Wireless Lavalier Microphone Sennheiser EW‑D ME2 SET — UHF 470.2–526 MHz, Omnidirectional ME2, Max SPL 130 dB

The Sennheiser EW‑D ME2 SET is a wireless lavalier microphone system comprising a stationary receiver and an ME2 omnidirectional lavalier capsule. The system operates in the UHF band at 470.2–526 MHz and includes two external antenna connectors, an XLR‑3 output, and a rackmounting kit. The ME2 capsule has a sensitivity of 17 mV/Pa and a maximum SPL of 130 dB. The portable transmitter supports batteries or a rechargeable accumulator and the receiver features a display for status and settings.

Advantages

The set offers reliable UHF wireless transmission across 470.2–526 MHz with low harmonic distortion (THD ≤ -60 dB at 1 kHz). The omnidirectional ME2 capsule provides consistent pickup for close-miking applications. The receiver’s two external antenna connectors and XLR‑3 output support professional integration, while the included rackmounting kit simplifies installation in fixed setups. The transmitter’s lightweight design and battery/accumulator power option allow flexible portable use.

Suitable for

• Interviews and field reporting
• Presentations and corporate events
• Theatre and live sound reinforcement for single vocal sources
• Video production where discreet lavalier miking is required

Key specifications

• Operating frequency range: 470.2–526 MHz (UHF)
• Maximum temperature (storage/operation): 55 °C; minimum operating temperature: -10 °C
• Harmonic distortion (THD): ≤ -60 dB at 1 kHz
• Non-operating relative humidity (non-condensing): 5–95%
• Microphone capsule type: Omnidirectional lavalier (ME2)
• Microphone sensitivity: 17 mV/Pa
• Maximum sound pressure level (SPL): 130 dB
• Headphone frequency response (monitoring): 50–17,000 Hz
• Cable length (lavalier to transmitter): 1.6 m
• Transmitter dimensions: 80 × 63 × 20 mm; weight: 120 g
• Power source (transmitter): Batteries or rechargeable accumulator
• Receiver type: Stationary receiver with display; dimensions: 44 × 189 × 212 mm; weight: 1 kg
• Connectivity: 2 × external antenna connectors, XLR‑3 output, 3.5 mm connector (1)
• Bluetooth: Yes

How to use

Attach the ME2 omnidirectional lavalier capsule to the talent and route the 1.6 m cable to the portable transmitter, then power the transmitter using batteries or an accumulator. Mount the stationary receiver in a rack or place it on a stable surface, connect antennas to the external antenna connectors and run an XLR cable from the receiver’s XLR‑3 output to a mixer or recorder. Power on both transmitter and receiver, select matching frequency within the 470.2–526 MHz range, and verify signal on the receiver display. Monitor audio via the receiver’s headphone output or the connected mixer and adjust gain to avoid clipping below the 130 dB max SPL threshold.

Recommendations

Place the receiver where antenna placement has clear line-of-sight to the transmitter and avoid placing the transmitter near large metal objects or sources of RF interference. Use the receiver display to confirm signal strength and choose a UHF frequency clear of local interference. Do not open the unit housing; follow manufacturer service guidelines.