect sound.

Using the Microphone

Positioning the Microphone (C)

If sibilance occurs: ▶️ Position the microphone slightly to the side and not directly in front of the mouth.

Positioning Monitor Loudspeakers (B)

▶️ To prevent feedback and crosstalk, position your monitor loudspeakers in the angle area of the highest cancellation of the microphone (approx. 120°).

Cleaning and Maintaining the e 945

⚠️ Liquids can damage the electronics of the product! Liquids entering the housing of the product can cause a short-circuit and damage the electronics.

• Keep all liquids away from the product.
• Do not use any solvents or cleansing agents.

▶️ Unscrew the sound inlet basket 1.

▶️ Remove the foam insert from the sound inlet basket 1.

▶️ Use a slightly damp cloth to clean the sound inlet basket 1 from the inside and outside.

▶️ Reinsert the foam insert into the sound inlet basket 1 and replace the sound inlet basket on the microphone and screw it tight.

Specifications

The polar diagram and the frequency response curve D can be found on the cover pages.

Connector Assignment

Diagrams show XLR and 6.3 mm connector pin assignments for balanced and unbalanced connections.

Technical Diagrams

Polar Diagrams (D)

Polar diagrams showing the microphone's directional sensitivity at various frequencies.

Frequency Response Curve

Frequency response curve showing the microphone's output level (dBV) versus frequency (Hz) at a distance of 1 meter and 0 degrees.

Application Guide

The following tables show the suitability of various Sennheiser microphones for different applications.

Microphone Suitability Chart (Models e 602-II to e 865)

Microphone Suitability Chart (Models e 901 to e 965)

Manufacturer Declarations

Warranty

Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG gives a warranty of 24 months on this product. For the current warranty conditions, please visit our website at www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner.

For Australia Only

Sennheiser goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. This warranty is in addition to other rights or remedies under law. Nothing in this warranty excludes, limits or modifies any liability of Sennheiser which is imposed by law, or limits or modifies any remedy available to the consumer which is granted by law.

To make a claim under this warranty, contact:

Sennheiser Australia Pty Ltd, Unit 3, 31 Gibbes Street Chatswood NSW 2067, AUSTRALIA.

Phone: (02) 9910 6700, email: service@sennheiser.com.au.

All expenses of claiming the warranty will be borne by the person making the claim.

The Sennheiser International Warranty is provided by Sennheiser Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 68 165 388 312), Unit 3, 31 Gibbes Street Chatswood NSW 2067 Australia.

Compliance

• WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU)
  ♻️ Please dispose of this product at the end of its operational lifetime by taking it to your local collection point or recycling center for such equipment.
• CE Declaration of Conformity
• RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU)
• EMC Directive (2004/108/EC)

The declaration is available at www.sennheiser.com.