• Sennheiser MKH 8040 Compact Cardioid Condenser Microphone
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Sennheiser MKH 8040 Compact Cardioid Condenser Microphone

Sennheiser MKH 8040 Compact Cardioid Condenser Microphone

SoundPro Item: 47846 | Part Number: MKH8040

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  • Modular design
  • Wide frequency response
  • Symmetrical transducer with 2 backplates providing extremely low distortion
  • Extremely low inherent self-noise
  • Accurate directional pattern
  • Nonreflective Nextel coating
  • Ideal as a spot microphone and for surround recordings
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The Sennheiser MKH-8040 Compact Cardioid 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.

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  • Transducer TypeCondenser
  • Polar PatternCardioid
  • Frequency Response30 Hz - 50 kHz
  • Output Impedance25 ohms
  • Sensitivity in Free Field, No Load (1kHz)20 mV/Pa (-34 dBV/Pa)
  • Phantom Powering48 V +/- 4 V
  • Equivalent Noise Level13 dB
  • Equivalent Noise Level Weighted as per CCIR22 dB
  • Max. SPL (passive)142 dB SPL
  • Current Consumption3.3 mA
  • Audio OutputXLR-3M balanced, transformerless, floating
  • Dimensions0.75" diameter x 1.61" length (2.91" with XLR module)
  • Weight0.88 oz (1.94 oz with XLR module)

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