Sennheiser debuts Spectera SKM handheld transmitter in India at PALM Expo 2026

Sennheiser demoed its latest professional audio technologies at the recently held PALM Expo 2026 in Mumbai. The showcase included the India debut of the upcoming Spectera SKM handheld transmitter. The company also demonstrated its Spectera wireless ecosystem, monitoring solutions, and wireless audio management tools, aimed at live production, broadcast, theater and content creation professionals. The transmitter features bi-directional functionality that allows users to remotely control parameters such as gain and low-cut settings. It is compatible with both Sennheiser and Neumann microphone capsules and is scheduled to be available from September 2026. The transmitter is part of Sennheiser's Spectera ecosystem, which is built on Wireless Multichannel Audio Systems (WMAS) technology. The platform combines microphones, in-ear monitoring, and control data within a single wideband RF channel, enabling wireless audio management through a single system.

Commenting on the showcase of the Spectra SKM handheld transmitter, Naveen Sridhara, Sales Director at Sennheiser India, said, “PALM Expo continues to be an important platform for engaging with the professional audio community and showcasing technologies that are shaping the future of audio. This year, we were pleased to present Spectera and the Spectera SKM handheld transmitter in India, reflecting our commitment to developing flexible, intelligent, and high-performance solutions for evolving production workflows. The conversations and feedback at the show further reinforce the growing momentum around next-generation wireless technologies.”

What we know about Sennheiser Spectera ecosystem

At the exhibition, Sennheiser demonstrated a complete Spectera workflow, including the Spectera Base Station, SEK bodypacks, integrated antennas and the WebUI interface for real-time monitoring and control. According to the company, the Spectera platform supports up to 64 channels, comprising 32 inputs and 32 outputs, through a single 1RU base station. The system is designed for live sound, broadcast and theatre environments that require flexible wireless audio deployments.

Alongside Spectera, Sennheiser also displayed the new HD 480 Pro closed-back monitoring headphones. The headphones are designed for recording, tracking and monitoring applications across studio and live audio environments. Visitors were also able to experience SoundBase, a software platform designed for wireless audio management and RF planning. The company said the tool enables coordination, communication and management of wireless audio systems through a single interface.

Apart from this, the company also showcased other products, including the Digital 6000 Series and EW-DX wireless systems, 2000 Series in-ear monitoring solutions, and microphones such as the MD 421 Kompakt, Neumann MCM, KMS 104, KMS 105, MD 435 and MD 445. Headphone models, including the HD 490 PRO Plus and HD 25, were also shown.

PALM Expo 2026 attracted professionals, partners, customers and audio technology enthusiasts from across the industry. According to Sennheiser, more than 1,500 visitors attended its booth during the event.