Sennheiser MKH 8040

by Sennheiser
Availability: 7-10 days delivery
SKU
SEN-506289

Versatile cardioid microphone. Especially suited to applications in rooms with poor acoustics or when disturbing sounds impinge mainly from the rear. Balanced frequency response. Extremely low distortion.

€1,311.25 €1,049.00

Package includes

  • Microphone head MKHC 8040
  • XLR module MZX 8000
  • Microphone clip MZQ 8000
  • Windshield MZW 8000
  • User manual
  • Aluminium transport case

The MKH-8040 Compact Cardioid Condenser Microphone from Sennheiser is a professional low-profile condenser microphone for capturing vocals, instruments and ambiance in recording and sound reinforcement applications. The modular design consists of the MKHC-8040 cardioid capsule and the MZX-8000 XLR module output stage.

The cardioid capsule minimizes feedback and off-axis audio. The symmetrical transducer with two back-plates yields extremely low distortion. The wide frequency response provides exceptional detail and transparency. With its pristine audio quality and compact design the MKH-8040 is great for many applications.

Cardioid Pickup
The cardioid polar pattern yields a generous pickup area while minimizing off-axis noise and feedback.
Modular Design
The modular design consists of the MKHC-8040 cardioid capsule and the MZX-8000 XLR module output stage.
Symmetrical Transducer
The capsule features a symmetrical transducer with two back-plates resulting in extremely low distortion.
Wide Frequency Response
A wide frequency response of 30Hz to 50kHz ensures accurate reproduction of instruments, ambiance, vocals, etc.
Analog Performance
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Range 35 Hz to 50 kHz
Equivalent Noise Level 13 dB A-Weighted
22 dB CCIR
Maximum SPL 142 dB SPL
Impedance 25 Ohms
Load Impedance 1000 Ohms
General
Output Connectors 1 x 3-Pin XLR
Operating Current Consumption 3.3 mA
Operating Voltage 48 V ± 4 V
Operating Temperature 14.00 to 140.00°F / -10 to 60°C
Length 2.95" / 75 mm
Diameter 0.75" / 19 mm
Weight 1.94 oz / 55 g