Sennheiser MKH-416 Short Interference Tube Microphone with Rycote Windshield Kit

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  • Sennheiser MKH-416 Short Interference Tube Microphone
    Sennheiser MKH-416 Short Interference Tube Microphone
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Key Features

  • Sennheiser MKH-416: Industry-standard shotgun microphone for professional audio capture.
  • Achieve broadcast-quality sound with supercardioid/lobar polar pattern, rejecting off-axis noise.
  • Ideal for film, radio, and TV; this microphone excels in challenging outdoor broadcast scenarios.
  • Enjoy exceptional durability and low noise, ensuring pristine audio even in demanding conditions.
  • Wide 40Hz-20kHz frequency response captures detailed sound; perfect for critical recording tasks.
  • Includes Rycote Windshield Kit for superior wind noise reduction, ensuring clean outdoor recordings.
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What makes the Sennheiser MKH-416 microphone ideal for outdoor use?

The Sennheiser MKH-416 microphone is built to withstand changing climate conditions, making it highly durable for outdoor use. It also features a supercardioid polar pattern that effectively minimizes noise from the sides and rear, allowing for focused sound pickup. It comes with a Rycote Windshield Kit designed to reduce wind noise in outdoor or windy environments.

What is the significance of the supercardioid polar pattern in the MKH-416 microphone?

The supercardioid polar pattern in the MKH-416 microphone is designed to capture sound from a specific direction while minimizing sounds from other directions. This feature makes the microphone excellent for recording in noisy environments or when you want to focus on a specific sound source.

What is the benefit of the transformerless, RF condenser design in the MKH-416 microphone?

The transformerless, RF condenser design of the MKH-416 microphone ensures a clean signal without electrical interference. This design contributes to the microphone's reliability and high-quality sound capture.

What is the purpose of the Rycote Windshield Kit included with the MKH-416 microphone?

The Rycote Windshield Kit included with the MKH-416 microphone is designed to reduce wind noise and protect the microphone in adverse weather conditions. This makes it a great tool for recording audio in outdoor environments or in windy conditions.

Kensley K : Can this mic be connected to a DSLR camera?SAM S : As others have said, not ideal for dslr mounting.Barzi E : It gets “complicated”. It can be done, but because the microphone requires phantom power, you’d need some sort of device that feeds it power. I’m using the 416 with my Canon R6 through a Sound Devices MixPre-3. It gets a little cumbersome, so if you want a microphone for only DSLR, consider one that uses a AA battery, or doesn’t need phantom power.Hugh H : This is not a mic designed for mounting to DSLR at all.ADAM D : Only if you have a phantom power source such as zoom h4n, mixpre-6 or adapter XLR to 3.5 with phantom power
Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?DEAN H : It was bundled with the Senn 416DYLAN S : It was cheap and had what I neededBRUNO C : best price in USAGLENN H : The savings on the Rycote windshield was too good to pass upMICHAEL P : Best qualityTHOMAS H : best of the best audio solution proven over and over = Hollywood's best

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Review Summary

2019-11-30T02:34:41

Rated 5 out of 5

Great deal

Great deal

ALEXANDER S.

2019-10-18T10:49:36

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Sound

Great sound great sound great sound, perfect indoors or out, this thing is a beast. Pretty much says it all

ADAM D.

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Sennheiser MKH-416 Tube Microphone with Rycote Windshield Kit Specifications

  • Transducer

    Pressure Gradient/Interference Receiver Condenser

  • Polar Pattern

    Supercardioid/Lobar

  • Frequency Response

    40 Hz - 20 KHz

  • Dynamic Range (Typical)

    117 dB

  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio

    81 dB

  • Maximum Input Sound Level

    130 dB, ( at 1 KHz)
    Sensitivity 25 mV/Pa +/- 1dB

  • Power Requirements

    Phantom Power 48v, (+/- 12v)

  • Output Impedance

    Nominal Impedance: 25 Ohms
    Minimum Terminating Impedance: 800 Ohms

  • Output Connectors

    XLR-3M Type

  • Applications

    Film, Radio and Television, Especially for Outside Broadcast Applications

  • Dimensions (DxL)

