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Sennheiser MKH800-P48 Variable Pattern Condenser Microphone Used  From Sennheiser

Variable Pattern Condenser Microphone. Close-Matched with serial 1028011690, also available on our site!

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Manufacturer's Description from Sennheiser

The MKH 800-P48 sets a new standard for studio microphones in the age of high definition digital recording. It is the very fist microphone to fully utilize the wider frequency response and dynamic range of the new 24 bit/96 kHz standard, marking the breakthrough to a yet unknown clarity and precision in audio. A variable pattern condenser microphone, the MKH 800 offers five switchable polar patterns. Ideal for any recording application where exceptional detailed, lively and spatially precise sound is required.

Features

  • Extended frequency response of up to 50 kHz
  • Five switchable polar patterns
  • Exceptionally low inherent self-noise and distortion
  • Wide dynamic range
  • Switchable pre-attenuation, roll-off filter and treble emphasis
  • Transformerless and fully floating balanced output
  • LED for on-axis alignment
  • Anodized, champagne light metal body
  • One-year warranty

Delivery Includes

  • MKH 800 P 48
  • MZS 80 shock mount
  • MZW 80 windshield
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About Manufacturer

Innovation and know-how those are the hallmarks of one of the world's leading companies in the area of electro-acoustics. From individual audio products to complete system solutions Sennheiser electronic has the knowledge and the experience to lead the way in the constantly developing audio market. The key factors in its extraordinary success are its customer orientation, the performance of its employees, and its worldwide market presence. Sennheiser responds to the enormous significance of the foreign markets by maintaining intimate contact with its customers through an international network of sales subsidiaries and independent sales partners, most of which have been collaborating with Sennheiser for many years. This consistent customer orientation is also reflected in the seven major business areas of the company. In 2001, Sennheiser's consolidated turnover amounted to 227,4 million EURO. As a family business with about 1.500 employees, Sennheiser is completely self-financed. The independence of external financiers is the basis for innovation and implementation of a high quality standard for products. The focus is not on short-term return on capital but on the healthy long-term development of the company. Music Industry Toploader, Manowar, Sting, Dido or Sasha stars and sound engineers rely on Sennheiser quality. The product range offers everything from rugged, roadworthy stage microphones to studio condenser microphones for audiophile recordings. The portfolio also includes in-ear monitoring systems for the artists and monitoring headphones for the sound engineer ... Consumer Electronics In-ear headphones and other "lightweights" for music on the move, classical open or closed cabled headphones, RF wireless headphones for greater freedom of movement, PC headsets, and TV headphones, also with infrared or radio-frequency transmission. Sennheiser's competency in headphones is matched by its experience with microphones: whether for hi-fi systems, natural life recordings, or for PCs, at Sennheiser, consumers find the right microphone for every purpose ... Professional Systems Theater, musical productions, special events, movies, radio, and television ? wherever professional sound transmission solutions are called for, on stage or backstage, Sennheiser brings its comprehensive system know-how to bear. With its RF wireless microphones of the top-of-the-line 3000 and 5000 Series, the company leads the field ... Aviation With pilot headsets for airline and private pilots as well as headphones for in-flight entertainment, Sennheiser covers the complete range of audio transmission on board. The special NoiseGard system efficiently reduces wind and aircraft noise and thus provides for clear communication and safety in radio traffic and gives passenger headphones disturbance-free sound that is worth listening to ... Installed Sound At conferences, museums, and exhibitions, Sennheiser's conference and tour-guide systems provide for comfort and communication across the boundaries of countries and languages. Infrared systems in theaters and event venues provide crystal-clear sound directly to the ears of the hearing impaired. Wherever communication takes place, an innovative Sennheiser solution is not far away ... Audiology The Sennheiser range for better hearing! RF or infrared headphones make watching television a pleasure once again for everyone concerned, because these lightweights let you hear without disturbing others. Personal sound amplifiers that can be used as needed make speech clear and understandable. Sennheiser also offers television systems and personal FM systems to hearing-aid users ... Telecommunications With PC headphones, microphones, and headsets from Sennheiser, you can discover the fascinating world of multimedia, work more reliably with voice recognition systems, set up your Internet telephony system more professionally, and much, much more ...

Specifications

Current consumption

3 mA

Dimensions

d 1.1 x 6.9 in. (27 x 176 mm)

Equivalent noise level

10 dB

Equivalent noise level weighted as per CCIR 468-3

20 dB

Min. terminating impedance

2,000 Ω

Nominal impedance

150 Ω

Pick-up pattern

Omni-directional...cardioid...fig. eight

Battery

48 +- 4 V Phantom

Sensitivity in free field, no load (1kHz)

40 mV/Pa ± 1 dB

Weight

4.8 oz. (135 g)

Transducer principle (microphone)

RF condenser microphone

Frequency response (microphone)

30 - 50,000 Hz

Max. sound pressure level (passive)

136 (142) dB / 1 kHz

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MKH800 Product Sheet

MKH800 Instructions for Use