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Sennheiser MKH 8090 Compact Wide Cardioid Condenser Microphone

BH #SEMKH8090 • MFR #MKH 8090
Sennheiser MKH 8090 Compact Wide Cardioid Condenser Microphone
Key Features
  • Wide Cardioid Pattern RF Condenser
  • Consistent Directional Pickup
  • Low Self-Noise
  • Use as Digital Mic with MZD 8000 Module
Part of the interchangeable 8000 series of professional microphones, the MKH 8090 from Sennheiser is a high-end, RF condenser microphone with a wide cardioid pickup pattern. It consists of a microphone head and XLR module, and is an great main microphone for situations that demand a low level of acoustic space be included in the recording.
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Sennheiser MKH 8090 Overview

Part of the interchangeable 8000 series of professional microphones, the MKH 8090 from Sennheiser is a high-end, RF condenser microphone with a wide cardioid pickup pattern. It consists of a microphone head and XLR module, and is an great main microphone for situations that demand a low level of acoustic space be included in the recording.

It functions equally well as a support microphone when capturing larger groups of instruments. The microphone operates on the RF principle, delivering extremely low inherent self-noise, the ability to handle high sound pressure levels without distortion, and a high resistance to difficult climatic conditions, especially moisture.

As part of the 8000 series, the capsule is sonically identical to other microphones in the series for sound consistency across the range. A number of optional modules are available, and when used with the MZD 8000 digital module (sold separately), the microphone functions as a digital microphone with all the benefits that such a configuration brings.

Wide cardioid pickup pattern
Wide frequency response from 30 Hz to 50 kHz
Natural sound
Low inherent self-noise
Symmetrical transducer technology ensures low distortion
Transformerless, fully floating balanced output
High output signal
Rugged metal housing with non-reflective Nextel coating
Weatherproof due to high-frequency circuit
Timbrally identical with the other 8000-series microphones for optimum aural compatibility
UPC: 615104263062

Sennheiser MKH 8090 Specs

Key Specs
Form Factor
Stand/Boom Mount
Element Type
1 x Condenser
Polar Pattern
Subcardioid/Wide Cardioid
Frequency Range
30 Hz to 50 kHz
Maximum SPL
142 dB SPL
Output Connector
1 x XLR 3-Pin Male
Microphone
Form Factor
Stand/Boom Mount
Sound Field
Mono
Operating Principle
Pressure Gradient
Element Type
1 x Condenser
Polar Pattern
Subcardioid/Wide Cardioid
Windscreen
Foam (Included)
Performance
Frequency Range
30 Hz to 50 kHz
Maximum SPL
142 dB SPL
Impedance
25 Ohms
Load Impedance
2000 Ohms
Sensitivity
-34 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz
Equivalent Noise Level
13 dB A-Weighted
23 dB CCIR
Connectivity
Output Connector
1 x XLR 3-Pin Male
Power
Operating Voltage
48 V ± 4 V (Phantom Power)
Operating Current Consumption
3.3 mA
Physical
Color
Gray
Mounting
Mic Clip/Stand Adapter (Included)
Construction Material
Metal
Operating Temperature
14 to 140°F / -10 to 60°C
Dimensions
ø: 0.7 x L: 3" / ø: 19 x L: 75 mm
Weight
1.94 oz / 55 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.01 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.8 x 6.9 x 3.5"

Sennheiser MKH 8090 Reviews

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Is this one mic capsule and one pre or a stereo ...

Is this one mic capsule and one pre or a stereo set of 2 capsules and 2 pres ?
Asked by: Ciho
Based on the manual and information I am finding on this, this is only 1 mic capsule. It is timbrally identical with the other 8000-series microphones for optimum aural compatibility, so that you can capture a group of instruments in the same way that you would use a stereo pair of mics.
Answered by: David
Date published: 2022-10-27

Is this a stereo set for $1,200?

Is this a stereo set for $1,200?
Asked by: Tyler
Yes, this is a stereo set.
Answered by: James Cruz
Date published: 2022-10-27
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