Sennheiser MKH 8040 Cardioid Condenser Microphone Stereo Set
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mkh 8040 Stereo set
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 minimises 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.
ITEM NUMBER: 506290
Cardioid Pickup
The cardioid polar pattern yields a generous pickup area while minimising 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 30Hz to 50kHz ensures accurate reproduction of instruments, ambiance, vocals, etc.
| Analogue Performance | |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
| Frequency Range | 35 Hz to 50 kHz |
| Equivalent Noise Level | 13 dB A-Weighted 22 dB CCIR |
| Maximum SPL | 142 dB SPL |
| Impedance | 25 Ohms |
| Load Impedance | 1000 Ohms |
| General | |
| Output Connectors | 1 x 3-Pin XLR |
| Operating Current Consumption | 3.3 mA |
| Operating Voltage | 48 V ± 4 V |
| Operating Temperature | -10 to 60°C |
| Length | 75 mm |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Weight | 55 g |