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Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Mic & Auray Windshield Kit

BH #SEMKH416P48W (B&H Kit)
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Mic & Auray Windshield Kit
Key Features
  • For Pro Film, TV & Location Recording
  • MKH 416-P48U3 Shotgun Microphone
  • Auray Windshield Reduces Wind Noise
  • Moisture-Resistant for Humid Conditions
Ideal for demanding film shoots and sound design in outdoor locations, this B&H Kit features the Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 moisture-resistant shotgun microphone and an Auray furry windshield. The windshield delivers 360° wind protection and 24 to 40 dB of wind-noise reduction with minimal impact on high frequencies, giving you a cleaner sound when shooting in windy conditions. Simply slip it over the MKH 416-P48U3, and you're ready for the outdoors.
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Sennheiser MKH 416-P48 Overview

Ideal for demanding film shoots and sound design in outdoor locations, this B&H Kit features the Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 moisture-resistant shotgun microphone and an Auray furry windshield. The windshield delivers 360° wind protection and 24 to 40 dB of wind-noise reduction with minimal impact on high frequencies, giving you a cleaner sound when shooting in windy conditions. Simply slip it over the MKH 416-P48U3, and you're ready for the outdoors.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone

Achieve superb audio capture in demanding conditions for your next professional film, TV, or location recording with the Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 moisture-resistant shotgun microphone. Mix-ready sound quality is provided by its sharp directivity, low noise, and strong output. Plus, there are no controls to worry about; the MKH 416-P48U3 delivers the reliability you need for high-pressure gigs.

The microphone exhibits a hypercardioid polar pattern at low to midrange frequencies and transitions to a lobar pattern in high frequencies, allowing it to attenuate 125 Hz to 2 kHz by approximately 10 dB at the 90° off-axis points. Your dialogue, foley, and sound effects can be recorded with full dynamics and clarity, thanks to the MKH 416-P48U3's wide frequency response, enhanced consonant articulation, and high SPL handling.

Performs in Adverse Environmental Conditions
When your work takes you outdoors, you're bound to encounter humidity and condensation, which can cause many mics to fail. The MKH 416-P48U3's RF condenser design makes it highly immune to moisture, allowing you to reliably capture high-quality audio in normal and adverse environmental conditions.
Professional Sound Quality
The MKH 416-P48U3 was engineered with the experienced professional in mind. Its 40 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response incorporates a gentle rise from 5 to 15 kHz to increase intelligibility, and a natural bass roll-off to mitigate rumble. Its low self-noise of 13 dBA and high sensitivity of -32 dB enable studio-worthy signal purity without requiring noise reduction and gain boosting in postproduction.
Phantom Powered
The MKH 416-P48U3 boasts a transformerless and fully floating balanced output for optimal signal integrity. Thanks to its 3-pin XLR output and compliance with 44 to 52 VDC phantom power, the MKH 416-P48U3 is compatible with a variety of handheld audio recorders, field recorders, and mixer adapters, as well as built-in preamps on many camcorders and cinema cameras.
Ideal for Boompole Mounting
The MKH 416-P48U3's metal body features a matte black finish to prevent distracting visual reflections. Mount the MKH 416-P48U3 directly on a stand or boompole using the supplied MZQ 100 clip. Alternatively, place the MKH 416-P48U3 in the separately available Sennheiser MZS 20-1 combination shockmount, pistol grip, and stand adapter to prevent the transfer of vibrations to the microphone.
Windscreen Minimizes Wind Noise
The MKH 416-P48U3 has a foam windscreen to reduce unwanted wind noise from breezes, fans, heaters, and air conditioners. For maximum reduction of wind noise in indoor or outdoor environments, consider the Sennheiser MZH 60-1 furry windshield (available separately).
UPC: 615104015111
Auray Professional Windshield for Shotgun Microphones (7")

The Auray WSS Series Professional Windshields deliver superior 360° wind protection with acoustic transparency. They are engineered for dramatic reduction of unwanted broadband wind noise and vocal pops with very little high-frequency loss, for exceptionally accurate recordings.

This WSS-2018 Professional Windshield has an inside depth of 7" and is designed for use with many shotgun microphones. It features a specially manufactured open-cell foam matrix surrounded by a layer of 0.9" thick simulated fur. This diffusion technology lowers wind velocity in a controlled air space around the microphone, thereby reducing wind noise without muffling the sound. It also features an airtight tapered rubber base that seals out wind from the rear of the microphone, greatly improving isolation and rear-wind protection.

When used on a shotgun microphone, this slip-on windshield is effective in minimizing wind noise and plosive sounds. It is most effective in light breeze to strong breeze conditions (4 to 25 mph), and you can generally expect a 24 to 40 dB reduction in wind noise with negligible dampening of high frequencies.

In addition to superior 360° wind protection, the WSS-2018 helps prevent moisture and dirt from damaging your microphone. The windscreen is designed to fit microphones from Rode, Sennheiser, Sanken, Sony, and others.

