Sennheiser MKH 8040 Stereo Set
Sennheiser MKH 8040 (MKH8040) Stereo Set - two cardioid microphones complete with XLR modules, clips & windshields
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- Connectivity
- XLR-3M
- Direction
- Cardoid
- Microphone Type
- Cardoid
- Phantom Power
- 48
The MKH 8040 microphone is designed with a cardioid pick-up pattern, making it versatile for various recording needs. It has a wide frequency response of 30-50,000 Hz and an extremely low distortion and self-noise, ensuring high-quality recordings. The balanced frequency response within the pick-up pattern and even directional diagram make it ideal for spot and surround recordings. Its non-reflective Nextel® coating adds to its functionality and compatibility with other 8000-series microphones.
The modular design of the MKH 8040 allows for flexibility and easy integration into different recording setups. Its timbre is identical to other 8000-series microphones, making it a great choice for optimal aural compatibility. Additionally, it is able to minimize the pick-up of rear sound without compromising its natural timbre, making it a valuable tool for recording in acoustically challenging environments or with background noise. Overall, the MKH 8040 is a reliable and high-performing microphone suitable for a wide range of recording needs.
- 2 x Microphone head MKHC 8040
- 2 x XLR module MZX 8000
- 2 x Microphone clip MZQ 8000
- 2 x Windshield MZW 8000
- 1 x User manual
- 1 x Plastic transport case
About the Sennheiser MKH 8040 Stereo Set
Due to its cardioid pick-up pattern the MKH 8040 is perfectly suitable for a wide range of applications. It features a balanced frequency response throughout the whole pick-up pattern, as well as a significantly reduced pick-up of rear sound without depriving it of its natural timbre: Very valuable talents when used in rooms with poor acoustics or when disturbing sounds impinge mainly from the rear.
| Pick-up pattern | cardioid |
| Frequency response | 30 - 50000 Hz |
| Sensitivity in free field, no load (1kHz) | 20 mV/Pa (-34 dBV/Pa) |
| Maximum sound pressure level | 142 dB SPL |
| Equivalent noise level | 13 dB |
| Equivalent noise level weighted as per CCIR | 468-3 22 dB |
| Audio output | XLR-3M balanced, transformerless, floating |
| Nominal impedance | 25 Ohm |
| Min. terminating impedance | 1000 Ohm |
| Phantom powering | 48 V +/- 4 V |
| Current consumption | 3,3 mA |
| Dimensions diameter | 19 mm, length 41 mm |
| Weight | 25g |
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Cardioid pick-up pattern
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Modular Design
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Wide frequency response: 30 – 50,000 Hz
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Extremely low distortion
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Extremely low inherent self-noise
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Balanced frequency response within the pick-up pattern
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Very even directional diagram
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Non-reflective Nextel® coating
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Ideal as a spot microphone and for surround recordings
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Timbrally identical with the other 8000-series microphones for optimum aural compatibility
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