High-resolution digital recording technology only makes sense when the microphone is up to par. The state-of the–art no-noise microphones of the Sennheiser MKH series definitely are. Leaving nothing out and adding nothing to the sound itself this series of truth-loving condenser mics is made for the requirements of high-class professional studio production indoors and outdoors.
The omni-directional pattern picks up the sound uniformly from all directions. It is the ideal characteristic for recording large sound sources. Even for close-miking techniques, there is no excess brilliance or proximity effect. If the acoustic ambience is not too reflective, this directional pattern provides very impressive recordings.
Its omni-directional pick-up pattern makes the MKH 8020 the ideal main mic for “spaced pair” and “Decca Tree” recordings or the use in an OSS “Jecklin Disk“ array. Especially in acoustically favourable ambiences this excellent microphone unfolds its outstanding quality. With a wide frequency response, which reaches deep down to 10 Hz the MKH 8020 is a perfect choice for capturing instruments like organ, grand piano or double bass in all their natural beauty. Furthermore, its capsule design is optimised for an extraordinarily even directional diagram.
Features:
- Omni-directional pick-up pattern
- Modular design
- Wide frequency response: 10 – 60,000 Hz
- Extremely low distortion
- Extremely low inherent self-noise
- Very even directional diagram
- Non-reflective Nextel® coating
- Ideal for stereo and surround recordings, as an M microphone, and for ambience
- Timbrally identical with the other 8000-series microphones for optimum aural compatibility
What's in the Box
- Microphone head MKHC 8020
- XLR module MZX 8000
- Microphone clip MZQ 8000
- Windshield MZW 8000
- User manual
- Transport case
| Dimensions | 19 mm diameter, lenght 74 mm (41 mm excluding XLR module) |
| Transducer principle (Microphone) | RF condenser microphone |
| Frequency response | 10 - 60.000 Hz |
| Weight | 55g (25 g excluding XLR module) |
| Audio output | XLR-3M balanced, transformerless, floating |
| Pick-up pattern | omni-directional |
| Sensitivity in free field, no load (1kHz) | 31 mV/Pa (- 30 dBV/Pa) |
| Nominal impedance | 25 Ω |
| Min. terminating impedance | 1000 Ω |
| Phantom powering | 48 V +/- 4V |
| Equivalent noise level | 10 dB(A) |
| Equivalent noise level weighted as per CCIR 468-3 | 21 dB |
| Maximum sound pressure level (passive) | 138 dB SPL |
| Current consumption | 3,3 mA |