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 more acute directivity of the super-cardioid pattern gives higher attenuation of off-axis sound from the side than the cardiod pattern. It reduces the potential for acoustic feedback, for instance on stage where the monitoring loudspeakers are positioned near the cancellation angle of the super-cardioid (120°). Due to its high lateral attenuation (10 dB), the super-cardioid is often preferred for recording or highlighting soloists where the requirements for lateral acoustic separation are higher. The proximity effect is more pronounced than that of the cardioid pattern.
Thanks to its super-cardioid pick-up pattern the MKH 8050 offers an even higher attenuation of off-axis sound, than its sister model MKH 8040. Thus, it is a perfect choice for recording soloists, and when absolute acoustical separation is demanded. Its balanced frequency response throughout the whole pick-up pattern ensured that large instruments like the grand piano but also orchestras sound musically flawless and free of distortion. The Nextel® coating of the MKH 8050 prevents reflections, giving you the freedom to position the microphone according to acoustic criteria alone.
Features:
- Super-cardioid pick-up pattern
- Modular Design
- Wide frequency response: 30 – 50,000 Hz
- Extremely low distortion
- Extremely low inherent self-noise
- Balanced frequency response within the pick-up pattern
- Very even directional diagram
- Non-reflective Nextel® coating
- Ideal as a spot microphone and for surround recordings
- Timbrally identical with the other 8000-series microphones for optimum aural compatibility
What's in the Box
- Microphone head MKHC 8050
- XLR module MZX 8000
- Microphone clip MZQ 8000
- Windshield MZW 8000
- User manual
- Transport case
| Dimensions | Ø 19 mm, L 41 mm (74 mm with XLR module) |
| Transducer principle (Microphone) | RF condenser microphone |
| Frequency response | 30 - 50000 Hz |
| Weight | 25 g (55 g with XLR module) |
| Audio output | XLR-3M balanced, transformerless, floating |
| Pick-up pattern | super-cardioid |
| Sensitivity in free field, no load (1kHz) | 20 mV/Pa (-34 dBV/Pa) |
| Nominal impedance | 25 Ω |
| Min. terminating impedance | 1000 Ω |
| Phantom powering | 48 V +/- 4 V |
| Equivalent noise level | 13 dB(A) |
| Equivalent noise level weighted as per CCIR 468-3 | 22 dB |
| Maximum sound pressure level (passive) | 142 dB SPL |
| Current consumption | 3,3 mA |