Sennheiser MKH 416 P48 Shotgun Microphone, Matte Black

The Sennheiser MKH 416 P48 is a shotgun microphone engineered for professional audio acquisition in film, broadcast, and location recording. It employs a short interference tube design with a supercardioid polar pattern to achieve high directivity. This configuration focuses sound capture on sources directly in front of the microphone while attenuating off-axis noise from the sides and rear. The result is distinct source isolation, a critical requirement for dialogue and sound effects recording in uncontrolled environments.

Constructed with a rugged, matte black metal housing, the microphone is built for durability in field production settings. Its RF condenser technology provides low self-noise and high resistance to humidity, ensuring reliable performance across different weather conditions. The MKH 416 P48 captures a frequency range of 40 Hz to 20,000 Hz, delivering articulate and uncolored sound reproduction. This model operates using standard 48V phantom power, supplied via a wired connection.

• Microphone Type: Shotgun RF condenser
• Polar Pattern: Supercardioid
• Frequency Response: 40 Hz – 20,000 Hz
• Nominal Impedance: 25 Ω
• Connectivity: Wired (requires P48 phantom power)
• Construction: All-metal body
• Recommended Use: Film, television, and outdoor recording
• Included Accessory: MZW415 foam windscreen