Versatile cardioid microphone. Especially suited to applications in rooms with poor acoustics or when disturbing sounds impinge mainly from the rear. Balanced frequency response. Extremely low distortion. HF microphone set. Includes (1) MKHC 8040 microphone head (cardioid, condenser), (1) MZX 8000 XLR module, (1) MZW 8000 windscreen, (1) MZQ 8000 microphone clip and (1) aluminum case Due to its cardioid pick-up pattern the MKH 8040 is perfectly suitable for a wide range of applications. It features a balanced frequency response throughout the whole pick-up pattern, as well as a significantly reduced pick-up of rear sound without depriving it of its natural timbre: Very valuable talents when used in rooms with poor acoustics or when disturbing sounds impinge mainly from the rear. Cardioid pick-up pattern Modular Design Wide frequency response: 30 – 50,000 Hz Extremely low distortion Extremely low inherent self-noise Balanced frequency response within the pick-up pattern Very even directional diagram Non-reflective Nextel® coating Ideal as a spot microphone and for surround recordings Timbrally identical with the other 8000-series microphones for optimum aural compatibility Specifications Dimensions Ø 19 mm, L 41 mm (74 mm with XLR module) Frequency response 30 - 50000 Hz Weight 25 g (55 g with XLR module) Audio output XLR-3M balanced, transformerless, floating Sensitivity in free field, no load (1kHz) 20 mV/Pa (-34 dBV/Pa) Nominal impedance 25 Ω Min. terminating impedance 1000 Ω Phantom powering 48 V +/- 4 V Equivalent noise level 13 dB Equivalent noise level weighted as per CCIR 468-3 22 dB Maximum sound pressure level (passive) 142 dB SPL Current consumption 3,3 mA What's in the Box Microphone head MKHC 8040 XLR module MZX 8000 Microphone clip MZQ 8000 Windshield MZW 8000 User manual Transport case
