Sennheiser MKH 30 Bi-Directional Microphone
The symmetrical transducer design of the Sennheiser MKH-30 Micrphone produces an unusually wide and smooth frequency response.
Particularly suited to soloists and small instrumental groups, the MKH-30 can also serve as an "S" or side microphone in MS stereo applications. As a general support microphone, it is particularly useful in the effective suppression of sounds from adjacent sound sources. The MKH-30's transformerless output has inherently low noise and distortion, and it also features switchable roll-off filtering and pre-attenuation. The MKH-30 uses +48V Phantom Power, and is finished in a black anodized metal casing.
- A bidirectional condenser mic
- Particularly suited to soloists, small instrumental groups, or as an "S" side mic in MS stereo applications
- High rejection of lateral sounds
- Exceptionally low inherent self-noise
- Symmetrical transducer technology ensures extremely low distortion
- Transformerless and fully floating balanced output
- Switchable roll-off filter to compensate for proximity effects at a distance of approximately 0.5 m
- Switchable pre-attenuation
- Black, anodized light metal casing
| Transducer | Condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Figure 8 (Bi-Directional) |
| Frequency Response | 40 Hz - 20 kHz, (-3 dB) |
| Dynamic Range (Typical) | 121 dB |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 81 dB |
| Maximum Input Sound Level | 134 dB |
| Power Requirements | Phantom 48v, (+/- 4v) |
| Output Impedance | 150 Ohms |
| Output Connectors | XLR-3M Type |
| Pad | Yes, -10 dB Attenuation Switch |
| Low Frequency Roll-Off | Yes, -5 dB/Octave @ 100 Hz |
| Applications | General Recording, Mid-Side (M-S) and Blumlein Stereo (When Coupled with Other MKH Microphones) |
| Dimensions | 6.9 x 1.0" (174 x 25mm) LxDiameter |
| Weight | 3.85 oz (110g) |
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Pros
- Clear Sound
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional Recording
Comments about Sennheiser MKH 30 Bi-Directional Microphone:
I used these mics recently (2 MKH 30s) in a Faulkner array to record an a cappella choral program. I used minimal electronics and minimal DSP. These mics delivered an accurate, musical, and glorious sound. It is an extremely high quality product.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
- Pricey / Poor Value
Best Uses
- Events
- Professional Recording
Comments about Sennheiser MKH 30 Bi-Directional Microphone:
Awesome for M/S setups. Super quiet and durable, with good wind protection can be used anywhere.
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- Price: $489.95
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- (MZS 40-1) Shock Mount
- (MZW 40) Windscreen
- (MZQ 31) Double Jointed Stand Adapter
- 1 Year Warranty
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