{"id":23994,"date":"2023-03-14T09:00:09","date_gmt":"2023-03-14T09:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/?p=23994"},"modified":"2023-03-14T09:37:06","modified_gmt":"2023-03-14T09:37:06","slug":"sennheiser-profile-usb-microphone-a-hands-on-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/sennheiser-profile-usb-microphone-a-hands-on-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Sennheiser Profile USB Microphone &#8211; A Hands-On Review"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/sennheiser-profile-usb-microphone-a-hands-on-review\/#From_XLR_to_USB%E2%80%A6\" >From XLR to USB&#8230;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/sennheiser-profile-usb-microphone-a-hands-on-review\/#How_easy_is_it_to_set_up_the_Profile\" >How easy is it to set up the Profile?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/sennheiser-profile-usb-microphone-a-hands-on-review\/#How_does_the_Profile_sound\" >How does the Profile sound?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/sennheiser-profile-usb-microphone-a-hands-on-review\/#The_Profile_on_vocals\" >The Profile on vocals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/sennheiser-profile-usb-microphone-a-hands-on-review\/#The_Profile_on_guitar\" >The Profile on guitar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/sennheiser-profile-usb-microphone-a-hands-on-review\/#The_Profile_on_other_sounds\" >The Profile on other sounds<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/sennheiser-profile-usb-microphone-a-hands-on-review\/#What_features_does_the_Profile_have\" >What features does the Profile have?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/sennheiser-profile-usb-microphone-a-hands-on-review\/#What_do_the_controls_do\" >What do the controls do?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/sennheiser-profile-usb-microphone-a-hands-on-review\/#Final_thoughts\" >Final thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Intro&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p>Sennheiser\u2019s brand-new USB condenser microphone, the <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Sennheiser-Profile-USB-Condenser-Microphone\/5EEP\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sennheiser Profile<\/a><\/strong>, has just been released, and we were lucky enough to review it. Aimed at content creators, podcasters, and live streamers, this microphone aims to deliver quality vocals with ease.<\/p>\n<p>So, what does it sound like, what is it good at, and what features does it have? Let\u2019s take a look!<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;From XLR to USB&#8230;&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_XLR_to_USB%E2%80%A6\"><\/span>From XLR to USB&#8230;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-24070 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/Sennheiser-Profile-USB-mic-in-use-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Sennheiser Profile USB mic in use \" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/Sennheiser-Profile-USB-mic-in-use-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/Sennheiser-Profile-USB-mic-in-use-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/Sennheiser-Profile-USB-mic-in-use-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/Sennheiser-Profile-USB-mic-in-use-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/Sennheiser-Profile-USB-mic-in-use-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/Sennheiser-Profile-USB-mic-in-use-1280x1280.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/Sennheiser-Profile-USB-mic-in-use-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/Sennheiser-Profile-USB-mic-in-use-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/Sennheiser-Profile-USB-mic-in-use.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>I\u2019ve always been sceptical of USB microphones.<\/p>\n<p>Maybe I\u2019m an XLR purist, or maybe my opinion was coloured by a lot of the entry-level early USB microphones released in the past decade or so, which I found extremely noisy and unpleasant-sounding.<\/p>\n<p>For a long time, my opinion was that XLR microphones simply sounded better and were more versatile. And I already had a great audio interface for running them, so why would I ever bother with a USB microphone?<\/p>\n<p>The difference is that a lot of the technology that goes into these mics has advanced since I first formed my opinion.<\/p>\n<p>So when I was asked to check out the Profile, I wasn\u2019t sure if I\u2019d come back convinced \u2013 but I was curious to see how the leaps in technology would reflect on its performance.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;How easy is it to set up the Profile?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_easy_is_it_to_set_up_the_Profile\"><\/span>How easy is it to set up the Profile?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When I first unboxed the Profile, everything was pretty much instant; I attached the baseplate (included), plugged in the cable, and was ready to go.<\/p>\n<p>I was anticipating having to install a software mixer to access more advanced features, but it seems as though Sennheiser have very intentionally avoided this for ease of use.<\/p>\n<p>The second I plugged it in, the LED rings around the controls instantly lit up, and my DAW recognised it as an input source.<\/p>\n<p>The only thing left to do was start testing and see how it sounded.