Sennheiser MKH 8060 Compact Shotgun Microphone

Whether you are capturing the subtle nuances of a feature film, the raw emotion of a documentary, or the unpredictability of an outdoor shoot, the Sennheiser MKH 8060 Compact Shotgun Microphone delivers unparalleled audio quality to complement your visual storytelling. This microphone, a part of Sennheiser's acclaimed 8000 series, is engineered for professional use, providing a natural sound that is both detailed and rich. Its compact design makes it ideal for camera mounting, while its robust build ensures it can withstand the rigors of any shooting environment.

One of the standout features of the MKH 8060 is its super-cardioid/lobar pick-up pattern, which significantly attenuates off-axis sounds without introducing coloration, making it perfect for capturing clear dialogue and sound effects. This microphone also boasts exceptionally low inherent self-noise and extremely low distortion, ensuring that every nuance in the sound is captured with pristine clarity.

Moreover, the MKH 8060 can be seamlessly converted into a full-fledged digital microphone with the addition of the MZD 8000 digital module. This feature gives you the flexibility to adapt to both analog and digital recording environments effortlessly. With its rugged metal housing and non-reflective Nextel coating, the microphone is built to last and perform under diverse conditions, including challenging outdoor environments thanks to its RF circuit which makes it extremely weather-proof.

Key Features

• Super-cardioid/lobar pick-up pattern for precise sound capture
• Very natural sound with undistorted off-axis capture
• Exceptionally low inherent self-noise for pristine audio
• Extremely low distortion levels
• Transformerless and fully floating balanced output
• High output signal
• Robust metal construction with non-reflective Nextel coating
• Extremely weather-proof thanks to RF circuitry
• Compact design ideal for camera mounting
• Can be converted to a digital microphone with the MZD 8000 digital module
• Timbrally identical with other 8000-series microphones for consistent audio quality

Specifications

• Frequency response: 50 - 25000 Hz
• Audio output: XLR-3M balanced, transformerless, floating
• Sensitivity in free field, no load (1kHz): -24 dBV/Pa (63mV/Pa)
• Nominal impedance: 25 Ohm
• Minimum terminating impedance: 2000 Ohm
• Phantom powering: 48 V +/- 4 V
• Equivalent noise level: 11 dB
• Equivalent noise level weighted as per CCIR 468-3: 23 dB
• Maximum sound pressure level (passive): 129 dB SPL
• Current consumption: 3.3 mA

Package Contents

• Shotgun microphone MKH 8060
• Microphone clip
• Foam windshield
• Threaded transport tube
• User manual