Description
The Sennheiser MKH-416 is a combination pressure-gradient and interference-tube shotgun mic, an industry staple for boom, fishpole and camera mounting on film, radio and TV productions — especially outside broadcast.
Design
RF-technology controls residual microphone noise by optimising the transducer’s acoustic impedance, giving exceptionally low noise and near-immunity to humidity and moisture — the low RF voltage across the transducer elements also eliminates arcing and DC-bias creep. The pattern is hypercardioid at low and mid frequencies, tightening toward a lobar pattern above 2kHz.
Performance
Very low self-noise pairs with high sensitivity and 130dB SPL handling, giving excellent feedback rejection and a strong signal-to-noise ratio. Rugged construction holds up in adverse climates, from tropical humidity to cold, dry locations.
