Sennheiser MKH-60 - (P48) Short Shotgun Mic
The MKH 60 is a lightweight short gun microphone. It is versatile and easy to handle and its superb lateral sound muting makes it an excellent choice for film and reporting applications. Its high degree of directivity ensures high sound quality for distance applications.
- Extremely low inherent self-noise
- High sensitivity
- High directivity throughout the whole frequency range
- Transformerless and fully floating balanced output
- Infra-sonic cut-off filter
- Symmetrical transducer technology ensures extremely low distortion
- Switchable pre-attenuation, switchable roll-off filter and switchable treble emphasis
- Rugged and weather-proof
- Black, anodised light metal casing
| Transducer | Condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Supercardioid/Lobar |
| Frequency Response | 50 Hz - 20 kHz, (-3 dB) |
| Dynamic Range (Typical) | 119 dB |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 88 dB |
| Maximum Input Sound Level | 125 dB, (142 dB with -10 dB Attenuation) |
| Power Requirements | Phantom 48v, (+/- 4v) |
| Output Impedance | 150 Ohms |
| Output Connectors | XLR-3M Type |
| Pad | -10 dB Attenuation Switch |
| Low Frequency Roll-Off |
Yes, 5 dB/Octave @ 100 kHz Treble Emphasis Switch: 5 dB/Octave @ 10 kHz |
| Applications | Film, Video and Broadcast Production. |
| Dimensions | 11 x 1" (280 x 25mm) LxDiameter |
| Weight | 5.3 oz. (160 g) |
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of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Good audio (3)
- Versatile (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional recording (3)
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Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
- Home Studio
- Mobile DJ
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about Sennheiser MKH-60 - (P48) Short Shotgun Mic:
Its an awesome microphone.
Pros
- Affordable
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- Film audio
- Professional Recording
Comments about Sennheiser MKH-60 - (P48) Short Shotgun Mic:
Had a chance to use this microphone on set last week. Pumped it through a SD302 and didn't use any lavs since the actors were doing some pretty physical activity and we didn't want to lose $2,000 in lavs in a night.
Used it outside on a busy street in Brooklyn, and I was able to hear the actors crystal clear, along with all other relevant set noise. The directionality of this mic is like a built in mixer, because you still get the ambient noise, but the dialogue is focused and clear.
It is rather remarkable the difference that a high quality microphone makes. You simply cannot compare specifications from one microphone to the next to choose which one you will purchase. You must use your ears, and when you do that, you wind up paying good money for a quality product.
I listed 'Affordable' as a pro because this mic will ensure that you keep getting gigs, and will eventually pay for itself. Remember the old saying, "I can't afford to buy cheap junk." Or perhaps a bit more catchy saying, "Buy once, cry once."
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Versatile
Cons
- Bulky/Heavy
Best Uses
- ENG
- Field recording
- Professional Recording
Comments about Sennheiser MKH-60 - (P48) Short Shotgun Mic:
As a professional sound recordist, I use this mic for film and TV shoots - mainly for voice recording but also for sound effects. I own a Schoeps CMIT5U (which I prefer), but I use the MKH60 as my second choice - and first choice when the weather is wet. The quality of sound is very close to the CMIT5U, but this mic seems to have a slightly wider pattern making it a bit more forgiving when your subject goes off-mic. It is a robust mic, a little longer and a bit heavier than the Schoeps. I also use it as a camera mic for channels 3 and 4, when mixing to 1 and 2.
Pros
- High Quality
Cons
- Expensive
Best Uses
Comments about Sennheiser MKH-60 - (P48) Short Shotgun Mic:
tool indispensable for the work in field. I recommend east product totally
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Cables
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- Original: $17.99
- Save: $1.80
- Price: $16.19
Shock Mounts
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- Original: $49.95
- Save: $4.99
- Price: $44.96
Windscreens
- Price: $110.00
Accessory Packages
- Price: $99.00
Cases & Protection
- Price: $29.95
What's in the Box
- (MZQ 40) Stand Adapter
- CASELONGMKH Mic Case
- 1 Year Warranty
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