Taiwanese singer and global star A-Mei has used an MM 445 Sennheiser capsule, combined with the SKM 6000 handheld transmitter, for her latest, ongoing international tour.
A-Mei is a longstanding user of Sennheiser audio equipment, from her previous 5000 series analogue microphone system to the current Digital 6000 system. Until recently, her capsule of choice was the MD 9235, which the singer used for the “Long Time No See TikTok Summer Concert 2021” and the “ASMR World Tour” in 2022 and 2023.
But earlier this year, Chen Qiyao (Yao), A-Mei’s monitor engineer for the tour, tested various Sennheiser microphone capsules on the SKM 6000 handheld transmitter, and ultimately decided on an MM 445 capsule.
Yao said: “During the trial, A-Mei sang just one line with the SKM 6000/MM 445 combo and was instantly amazed by the outstanding performance of the microphone. Her singing is rich in emotion and very delicate, with a strong sense of story. The high sensitivity of the MM 445 perfectly captures and reproduces the emotional changes and rich detail in her voice, making the performance more expressive and appealing.”
Sennheiser says the MM 445’s high-rejection super-cardioid pickup pattern is designed to give voices greater presence and directness during live performances.
Yao added: “A-Mei listens through floor monitors when she sings, so we needed a microphone with excellent rejection and S/N ratio. The MM 445 meets our requirements very well and delivers superb linearity. During monitoring, I rarely have to re-adjust the volume. A-Mei can hear her own voice consistently and stably, which allows her to concentrate fully on the performance.”
Yao concluded: “Live performance is an instantaneous art. Every moment is unique. Therefore, the reliability and excellent sound performance of the microphone are crucial. The digital transmission technology of the D6000 is reassuring, while the high sampling rate makes the sound experience more detailed, making it an excellent partner for singers on tour.”
The ASMR World Tour features striking stage and lighting designs that integrate with A-Mei’s performance.
