Sennheiser MKH 8040 Cardioid Condenser Microphone (Single)
SKU: SEN-MKH8040
Key Features
- Cardioid Pattern
- Modular Design
- Ideal for General Recordings
- Includes Capsule and XLR Module
Details
The Sennheiser MKH 8040 Cardioid Condenser Microphone (Single) is a professional low-profile condenser microphone for capturing vocals, instruments, and ambience 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.
Specifications
Microphone
| Form Factor | Stand/Boom Mount |
| Sound Field | Mono |
| Operating Principle | Pressure Gradient |
| Capsule | Condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
| Pad | None |
| High-Pass Filter | None |
| Tone Adjustment | None |
| Gain Adjustment | None |
| Indicators | None |
| On-Board Controls | None |
| Windscreen | Foam (Included) |
Performance
| Frequency Range | 30 Hz to 50 kHz |
| Maximum SPL | 142 dB SPL |
| Impedance | 25 Ohms |
| Load Impedance | 1000 Ohms |
| Sensitivity | -34 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz |
| Equivalent Noise Level | 13 dB A-Weighted 22 dB CCIR |
Connectivity
| Headphone Connector | None |
Power
| Bus Power | None |
| Operating Voltage | 48 V ± 4 V (Phantom Power) |
| Operating Current Consumption | 3.3 mA |
Physical
| Mounting | Mic Clip/Stand Adapter (Included) |
| Included Case | Hard Case |
| Included Filters | None |
| Dimensions | ø: 0.75 x L: 2.95" / ø: 19 x L: 75 mm |
| Weight | 1.94 oz / 55 g |
What's In The Box
- Sennheiser MKH 8040 Compact Cardioid Condenser Microphone (Single Microphone)
- MKH 8040 Microphone Head
- Sennheiser MZX 8000 XLR Module for MKH-8000 Capsules
- Sennheiser MZQ-8000 Standard Microphone Clip for MKH-8000 Microphones
- Sennheiser MZW-8000 Windscreen for MKH8000 Series Microphones
- Plastic Transport Case