The EW-DX MKE 2/835-S SET from Sennheiser is a wireless microphone combo system. It includes one EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter, one MMD 835 cardioid dynamic capsule, one EW-DX SK bodypack transmitter, one MKE 2 lavalier microphone, one EW-DX EM 2 two-channel rackmount receiver, and two BA 70 rechargeable batteries.

The handheld transmitter comes with a built-in mute switch.

Available Configurations

Q1-9: 470.2 - 550 MHz
R1-9: 520 - 607.8 MHz
V5-7: 941.7 - 951.8 MHz & 953.05 - 956.05 MHz & 956.65 - 959.65 MHz

Sennheiser EW-DX MKE 2 / 835-S SET Features

2 channel half rack (9.5’)
Up to 88 MHz switching bandwidth
PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 3
Equidistant Channel Spacing: 146 channels in standard mode; 293 channels in Link Density Mode
Network enabled for control with Sennheiser Control Cockpit/media control system through a number of 3rd party modules
Clear and easy focused user interface with OLED display
Ethernet connectivity (IPv4 and IPv6)
Secure AES 256 encryption
External PSU 12V/1A
All-metal housing
10mW RF power with up to 100m/328ft working range
Charging contacts for in-device charging with CHG 70N
Persistent eInk display - parameters visible on screen even when device is not powered on
Programmable mute switch on EW-DX SKM-S - customize the device depending on your professional needs
Function buttons - control all the transmitter settings directly from handheld microphone
Extended runtime with lithium-ion batteries - up to 12 hours operation time
Standard capsule interface - compatible with a wide range of Sennheiser and Neumann capsules
Mic input trim control

EW-DX EM2 rack receiver1
EW-DX SK bodypack receiver1
EW-DX SKM-S handheld transmitter1
ME 2 lavalier microphone1
MMD 835 microphone module1
MZQ 1 microphone clamp1
Rod antenna2
Power supply with country adapters1
GA 3 rackmount set1
Rubber feet4
BA 70 rechargeable battery pack2

System
- Audio Link Frequency Ranges
- Bluetooth® Low Energy (BLE) frequency range: 2402 - 2480 MHz
- Audio Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (-3 dB) @ 3 dBfs
- Audio THD: ≤ -60 dB for 1 kHz @ -3 dBfs input level
- Dynamic Range: 134 dB
- System Latency: 1.9 ms
- Operating Temperature: 14°F to 131°F (-10°C to 55°C)
- Relative Humidity: 5 - 95% (non-condensing)
EW-DX EM 2 (rack receiver)
- Input Voltage: 11 - 13 V ⎓ or PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 0 (CAT5e or higher)
- Input Current: ≤ 1 A
- Transmit Power (radiated): BLE: max. 10 mW EIRP
- Audio Output Power: 18 dBu max
- Headphone Output: 2x 70 mW @ 32 Ω
- Ethernet
- Dimensions: 8.35x1.73x7.44"
- Weight: approx. 2.2 lbs (without antennas and power supply)
MMD 835 (microphone module)
- Transducer Principle: dynamic
- Sensitivity: 2.1 mV/Pa
- Sound Pressure Level: 154 dB SPL
- Pick-Up Pattern: cardioid
EW-DX SKM-S (handheld transmitter)
- Input Voltage: 2.0 - 4.35 V
- Input Current: < 300 mA
- Power Supply: 2 AA batteries 1.5 V (alkali manganese) or BA 70 rechargeable battery pack
- Occupied Bandwidth: 200 kHz
- Transmit Power (radiated)
- Dimensions (ø x l): 1.97x10.55" including MMD 835 module
- Weight: approx. 0.67 pounds (including MMD 835 module)
EW-DX SK (bodypack transmitter)
- Input Voltage: 2.0 - 4.35V
- Input Current: < 300 mAEW-DX SK (bodypack transmitter)
- Power Supply: 2 AA batteries 1.5V (alkali manganese) or BA 70 rechargeable battery pack
- Occupied Bandwidth: 200 kHZ
- Transmit Power (radiated)
- Dimensions (without antenna): 2.5x3.35x0.79"
- Weight (without batteries): approx. 0.27 lbs
MKE 2 (lavalier microphone)
- Transducer Principle: pre-polarized condenser microphone
- Pick-Up Pattern: omni-directional
- Sensitivity (free field, no load) (1kHz): 5 mV/Pa +- 3dB
- Max SPL at 1kHz: 142 dB
- Frequency Response: 20 to 20,000Hz
- Equivalent Noise Level A-weighted: 26 dB
- Connector: 3.5mm jack
- Cable Length: approx. 63"
- Supply Voltage: 7.5V