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-24072 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-close-up-of-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-Microphone.jpg\" alt=\"A close-up of the Sennheiser Profile USB Microphone\" width=\"1330\" height=\"665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-close-up-of-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-Microphone.jpg 1330w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-close-up-of-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-Microphone-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-close-up-of-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-Microphone-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-close-up-of-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-Microphone-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-close-up-of-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-Microphone-1080x540.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-close-up-of-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-Microphone-1280x640.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-close-up-of-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-Microphone-980x490.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-close-up-of-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-Microphone-480x240.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1330px) 100vw, 1330px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;How does the Profile sound?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_the_Profile_sound\"><\/span>How does the Profile sound?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When testing the Profile, I have to admit that my preconceptions of USB microphones were shattered pretty quickly.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019ve tried old USB microphones and USB-powered synthesizers and immediately hated the noise floor on them, but I found no such issue here. The noise floor on the Profile was close to many of the affordable large diaphragm condensers I\u2019ve used, only really noticeable at high gain settings \u2013 at which point any signal would probably be clipping anyway.<\/p>\n<p>Aimed at content creators of all stripes, the Profile is built for podcasters, streamers, and videographers, and it absolutely shows. Sennheiser have delivered on their promise with this microphone, with a simple setup and operation process and great sound.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Profile_on_vocals\"><\/span>The Profile on vocals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-24073 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-man-using-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-mic-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"A man using the Sennheiser Prodile USB mic\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-man-using-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-mic-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-man-using-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-mic-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-man-using-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-mic-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-man-using-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-mic-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-man-using-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-mic-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-man-using-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-mic-1280x1280.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-man-using-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-mic-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-man-using-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-mic-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-man-using-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-mic.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Naturally, I tested the Profile out on my own voice first, both on recordings, and on call with a few friends. This is the most important element given how most people will be using it.<\/p>\n<p>The Profile delivers a warm, smooth sound with a very extended bass, which really brings out a presence in the lower register. This is balanced with a slight dip in the low-mids to cut muddiness and a treble boost with a smooth roll-off.<\/p>\n<p>It reminds me slightly of the <strong><a href=\"\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Audio-Technica-AT2020-Cardioid-Condenser-Microphone\/6JL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Audio Technica AT2020<\/a><\/strong>, but with more brightness and presence in the high-end &#8211; which comes off a little more natural-sounding to my ears.<\/p>\n<p>The cause of this sound is clearly the unique construction of the microphone capsule.<\/p>\n<p>Sennheiser have a respectable pedigree in XLR microphone design. Their other offerings like the <strong><a href=\"\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Sennheiser-e906-Dynamic-Instrument-Microphone\/RUI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">e906<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Sennheiser-MD-421-II-Dynamic-Instrument-and-Vocal-Microphone\/UDC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MD 421 II<\/a><\/strong> definitely back this up as they&#8217;re now standard instrument microphones in many professional studios.<\/p>\n<p>So, instead of the typical capsule design used in most USB microphones, the precise engineering behind the <strong>German-made KE 10 capsule<\/strong> &#8211; seen in some of their shotgun condenser microphones &#8211; provides a frequency response and sound clarity that feels familiar but distinct.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Profile_on_guitar\"><\/span>The Profile on guitar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Having proven itself a good choice for voice, I decided to test a few extra sources with the Profile, just to see how well it could handle other sound types.