Achieve superb audio capture in demanding conditions for your next professional film, TV, or location recording with the Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Shotgun Mic & Auray Windshield Kitmoisture-resistant shotgun microphone. Mix-ready sound quality is provided by its sharp directivity, low noise, and strong output. Plus, there are no controls to worry about; the MKH 416-P48U3 delivers the reliability you need for high-pressure gigs.

The microphone exhibits a hypercardioid polar pattern at low to midrange frequencies and transitions to a lobar pattern in high frequencies, allowing it to attenuate 125 Hz to 2 kHz by approximately 10 dB at the 90° off-axis points. Your dialogue, foley, and sound effects can be recorded with full dynamics and clarity, thanks to the MKH 416-P48U3's wide frequency response, enhanced consonant articulation, and high SPL handling.

For Pro Film, TV & Location Recording    MKH 416-P48U3 Shotgun Microphone    Auray Windshield Reduces Wind Noise    Moisture-Resistant for Humid Conditions    No Switches, Buttons, or Dials    40 Hz to 20 kHz Frequency Response    Hypercardioid at Low & Mid Frequencies    Lobar Pattern at High Frequencies    Low 13 dBA Self-Noise    High Sensitivity of -32 dB

When your work takes you outdoors, you're bound to encounter humidity and condensation, which can cause many mics to fail. The MKH 416-P48U3's RF condenser design makes it highly immune to moisture, allowing you to reliably capture high-quality audio in normal and adverse environmental conditions.

The MKH 416-P48U3 was engineered with the experienced professional in mind. Its 40 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response incorporates a gentle rise from 5 to 15 kHz to increase intelligibility, and a natural bass roll-off to mitigate rumble. Its low self-noise of 13 dBA and high sensitivity of -32 dB enable studio-worthy signal purity without requiring noise reduction and gain boosting in postproduction.

The MKH 416-P48U3 boasts a transformerless and fully floating balanced output for optimal signal integrity. Thanks to its 3-pin XLR output and compliance with 44 to 52 VDC phantom power, the MKH 416-P48U3 is compatible with a variety of handheld audio recorders, field recorders, and mixer adapters, as well as built-in preamps on many camcorders and cinema cameras.

The MKH 416-P48U3's metal body features a matte black finish to prevent distracting visual reflections. Mount the MKH 416-P48U3 directly on a stand or boompole using the supplied MZQ 100 clip. Alternatively, place the MKH 416-P48U3 in the separately available Sennheiser MZS 20-1 combination shockmount, pistol grip, and stand adapter to prevent the transfer of vibrations to the microphone.

The MKH 416-P48U3 has a foam windscreen to reduce unwanted wind noise from breezes, fans, heaters, and air conditioners. For maximum reduction of wind noise in indoor or outdoor environments, consider the Sennheiser MZH 60-1 furry windshield (available separately).

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this mic come with a protective case?

A: the Sennheiser MKH416 will ship with a foam lined protective case.

Q: 2. Is there enough room inside to fit a Sennheiser EW 500 plug on wireless transmitter attached to a Sennheiser 416 mic?

A: Unfortunately not,

Q: 3. Will this fit the Schoeps CMC641?

A: It will be a bit long but yes, it will fit.

Q: 4. My use case is I'm planning to have this as a boom and the talent may walk 2-3 feet around. (training - in front of a screen). The mic will be positioned overhead : How will the performance be impacted as a result? Is this still the mic for such a task?

A: This shotgun mic is highly directional, and any shift off axis from the front of the mic will result in a drop off in sound from the presenter. To use this mic, a boompole operator would need to follow the person with the mic as they move. If that is not an option, a lavalier mic on the presenter would be a better option to ensure that no matter where the presenter moves to, the audio is captured. Here's an example of a wired lav solution, B&H # SOECM77B.

Q: 5. this blimp has enough room inside for the ambient emesser 308?

A: As the Ambient Recording Emesser ATE308 Figure-8 Microphone is quite small in its form factor, the Rycote Windshield Kit for Sennheiser MKH 416 and Select Shotgun Microphones would provide more than enough room to house it within.

Q: 6. Will this Windshield fit the Sennheiser MKH 8060?

A: The Rycote 010324 Windshield Kit for Sennheiser MKH 416 and Select Shotgun Microphones is intended for use with microphones that are approximately 10" long and the Sennheiser MKH 8060 Short Shotgun Microphone is just 7" long. You should be able to use the 010324 Windshield together with the MKH 8060,

Q: 7. Can this be powered by batteries or only with phantom power?

A: All phantom, all the time, sweet pea. As a Pressure Gradient Mic, doesn't even take batteries.

Q: 8. Will this system correctly hold the Sennheiser MKH 60 microphone?

A: This kit will not fit the Sennheiser MKH-60 correctly. The correct Rycote windshield system is "Windshield Kit 4"; B&H# RYWSK4.

Q: 9. Is this a condenser mic?

A: Yes, the Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone is a condenser microphone and requires 48V phantom power from its XLR input source connection for operation.

Q: 10. Will this microphone fit on a Rode blimp ?

A: Yes it will. This Rode blimp RYWKNTG will work with the Sennheiser MKH 416.