The EW-D SKM-S

Boasting a rugged metal construction and enjoying up to 12 hours of runtime, EW-DX SKM is built to meet the challenges of live sound head-on. Other features include an easy-to-read E-Ink display and charging contacts for in-device charging.

The MMD 835

Experience state-of-the-art live sound with the e835 capsule. Its cardioid pickup pattern rejects background noise from the sides and rear.

The EW-DX SK

Designed to work with a wide range of Sennheiser headset or lavalier microphones, this compact bodypack transmitter is ideal for musicians and public speakers who want reliable, hands-free audio.

The MKE 2

So small it’s easy to conceal among clothing and costumes, this subminiature lavalier’s omnidirectional polar pattern nevertheless picks up tons of audio and delivers natural, uncolored sound. Its moisture-resistant, low-mass diaphragm exhibits extraordinary transient response.

The EW-DX EM 2

Compatible with EW-D handheld, bodypack, and table-stand transmitters, this two-channel, half-rack (9.5”) receiver features extended 88 MHz switching bandwidth, intermodulation-free operation for up to 293 channels with secure AES 256 encryption, and a redundant power supply via Power over Ethernet (PoE).

More about Sennheiser's EW-DX Series

Take the complexities out of wireless audio, all while enjoying sophisticated tools that help you easily set up and operate your system. Delivering peak performance, EW-DX offers seamless product pairing and management that is reliable and intuitive. This wireless series builds on decades of research, utilizes refined technologies, and incorporates sophisticated tools to deliver a scalable digital UHF system.

Effortlessly take control and monitor your mic system from your mobile device with tools like Sennheiser’s Control Cockpit, Wireless Systems Manager (WSM), or Smart Assist app that provide a detailed system view in complex, networked environments. Equidistant channel spacing, auto scan, and Bluetooth® Low Energy sync allow you to coordinate and set frequencies with the push of a button. Auto Scan assigns channels so you can pack more channels more reliably, without risking intermodulation interference. The equidistant frequency grid allocates more channels per available space. Meanwhile, automatic RF setup allows for easy in-room multi-channel installations.

Choose a system that consistently delivers reliable, high-quality audio, even in the most demanding and sensitive environments. EW-DX boasts a digital UHF transmission enhanced by a wide dynamic range and ultra-low latency that effortlessly keeps up with every detail of your sound. Sennheiser’s proprietary SePac audio codec and innovative conversion technology sum up to deliver outstanding audio transparency along the entire signal chain, from the moment your sound is captured by a transmitter to the time it reaches your audience’s ears.

EW-DX’s Intelligent Switching Diversity digital system enables antenna switching between audio frames to deliver a stable connection without audible artifacts. In transmitters with a 134 dB dynamic range, no sensitivity settings are required. Other features include in-device charging, 12-hour battery operation, and switching bandwidth up to 88 MHz.

Dante® network audio, Ethernet control ports, and AES-256 encryption allow EW-DX to be securely transmitted and placed on IT networks. Link Density Mode packs even more channels into a dedicated space while making the most of interchangeable series components across the Evolution Wireless Digital line. Customize your setup with accessories that help manage power and signal distribution.

In The Box

EW-DX MKE 2 / 835-S SET Data Sheet

Sennheiser EW-DX MKE 2/835-S SET Wireless Microphone Combo System