{"product_id":"sennheiser-hme-27-broadcast-headset-electret-mic","title":"Sennheiser HME 27 Broadcast Headset, Electret Mic","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel tutor-markdown-rendering enable-luminous-fast-follows stronger enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_81ae0a2d9a34ccf8\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-busy=\"false\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eSennheiser HME 27 Professional Circumaural Broadcast Headset\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThe Sennheiser HME 27 (Current Article Number: \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"47\"\u003e700323\u003c\/b\u003e, Legacy: \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"63\"\u003e506977\u003c\/b\u003e) is a premium, reference-grade closed-back circumaural (over-ear) broadcast headset designed specifically for television announcers, radio personalities, and master control operators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003e\"E\" designation\u003c\/b\u003e within the 27-series family specifies its core hardware change: it replaces the dynamic microphone capsule with a high-output, permanently polarized \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"169\"\u003eelectret condenser capsule\u003c\/b\u003e. This gives the headset a wide frequency range and excellent transient response, matching the studio sound quality of a standalone condenser microphone while keeping the hands-free convenience of a boomset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eKey Acoustic and Operational Attributes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePre-Polarized BKE 4-4 Condenser Capsule:\u003c\/b\u003e Outfitted with an elite condenser element optimized specifically for vocal clarity and crisp speech presentation. It delivers an extended frequency response (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\" data-math=\"40\\text{ Hz}\" data-index-in-node=\"199\"\u003e$40\\text{ Hz}$\u003c\/span\u003e to \u003cspan class=\"math-inline\" data-math=\"20,000\\text{ Hz}\" data-index-in-node=\"215\"\u003e$20,000\\text{ Hz}$\u003c\/span\u003e) with an upper-mid presence lift that ensures voice translation remains distinct, even when mixed against loud ambient background elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHighly Directional Cardioid Pattern:\u003c\/b\u003e The microphone boom utilizes a precise cardioid pickup arc. It isolates the presenter's voice while rejecting room echoes and ambient off-axis spill, minimizing the risk of acoustic feedback loop issues near studio monitor speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOnboard Switchable ActiveGard Limiter:\u003c\/b\u003e Features an analog, mechanical switch-controlled ActiveGard circuit. When toggled on, it acts as an automatic safety buffer that tames unexpected incoming signal bursts over 110 dB SPL to shield the operator's hearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePressure-Free Two-Piece Split Headband:\u003c\/b\u003e Uses an automatically opening split headband structure that spreads apart to shift pressure away from the sensitive areas of the skull. A wide, solid padding wrap is also included in the box for engineers who prefer a traditional single-band profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eModular Multi-Pin Connection Base:\u003c\/b\u003e Ships from the factory with an un-cabled connector socket. This modular design interfaces with Sennheiser's Cable-II series (such as the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"172\"\u003eX3K1 XLR\/1\/4\" combo cable\u003c\/b\u003e), allowing technicians to replace damaged lines instantly or swap connection formats in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eTechnical Specifications Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature Parameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardware Specification Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eModel Reference Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,1,1,0\"\u003eHME 27\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOfficial Article Numbers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e700323\u003c\/b\u003e (Current Reference) \/ 506977 (Legacy)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGlobal Trade Product Code (UPC)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,0\"\u003e615104390300\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHeadphone Design \/ Coupling\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4,1,0\"\u003eDynamic, Closed-Back \/ Circumaural (Around-the-Ear)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHeadphone Nominal Impedance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e64 Ohms (Stereo Configuration)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHeadphone Frequency Response\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,6,1,0\"\u003e8 Hz to 18,000 Hz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMicrophone Transducer Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,7,1,0\"\u003ePre-Polarized Electret Condenser (BKE 4-4 Module)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMicrophone Pickup Pattern\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,8,1,0\"\u003eCardioid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMicrophone Frequency Response\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,9,1,0\"\u003e40 Hz to 20,000 Hz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaximum Sound Pressure Handling\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e128 dB SPL\u003c\/b\u003e (at 1 kHz, THD 1%)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMicrophone Operating Voltage Range\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,11,1,0\"\u003e5V to 15V DC Bias\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eActiveGard Safety Threshold\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,12,1,0\"\u003eSuppresses audio peaks exceeding 110 dB SPL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNet Structural Weight (No Cable)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,13,1,0\"\u003eApprox. 240 grams (8.46 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eIn the Box: Production Package Inventory\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e1 x Sennheiser HME 27\u003c\/b\u003e Broadcast Headset (Electret)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e1 x Broad Single Headband Converting Cushion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e1 x High-Density Wind and Pop Screen\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e1 x HZS 11 Cable Attachment Anchor Clip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e1 x Quick Start Technical Guide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e(Note: Connection cables are sold separately according to studio infrastructure needs).\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eField Configuration and Power Management Advice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePowering the Electret Condenser Capsule:\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike standard dynamic headsets that run passively, the HME 27's condenser microphone capsule requires operating power to function. If you are deploying this headset using the standard Cable II-X3K1 connector line hookup, ensure that \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0\" data-index-in-node=\"276\"\u003eP12 to P48 Phantom Power\u003c\/b\u003e is switched on at your console, field recorder, or intercom station. If phantom power is turned off on that channel strip, the headphones will still receive monitoring audio perfectly, but the microphone capsule will not output any signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePrecise Mechanical Boom Adjustments:\u003c\/b\u003e The flexible microphone boom arm can be swiveled 270 degrees, allowing the headset to be worn with the microphone extending from either the left or right ear cup. For clean vocal tracking without air interference, use the flexible middle portion of the boom to place the capsule roughly 2 centimeters out from the side of your mouth, ensuring the mic grille faces toward your lips rather than straight ahead. This prevents sudden breath bursts from causing low-frequency vocal popping on your broadcast line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sennheiser","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52073365111086,"sku":"SEN-700323","price":12863.9,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0801\/0157\/2910\/files\/SEN-700323_image1.jpg?v=1782465926","url":"https:\/\/shopvisuals.tv\/products\/sennheiser-hme-27-broadcast-headset-electret-mic","provider":"ShopVisuals.tv","version":"1.0","type":"link"}