The Sennheiser MKH 8050 is a professional low-profile supercardioid condenser mic for capturing vocals and instruments in recording and sound-reinforcement. The modular design consists of the MKHC 8050 supercardioid capsule and the MZX 8000 XLR module output stage.
The supercardioid capsule is most effective in minimizing 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 8050 is ideal for soloist capturing.
Sennheiser MKH 8050 Features
- Super-cardioid pick-up pattern
- Modular design
- Wide frequency response 30 to 50.000 Hz
- Symmetrical transducer with 2 backplates providing extremely low distortion
- Extremely low inherent self-noise
- Accurate directional pattern
- Non-reflective Nextel coating
- Provides optimum separation of instruments
- MKH 8050 compact supercardioid condenser microphone1
- XLR module MZX 80001
- Microphone clip MZQ 80001
- Windshield MZW 80001
- Transport case1
- Transducer TypeCondenser
- Polar PatternSupercardioid
- 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(A)
- 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)
About Condenser Microphones at Sound Productions
Achieve professional polish to your studio sound with condenser microphones from Sound Productions. A condenser microphone uses a capacitor that converts sound vibrations into electric currents. It is characterized by increased sound sensitivity than a dynamic mic, enabling it to capture more natural, detailed audio from vocals and instruments.
Use a large-diaphragm condenser mic (sometimes called a “capacitor mic”) to optimize the sound of vocals, acoustic guitar, and ambient room audio. Alternatively, choose a small diaphragm condenser mic (or “pencil mic”) for acoustic instruments including guitars, classical instruments, cymbals, and drum overheads. The smaller capsule and lightweight build make it easy to place perfectly in almost any miking application, while the consistent polar pattern makes a pair of small-diaphragm condenser mics the perfect choice for stereo miking.
Compared to the other popular option of dynamic microphones, condenser mics are louder, pick up a wider frequency response, and enjoy an expansive dynamic range—all aspects that make them ideal for studio recording.