<\/p>\n<p>The second test was with an acoustic guitar, which offered a warm and full-bodied response. I tend to find similar frequencies pleasing on both vocals and guitar, so its sound character worked really well on this too.<\/p>\n<p>For any creators with musical talent who like to jam on stream, write songs for videos, or make music-based content, the Profile could be a great, affordable start.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-24075 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-guitarist-using-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-microphone.jpg\" alt=\"A guitarist using the Sennheiser Profile USB microphone\" width=\"1330\" height=\"665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-guitarist-using-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-microphone.jpg 1330w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-guitarist-using-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-microphone-600x300.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-guitarist-using-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-microphone-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-guitarist-using-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-microphone-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-guitarist-using-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-microphone-1080x540.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-guitarist-using-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-microphone-1280x640.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-guitarist-using-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-microphone-980x490.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-guitarist-using-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-microphone-480x240.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1330px) 100vw, 1330px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Profile_on_other_sounds\"><\/span>The Profile on other sounds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-24076 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/The-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-microphone-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"The Sennheiser Profile USB microphone\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/The-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-microphone-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/The-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-microphone-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/The-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-microphone-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/The-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-microphone-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/The-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-microphone-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/The-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-microphone-1280x1280.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/The-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-microphone-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/The-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-microphone-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/The-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-microphone.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>I also tested the Sennheiser Profile on some foley recordings for a film I\u2019m currently working on.<\/p>\n<p>This was where I really noticed the shotgun microphone heritage of the KE 10 capsule. Since it was borrowed from the well-respected <strong><a href=\"\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Sennheiser-MKE-600-Shotgun-Microphone\/2R19\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MKE 600<\/a><\/strong> condenser frequently used in film and TV audio, I knew it would handle this well.<\/p>\n<p>I found the Profile a little warmer and more boosted in the high mids than the generally flat response I\u2019d want for this kind of audio work, but that\u2019s to be expected from a microphone tuned for vocals.<\/p>\n<p>Its smooth roll-off in the highs and lows and snappy transient response still caught all the details I wanted it to while sounding natural, and I could easily dial in EQ to match the recording to my tastes.<\/p>\n<p>This kind of recording is obviously not what the Profile\u2019s intended for, but it shows the mic\u2019s versatility. If you need to just add a few small effects into the background of a video to enhance things, it&#8217;s a huge step up from using the one built into your phone.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;What features does the Profile have?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_features_does_the_Profile_have\"><\/span>What features does the Profile have?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Profile is very much designed for simplicity. So, unlike some USB microphones, this mic comes as-is. No software for control or advanced settings &#8211; what you see is exactly what you get.<\/p>\n<p>I think this very much works to the benefit of the user; having a more streamlined mic setup makes life a whole lot easier. As a result of this choice, the controls you need are all on the front of the microphone, with LED rings to indicate active features.<\/p>\n<p>The only other feature left to consider is the headphone output on the rear, which allows for latency-free playback of whatever your microphone\u2019s recording and, using the mix control, your device audio. 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When active, this control will light up the surrounding LED ring red, which makes knowing when your mic\u2019s live incredibly easy. This is ideal for streaming or voice calls especially &#8211; if you ever encounter an unexpected interruption or you want to get up and take a break, you can just press and go.