    0.74x9.84" / 1.87x24.99cm

  • Weight

    5.82oz / 164.9g

  • UPC Codes

    840014178971 | 615104015111 | 5060326538194

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About Sennheiser MKH-416 Tube Microphone with Rycote Windshield Kit

Make your audio recordings stand out with the Sennheiser MKH-416 Short Interference Tube Microphone, a high-quality, durable, and professional-grade tool that excels in delivering clear and precise sound capture. This microphone is engineered with a unique combination of pressure gradient and interference tube technology, ensuring exceptional directivity and the ability to isolate the sound source from unwanted ambient noise.

The MKH-416 boasts a supercardioid polar pattern, renowned for its focused pickup area, which significantly reduces sound from the sides and rear. This feature is particularly beneficial for recording in challenging, noisy environments, making it a top choice for professionals who demand the highest level of audio clarity.

With an impressive 130 dB/SPL, the MKH-416 can handle high sound pressure levels, making it versatile for a wide range of applications. Its low proximity effect maintains consistent audio quality, even when the sound source is moving closer to or further from the microphone.

Built to withstand the rigors of field use, the MKH-416 is rugged and resistant to changing climate conditions. Its transformerless, RF condenser design contributes to its reliability and ensures a clean signal without electrical interference.

Ideal for boom, fishpole, and camera mounting, the microphone's compact design allows for easy handling and maneuverability, making it perfect for film, radio, and television production, particularly in outside broadcast applications.

Enhancing its outdoor performance, the MKH-416 comes equipped with a Rycote Windshield Kit, specifically designed to minimize wind noise and protect the microphone in adverse weather conditions. This addition ensures that your recordings maintain their high-quality audio integrity, even in the most challenging outdoor scenarios.

In summary, the MKH-416 Short Interference Tube Microphone with Rycote Windshield Kit is a reliable, versatile, and professional audio solution that provides superior sound quality for a variety of recording needs. Whether you're capturing dialogue on a windy film set or recording natural sounds in the field, this microphone kit is an indispensable asset for achieving pristine audio results.

Sennheiser MKH-416 Tube Microphone with Rycote Windshield Kit Features

  • Employs RF-technology to control residual microphone noise. Optimizing the transducer's acoustic impedance results in a further improvement in low noise performance
  • The RF-design yields exceptionally low noise levels and is virtually immune to humidity and moisture
  • The comparatively low RF-voltage across the elements of the transducer also eliminates arcing and DC-bias creeping currents
  • Hypercardioid at low and medium frequency, above 2kHz approaches lobar pattern
  • Very low inherent self-noise
  • High sensitivity
  • Transformerless and fully floating balanced output
  • Rugged, suitable for adverse climatic conditions
  • Matt black all-metal body
  • Increased directivity
  • Optimum S/N ratio
  • Lower gain on input channels required
  • Lowest noise and greatest signal stability
  • Highly immune to humidity in all conditions. Extremely stable
  • Visually "low key"

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 24 months.

Key Features

  • Sennheiser MKH-416: Industry-standard shotgun microphone for professional audio capture.
  • Achieve broadcast-quality sound with supercardioid/lobar polar pattern, rejecting off-axis noise.
  • Ideal for film, radio, and TV; this microphone excels in challenging outdoor broadcast scenarios.
  • Enjoy exceptional durability and low noise, ensuring pristine audio even in demanding conditions.
  • Wide 40Hz-20kHz frequency response captures detailed sound; perfect for critical recording tasks.
  • Includes Rycote Windshield Kit for superior wind noise reduction, ensuring clean outdoor recordings.

What's in the box:

  • Sennheiser MKH-416 Short Shotgun Interference Tube Mic
  • (MZW 415) Windshield
  • Sennheiser 2 Year Limited Warranty
  • <b> Bundle includes: </b>
  • Rycote Windshield Kit for Sennheiser MKH416