Profile Sennheiser
USB Microphone

Sennheiser Profile, cardioid USB-C microphone designed to facilitate streaming and podcasting. The expertise of the German specialist, a guarantee of quality, reliability and performance, is now available to everyone!

ARTICLE N° 88956
  • Sennheiser Profile USB-C Base Set
  • Powered by USB-C (macOS/iPadOS/Windows/Android)
  • Cardioid condenser capsule for professional sound and off-axis rejection
  • Adjustable tilt with self-locking joint for optimal positioning
  • Mute button with LED ring to indicate activation
  • Gain control with LED ring to indicate power and audio clipping
  • Mix control to balance microphone and device levels
  • Frequency response: 20 to 20,000 Hz
  • Sampling frequency: 44.1, 48 kHz
  • Sampling resolution: 16, 24 Bit
  • USB Type-C port (USB 2.0 Full-Speed)
  • 3.5 mm mini-jack headphone output for audio monitoring
  • Headphone volume control
  • Robust metal housing and high-quality finish
  • This base set includes microphone, table stand, and 1.2 m USB-C cable
  • Durable table stand with 3/8" and 5/8" mounting options
  • System requirements:
  • Windows: 10.0 or later
  • macOS: 10.15 or later
  • Android: 9.0 or later
  • iPadOS: 14 or later (Compatible with USB-C enabled Apple devices)
  • Microphone dimensions: Ø 50 x 152 mm (159.7 mm when placed on its base)
  • Microphone weight: 350 g
  • Table stand dimensions: Ø 98 x 18 mm
  • Stand weight: 60 g
The Profile USB-C Microphone is the perfect marriage of performance and accessibility, THE microphone that gamers, podcasters and streamers dream of: it is simple and intuitive, reliable and solid (with its metal body and its well-fixed rotary potentiometers, you will notice a real feeling of quality when you have it in your hand), all you have to do is focus on your voice which will be highlighted.

Built around an award-winning cardioid electrostatic capsule, this USB-C powered microphone prioritizes audio quality and design in order to meet a growing demand for simplicity without sacrificing performance or quality, all within an affordable budget. It is ideal for users of all levels. in podcasting or streaming mode but also in gaming mode or simply videoconferencing.

Manage the sound of your USB Profile using three basic controls:
- Gain for the microphone level
- Mix to balance the sound of the microphone and that of your device
- Volume to adjust the listening level on the headphones (monitoring)

As a bonus, a mute button can cut the sound inaudibly during recording or live streaming.

In terms of design, the USB Profile allows for optimum positioning to guarantee the best possible recording quality. Its tilt is adjustable, with a self-locking joint to direct the microphone towards the sound source (usually your voice). Depending on your needs, the Profile can be mounted on the compact table base that comes with the basic set presented here, or on a high-quality articulated table arm typical of radio studios.

Truly plug-and-play: you unpack it, connect it via USB and it works immediately, no driver installation will be necessary. The Profile USB Microphone by Sennheiser will meet all your needs in terms of recording, streaming, entertainment: it will inspire you.
Integrated AN/NA converter
 Yes
Directivity
 Cardioid
Headphone output
 1
Lamp microphone
 No
Power supply
 Via USB bus
Acoustic pressure (dB)
 125
Capsule type
 Capacitor
Application
 Home / HiFi / Rec, Video / broadcast, Speaking voice
Frequency response, low limit
 20 Hz
Frequency response, upper limit
 20 kHz
Available in a Streaming Set version with an articulating arm with internal cable management (instead of the table stand supplied in the Base Set version shown here), a 3 m USB-C cable (instead of 1.2 m) and a microphone pouch.

The sound you want:
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned professional looking to simplify your setup, the Profile delivers a warm, natural sound that accentuates the body and presence of the human voice. Built around a German-made capsule, this cardioid condenser microphone delivers sound that will impress you and your audience right out of the box. And to ensure you get the best sound, the multi-function LED ring changes from green to orange when your signal is too strong.

Control at your fingertips:
Don't get me wrong, software is useful... but being able to control your sound with the turn of a dial makes all the difference in the heat of the moment. The Gain control lets you adjust the microphone sensitivity, effectively setting the level of your session. The Mix control balances the levels between your microphone and your device so you can hear what matters most to you. The dedicated Volume control gives you easy access to your headset level control, while a mute button lets you discreetly mute the microphone.

Form and function:
Sound quality is all about microphone placement. The Profile Streaming Set features a sleek, modern articulating boom arm that’s perfect for getting in front of the camera. Internal cable management and an included 3m USB-C cable provide flexible positioning and help free up your workspace. For best results, position the Profile no more than 15cm from the sound source to ensure clarity and warmth in your audio.

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