Sennheiser MKH 8030 Condenser Microphone
Condenser Microphone
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SKU: 700251
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Product Description
The Sennheiser MKH 8030 is a high-performance microphone that delivers pristine, distortion-free sound with unparalleled accuracy. With its open, symmetrical push-pull transducer, it ensures exceptional clarity and minimal off-axis coloration. The wide frequency range, from 30 Hz to 50 kHz, captures every nuance of your audio, from deep bass to sparkling treble, making it perfect for high-end audio applications. Designed for professional environments such as orchestral recordings, live broadcasts, and complex stereo setups, the MKH 8030 excels in rejecting unwanted noise, even in the most demanding conditions.
Built to harmonise perfectly with the MKH 8000 series, this microphone guarantees consistent, flawless performance across a variety of setups, including M-S, double M-S, and Blumlein stereo configurations. The low-tension diaphragm ensures high sensitivity with incredibly low self-noise, resulting in a rich and authentic sound character that stands out in both studio and live environments. If you're looking for a versatile microphone that excels at isolating sound sources while maintaining an accurate, natural tone, the MKH 8030 is the ideal choice.
Key Features:
- Unmatched Sound Clarity:
The symmetrical, open push-pull transducer design delivers distortion-free audio with minimal off-axis coloration, ensuring exceptional sound clarity and accurate reproduction. - Extended Frequency Range:
With a wide frequency response of 30 Hz to 50 kHz, the MKH 8030 captures intricate details and authentic sound character, making it ideal for professional recording environments. - Versatile Applications:
Whether in M-S, double M-S, or Blumlein stereo configurations, this microphone is perfect for isolating sound sources in complex environments such as orchestral recordings or live broadcasts.
Superior Audio Performance:
The Sennheiser MKH 8030 is engineered to capture sound with unrivalled accuracy, offering exceptional performance in both studio and live settings. With its unique symmetrical design, this microphone ensures true-to-life audio reproduction, making it ideal for critical listening applications such as orchestral and classical music recordings. The MKH 8030 excels in rejecting unwanted environmental noise, providing a clean, undistorted signal even in challenging acoustic environments. Its versatile nature makes it an excellent choice for professional sound engineers and musicians seeking superior sound quality, whether for solo instruments, voice recordings, or complex stereo arrangements.
Wide Frequency Response:
One of the standout features of the MKH 8030 is its wide frequency response, spanning from 30 Hz to 50 kHz. This broad range allows the microphone to capture both the deep, rich tones of lower frequencies and the sparkling clarity of higher frequencies, offering an authentic sound character. Whether you're recording a bass-heavy performance or a high-pitched soprano, the MKH 8030 ensures that every detail is captured with precision. The extended frequency range is especially beneficial for capturing the natural dynamics and tone of orchestral instruments or any high-fidelity recording.
Professional-grade Design:
Designed with professional applications in mind, the Sennheiser MKH 8030 combines innovative technology with rugged, reliable construction. The microphone features a low-tension diaphragm, which provides high sensitivity and low self-noise for optimal sound reproduction. The MKH 8030 also integrates seamlessly with the Sennheiser MKH 8000 series, allowing for consistent sound quality across a variety of setups. With its lightweight design and compact dimensions, the MKH 8030 is both easy to handle and durable enough to withstand the demands of professional sound recording in any environment.
Specifications:
- Polar Pattern: Figure-8
- Frequency Response: 30 Hz - 50 kHz
- Sensitivity: 25 mV/Pa
- Self-Noise: 13 dB(A)
- Connector: XLR-3M
- Weight: 90 g
- Dimensions: 19 mm diameter, 132 mm length
- Compatible Accessories: Sennheiser MKH 8000 series mounts and filters