The WSS-2018 Professional Windshield for Shotgun Microphones is an advanced solution for outstanding wind protection with acoustic transparency.

Compatibility
AKG C 568 EB, CK 68 ULS C460B Red
Azden SG(M)-1X
BeyerDynamic MC 716, 726, 736, 836, MCE 86 II, 87vs
ClockAudio C850E
DPA 4017
JVC DY-70U
Rode NTG-3
Sanken CS 3
Sennheiser ME 66 K6, ME 80 K3U, MKH 416, 418
Sony ECM 670, 678, 680S
UPC: 847628552685

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone Specs

Key Specs
Form Factor
Stand/Boom Mount
Element Type
Condenser
Polar Pattern
Lobar, Supercardioid
Frequency Range
40 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
130 dB SPL
Output Connector
1 x XLR 3-Pin
Microphone
Form Factor
Stand/Boom Mount
Intended Sound Sources
Vocals, Room Ambiance
Sound Field
Mono
Operating Principle
Line Gradient
Element Type
Condenser
Polar Pattern
Lobar, Supercardioid
Windscreen
Foam (Included)
Performance
Frequency Range
40 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
130 dB SPL
Off-Axis Rejection
3 dB at 60°
20 dB at 120°
15 dB at 180°
Impedance
25 Ohms
Load Impedance
800 Ohms
Sensitivity
-32 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz
Equivalent Noise Level
13 dB A-Weighted
24 dB CCIR
Connectivity
Output Connector
1 x XLR 3-Pin
Power
Operating Voltage
48 V ± 4 V
Operating Current Consumption
2 mA
Physical
Color
Black
Mounting
Mic Clip/Stand Adapter (Included)
Included Case
Soft Case
Included Filters
None
Construction Material
Metal
Storage Temperature
14 to 102°F / -10 to 70°C
Dimensions
ø: 0.75 x L: 9.84" / ø: 19 x L: 249.94 mm
Weight
6.17 oz / 175 g (Microphone)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.685 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
13.95 x 5.35 x 2.75"

Auray Professional Windshield for Shotgun Microphones (7") Specs

Physical
Compatible Mic Diameter
0.75 to 0.9" / 1.91 to 2.3 cm
Inner Depth
7" / 17.8 cm
Maximum Noise Attenuation
40 dB in 25 mph / 40 km/h Wind
Material
Faux Fur
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.315 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
11.75 x 4 x 3.1"

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48 Reviews

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

By Marcos
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-08-14

No wonder why this microphone is the industry standard. I recorded myself and listened and checked in Pro Tools with and without eq. It sounds amazingly better without any effects. So rich the dynamic range that it records with right out of the box.

Best go-to mic

By Michael
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-04-27

The 416 never fails...industry standard. Well worth the $!

GREAT FOR OUTDOOR VIDEO AND SPORTS EVENTS!

By Anonymous
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-11-13

WE FUSSED ABOUT A SHOTGUN MIC UNTIL WE WERE EXHAUSTED. FINALLY DECIDED ON THE SENNHEISER...GLAD WE DID! WATER RESISTANT AND GREAT AUDIO RANGE COMPLEMENTS OUR VIDEO PRODUCTIONS ON TV, FACEBOOK AND YOU TUBE. SURE IT COSTS A LITTLE MORE BUT IT'S A SENNHEISER....GO BIG OR GO HOME!

Outstanding Boom Mic

By Theodore
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-09-30

I'm a television/video producer/editor with 30+ years of experience. I produce everything from retail commercials to a high-end travel show. Audio production has always been my weakest skill. I have traditionally relied on lavs but I wanted to up my game in field audio and as a usable and functional lav backup. I have only had moderate success using traditional shotgun mics as an audio source, usually only good for nat sound. The Sennheiser MKH416 is a game-changer! It can easily serve as the only audio source if needed. The clarity is cinema quality and the pick-up is outstanding. It is very directional, which means it will pick up dialogue very nicely and ignore the surrounding noise at the same time. Likewise, it picks up action sounds like car doors closing or footsteps so you don't have to Foley. I wanted a real boom mic and the 416 is it. $1k is hefty, but it profoundly increases the quality of your production. I also understand V/O pros use it. I can see why.

Must have!

By Kent
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2017-08-14

This thing is unreal. I do a lot of video, but I'm not a audiofile so to speak. But this mic gets great quality sound when used correctly. Must have for a fiction set!

Works great.

By Amir
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2017-03-09

Works great.

Why did I wait so long?

By Chris
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-02-03

Had been using Sennheiser lavs for quite some time. All projects sounded good. Switched to this mic, now everything sounds great. So much richer sounding. And no distracting lav in the shot.

The best mic.

By Luke
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-10-03

So much consensus from every sound mixer that if you're gonna own one mic it should be this one. Expensive but you'll never need to replace it.

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