The Sennheiser e 835-S is a handheld cardioid dynamic microphone fine-tuned for vocals. The voice will shine through with clarity whether on stage or in the studio. It will handle extremely high sound pressure levels of up to 150 dB and is equipped with an advanced internal shockmount to eliminate handling noises. Its minimal proximity effect delivers a consistent and stable vocal sound quality across varying distances even with the rapid movement that often accompanies live performances. Those features together with its incredibly rugged construction and an added on/off switch position the Sennheiser e385-S as an excellent and affordable stage mic that's built to last for lots of gigs and mileage.