Sennheiser MKH 8040 Cardioid Condenser Microphone

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 minimises 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.

FEATURES

• Cardioid pick-up pattern
• Modular design
• Wide frequency response 30 to 50.000 Hz
• Symmetrical transducer with 2 backplates providing extremely low distortion
• Extremely low inherent self-noise
• Accurate directional pattern
• Non reflective Nextel coating
• Ideal as a spot microphone and for surround recordings
• Also available in stereo pairs

SPECIFICATIONS

• 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
• Output Connectors: 1 x 3-Pin XLR
• Operating Current Consumption: 3.3 mA
• Operating Voltage: 48 V ± 4 V
• Operating Temperature: -10 to 60°C
• Length: 75 mm
• Diameter: 19 mm
• Weight: 55 g