This is a cardioid dynamic microphone designed for miking snares, toms and other percussion instruments. The compact microphone has an excellent response to the fast attack and high SPL capability, as well as a rugged build and shock mount capsule that are ideal for drum applications. The excellent sound profiling of the e904 delivers a performance suitable for all percussive styles. The Sennheiser microphone provides precise attacks and flexible sound designs due to the quick transient and consistent frequency responses of the e904.