<\/p>\n<p>Secondly, there&#8217;s a gain dial for setting your input level. The LED ring around this control gives you signal input feedback, lighting up when audio is detected and clipping indication. This makes it easy to set the right levels and avoid distorted signals.<\/p>\n<p>The third control is a mix control for the direct-monitoring headphone output on the back. 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I was anticipating having to install a software mixer to access more advanced features, but it seems as though Sennheiser have very intentionally avoided this for ease of use.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":24082,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<p>Sennheiser\u2019s brand-new USB condenser microphone, the <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Sennheiser-Profile-USB-Condenser-Microphone\/5EEP\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sennheiser Profile<\/a><\/strong>, has just been released, and we were lucky enough to review it. Aimed at content creators, podcasters, and live streamers, this microphone aims to deliver quality vocals with ease. So, what does it sound like, what is it good at, and what features does it have? Let\u2019s take a look!<\/p><hr \/><h3>From XLR to USB...<\/h3><p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-24070 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/Sennheiser-Profile-USB-mic-in-use-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Sennheiser Profile USB mic in use \" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>I\u2019ve always been sceptical of USB microphones.<\/p><p>Maybe I\u2019m an XLR purist, or maybe my opinion was coloured by a lot of the entry-level early USB microphones released in the past decade or so, which I found extremely noisy and unpleasant-sounding.<\/p><p>For a long time, my opinion was that XLR microphones simply sounded better and were more versatile. And I already had a great audio interface for running them, so why would I ever bother with a USB microphone?<\/p><p>The difference is that a lot of the technology that goes into these mics has advanced a lot since I first formed my opinion.<\/p><p>So when I was asked to check out the Profile, I wasn\u2019t sure if I\u2019d come back convinced \u2013 but I was curious to see how the leaps in technology would reflect on its performance.<\/p><hr \/><h3>How easy is it to set up the Profile?<\/h3><p>When I first unboxed the Profile, everything was pretty much instant; I attached the baseplate (included), plugged in the cable, and was ready to go.<\/p><p>I was anticipating having to install a software mixer to access more advanced features, but it seems as though Sennheiser have very intentionally avoided this for ease of use.<\/p><p>The second I plugged it in, the LED rings around the controls instantly lit up, and my DAW recognised it as an input source.<\/p><p>The only thing left to do was start testing and see how it sounded.<\/p><p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-24072 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-close-up-of-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-Microphone.jpg\" alt=\"A close-up of the Sennheiser Profile USB Microphone\" width=\"1330\" height=\"665\" \/><\/p><hr \/><h3>How does the Profile sound?<\/h3><p>When testing the Profile, I have to admit that my preconceptions of USB microphones were shattered pretty quickly.<\/p><p>I\u2019ve tried old USB microphones and USB-powered synthesizers and immediately hated the noise floor on them, but I found no such issue here. The noise floor on the Profile was close to many of the affordable large diaphragm condensers I\u2019ve used, only really noticeable at high gain settings \u2013 at which point any signal would probably be clipping anyway.<\/p><p>Aimed at content creators of all stripes, the Profile is built for podcasters, streamers, and videographers, and it absolutely shows. Sennheiser have delivered on their promise with this microphone, with a simple setup and operation process and great sound.<\/p><hr \/><h4>The Profile on vocals<\/h4><p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-24073 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-man-using-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-mic-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"A man using the Sennheiser Prodile USB mic\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>Naturally, I tested the Profile out on my own voice first, both on recordings, and on call with a few friends. This is the most important element given how most people will be using it.<\/p><p>The Profile delivered a warm and smooth sound with very extended bass, which really brings out a presence in the lower register. This is balanced with a slight dip in the low-mids to cut muddiness and a treble boost with a smooth roll-off.<\/p><p>It reminds me slightly of the <strong><a href=\"\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Audio-Technica-AT2020-Cardioid-Condenser-Microphone\/6JL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Audio Technica AT2020<\/a><\/strong>, but with more brightness and presence in the high-end which comes off a little more natural-sounding to my ears.<\/p><p>The cause of this sound is clearly the unique construction of the microphone capsule.<\/p><p>Sennheiser have a respectable pedigree in XLR microphone design. Their other offerings like the <strong><a href=\"\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Sennheiser-e906-Dynamic-Instrument-Microphone\/RUI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">e906<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Sennheiser-MD-421-II-Dynamic-Instrument-and-Vocal-Microphone\/UDC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MD 421 II<\/a><\/strong> definitely back this up as they're now standard instrument microphones in many professional studios.