Sennheiser MKH 418-S Stereo Microphone

The MKH418S is a compact MS stereo shotgun microphone utilizing Sennheiser's exclusive RF condenser microphone technology.

The MKH418S incorporates a mid-side (MS) capsule based on that of the legendary MKH416 which is combined with a newly designed figure-of-eight side capsule. Its high constant articulation, excellent feedback rejection and functional versatility make the MKH418S a superb all-round cost-effective choice for radio, film, television, reporting, and multi-media applications.

Superb all-round cost-effective choice for radio, film, television, reporting, and multi-media applications.

Includes

• 1 MKH418S

Features

• · Matt black finished brass body is rugged and weather resistant
• · Low inherent self noise insures an optimal signal to noise ratio
• · Rugged MKH capsules are impervious to extreme climate conditions
• · Independent capsule outputs allow variable matrixing capabilities and multi-functional use.

Specifications

• Acoustic operating principle
  • M:pressure gradient/interference tube
  • S:pressure gradient
• Pick-up pattern
  • M:supercardioid/lobar
  • S:figure-of-eight
• Sensitivity at 1kHz
  • M: 25mV/Pa (-32dBV)
  • S: 10mV/Pa (-40dBV)
• Frequency response: 40Hz - 20kHz
• Max. SPL: 130dB SPL (63Pa)
• Max. output voltage: 1.5V
• Equivalent noise level
  • M: 14dB-A / 26dB-CCIR
  • S: 22dB-A / 34dB-CCIR
• Output impedance at 1kHz: < 25Ω
• Min. load impedance: 1 kΩ
• Power supply P48: 48 ± 4V / 2 x 2.3mA
• Connector: 5-pin XLR, male
• Dimensions: DIa.19 mm x 280 mm
• Weight: 220g
• Operating temperature range: -20 to +60°C
• Humidity range: < 95% relative humidity