Achieve superb audio capture in demanding conditions for your next professional film, TV, or location recording with the Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Shotgun Mic & Rycote 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 Broadcast TV, Film & Radio    MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun    Rycote Windshield & Windjammer    Rycote Suspension, Pistol Grip & XLR    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. can it be connected directly to the Canon 5D Mark IV?

A: No. The 416 requires 48volt phantom power. The camera wil not provide that without something like this: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1404917-REG/beachtek_dxa_micro_pro_dslr_camcorder_audio_adapter.html

Q: 2. Will this fit the Schoeps CMC641?

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

Q: 3. Does this mic come with a protective case?

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

Q: 4. 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: 5. 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: 6. Can I use this with a Canon 7D?

A: The Sennheiser MKH-416 require phantom power which your camera will not provide. In order to connect to a Canon 7D you will require an additional adapter box that will provide power to the mic as well as offer level control such as the Beachtek DXA-SLR Ultra. You may also wish to record to an portable digital recorder which will offer a higher quality recording than the camera can provide. In this case audio and video would then need to be combined via software.

Q: 7. 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: 8. Does this have enough clearance to mount an MKH 418?

A: No. The Rycote 010324 Windshield Kit is intended for use with microphones that are 9.84" (250 mm) long and between 0.75 to 0.98" (19 to 25 mm) in diameter. The Sennheiser MKH 418S Stereo Shotgun Microphone is 11" (280 mm) long with a 0.75" (19 mm) diameter, so it is too long for this particular windshield. As a compatible model for the MKH 418S, you can use the Rycote 086069 Modular Windshield Kit WS 3 with XLR-5F and Connbox CB4 (B&H # RYMWS3STKIT).

Q: 9. 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: 10. 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.