<\/p><p>So, instead of the typical capsule design used in most USB microphones, the precise engineering behind the German-made KE 10 capsule - seen in some of their shotgun condenser microphones - provides a frequency response and sound clarity that feels familiar but distinct.<\/p><hr \/><h4>The Profile on guitar<\/h4><p>Having proven itself a good choice for voice, I decided to test a few extra sources with the Profile, just to see how well it could handle other sound types.<\/p><p>The second test was with an acoustic guitar, which offered a warm and full-bodied response. I tend to find similar frequencies pleasing on both vocals and guitar, so its sound character worked really well on this too.<\/p><p>For any creators with musical talent who like to jam on stream, write songs for videos, or make music-based content, the Profile could be a great, affordable start.<\/p><p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-24075 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/A-guitarist-using-the-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-microphone.jpg\" alt=\"A guitarist using the Sennheiser Profile USB microphone\" width=\"1330\" height=\"665\" \/><\/p><hr \/><h4>The Profile on other sounds<\/h4><p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-24076 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/The-Sennheiser-Profile-USB-microphone-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"The Sennheiser Profile USB microphone\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>I also tested the Sennheiser Profile on some foley recordings for a film I\u2019m currently working on.<\/p><p>This was where I really noticed the shotgun microphone heritage of the KE 10 capsule. Since it was borrowed from the well-respected <strong><a href=\"\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Sennheiser-MKE-600-Shotgun-Microphone\/2R19\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MKE 600<\/a><\/strong> condenser frequently used in film and TV audio, I knew it would handle this well.<\/p><p>I found the Profile a little warmer and more boosted in the high mids than the generally flat response I\u2019d want for this kind of audio work, but that\u2019s to be expected from a microphone tuned for vocals.<\/p><p>Its smooth roll-off in the highs and lows and snappy transient response still caught all the details I wanted it to while sounding natural, and I could easily dial in EQ to match the recording to my tastes.<\/p><p>This kind of recording is obviously not what the Profile\u2019s intended for, but it shows the mic\u2019s versatility. If you need to just add a few small effects into the background of a video to enhance things, it's a huge step up from using the one built into your phone.<\/p><hr \/><h3>What features does the Profile have?<\/h3><p>The Profile is very much designed for simplicity. So, unlike some USB microphones, this mic comes as-is. No software for control or advanced settings - what you see is exactly what you get.<\/p><p>I think this very much works to the benefit of the user; having a more streamlined mic setup makes life a whole lot easier. As a result of this choice, the controls you need are all on the front of the microphone, with LED rings to indicate active features.<\/p><p>The only other feature left to consider is the headphone output on the rear, which allows for latency-free playback of whatever your microphone\u2019s recording and, using the mix control, your device audio. Even if you have an audio interface, its monitoring outputs can create some latency, so having this option makes sure you hear everything in real-time.<\/p><p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-24077 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/The-Sennheiser-Profile-mic-on-a-desk-with-a-laptop.jpg\" alt=\"The Sennheiser Profile mic on a desk with a laptop \" width=\"1330\" height=\"665\" \/><\/p><hr \/><h4>What do the controls do?<\/h4><p>The top control is a mute button for instantly cutting out your signal. When active, this control will light up the surrounding LED ring red, which makes knowing when your mic\u2019s live incredibly easy. This is ideal for streaming or voice calls, especially - if you ever encounter an unexpected interruption or you want to get up and take a break, you can just press and go.<\/p><p>Secondly, there's a gain dial for setting your input level. The LED ring around this control gives you signal input feedback, lighting up when audio is detected and clipping indication. This makes it easy to set the right levels and avoid distorted signals.<\/p><p>The third control is a mix control for the direct-monitoring headphone output on the back. This adjusts the volume between your device\u2019s audio playback and your own microphone signal, letting you balance your voice against the rest of your stream\u2019s sound, voice call, or edited video playback when doing voiceover work.<\/p><p>Finally, the fourth control is a straightforward volume control for the headphone output, so you can dial in a comfortable listening level for your monitoring.<\/p><p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-24079 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2023\/03\/The-Sennheiser-Profile.jpg\" alt=\"The Sennheiser Profile\" width=\"1330\" height=\"665\" \/><\/p><hr \/><h3>Final thoughts<\/h3><p>Overall, I was very impressed by the Profile. It\u2019s a solid USB microphone with a great sound that's simple and immediate to operate, which ticked every box I had for a product like this.<\/p><p>I particularly enjoyed its warm, full-bodied sound, and found it surprisingly adaptable. 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