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Sennheiser MKH 8040 Compact Cardioid Condenser Microphone (Single Microphone)

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Sennheiser MKH 8040 Compact Cardioid Condenser Microphone (Single Microphone)
Key Features
  • Cardioid Pattern
  • Modular Design
  • Ideal for General Recordings
  • Includes Capsule and XLR Module
The MKH 8040 Compact Cardioid Condenser Microphone from Sennheiser is a professional low-profile condenser microphone for capturing vocals, instruments, and ambiance in recording and sound reinforcement applications. The modular design consists of the MKHC 8040 cardioid capsule and the MZX 8000 XLR module output stage.
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Sennheiser MKH 8040 Overview

The MKH 8040 Compact Cardioid Condenser Microphone from Sennheiser is a professional low-profile condenser microphone for capturing vocals, instruments, and ambiance in recording and sound reinforcement applications. The modular design consists of the MKHC 8040 cardioid capsule and the MZX 8000 XLR module output stage.

The cardioid capsule minimizes feedback and off-axis audio. The symmetrical transducer with two back-plates yields extremely low distortion. The wide frequency response provides exceptional detail and transparency. With its pristine audio quality and compact design, the MKH 8040 is great for many applications.

Cardioid Pickup
The cardioid polar pattern yields a generous pickup area while minimizing off-axis noise and feedback.
Modular Design
The modular design consists of the MKHC 8040 cardioid capsule and the MZX 8000 XLR module output stage.
Symmetrical Transducer
The capsule features a symmetrical transducer with two back-plates resulting in extremely low distortion.
Wide Frequency Response
A wide frequency response of 30 Hz to 50 kHz ensures accurate reproduction of instruments, ambiance, vocals, etc.
UPC: 615104126497

Sennheiser MKH 8040 Specs

Key Specs
Microphone Type
Small Diaphragm
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Element Type
Condenser
Controls
No
Frequency Response
30 Hz to 50 kHz
Maximum SPL
142 dB
Analog Output
1x XLR 3-Pin Male
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Microphone
Microphone Type
Small Diaphragm
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Element Type
Condenser
Sound Field
Mono
Orientation
End Address
Controls
No
Pad
No
Circuitry
Solid-State
Performance
Frequency Response
30 Hz to 50 kHz
Maximum SPL
142 dB
Sensitivity
-34 dBV/Pa (at 1 kHz)
Equivalent Noise Level
13 dB (A-Weighted)
22 dB (CCIR)
Connectivity
Analog Output Connector
1x XLR 3-Pin Male
Power
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Operating Voltage
48 V (Phantom Power)
Physical
Dimensions
ø: 0.75 x L: 2.95" / ø: 19 x L: 75 mm
Weight
1.94 oz / 55 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.375 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
13.9 x 5.4 x 2.6"

Sennheiser MKH 8040 Reviews

This is an amazing mic!

By David
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2018-03-22

I'm using it for sound design and it's great. super low noise and a high SPL. this mic has many uses.

Packs A Punch

By Steve
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2013-11-23

There really isn't a whole lot to say here, so I'm going to keep it pretty brief. This is an outstanding-sounding mic. The response is rich and incredibly transparent. For somple people it may sound too clinical, but to my ears it's a great match. It certainly packs a punch with regard to low frequency pickup, one can really feel the street resonance from tailpipes and trucks driving by during ambience recording. If going handheld, you will certainly need to mitigate the low end content with the MZF8000, otherwise if used in a shockmount windjammer system a, Rycote connbox will be necessary. I personally use this mic paired with an MKH 30 Side for M/S. A very slight warning is that when boosted a lot (as in, 50dB or more), there will be light hiss extending into the upper harmonics, which if the recording is pitched down (since it captures up to 50kHz) will be noticeable. Again, this is ONLY if you boost the signal by such an obscene amount deemed criminal by proper signal flow recording practices, and ONLY in the extreme upper harmonics. Aside from that this mic is for all practical purposes noise-free. Such a small mic which packs such a punch. I would gladly invest in more mics from the 8000 series. You certainly get what you pay for.

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