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Sennheiser MKH 8018 Stereo Shotgun Microphone

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The Sennheiser MKH 8018 Stereo Shotgun Microphone is a compact and lightweight microphone designed with three selectable stereo recording patterns to adapt to your production needs. Key features include:

  • Directional stereo shotgun design

  • 40 Hz to 20 kHz frequency range

  • Moisture-resistant RF condenser

  • Low self-noise for detailed audio

High-Performance Shotgun. This Sennheiser MKH 8018 Stereo Shotgun Microphone brings versatility and pristine audio capture to the forefront of your production. It features a push-pull transducer design and low-tension diaphragm to deliver an impressive frequency response, exceptional sensitivity, and accurate stereo imaging.

Switchable Modes. Offering three selectable stereo recording patterns, the MKH 8018 can conform and adapt to whatever environment your production is set in. MS (Mid-Side) Mode offers flexible stereo image and control over the stereo width, XY-Narrow (LR-N) Mode will be best suited for dialogue, and XY-Wide (LR-W) Mode will enhance your outdoor and environmental audio.

Superior Performance. The MKH 8018 captures the depth and detail that every audio tech craves, offering a 40 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response and stereo shotgun capsule configuration for a highly directional pickup pattern. Additionally, this mic boasts low nonlinear distortion, low self-noise, a switchable low-cut filter, a high-quality -10 dB pad, and an extended bass response.

Design and Power. This compact and lightweight microphone can be mounted on a boom pole, camera, or a mobile recording setup! The mic features a moisture-resistant RF condenser to enable use in humid, hot, or cold environments, making it a great fit for anything from sports broadcasts to nature documentaries. The MKH 8018 is fueled via 48V Phantom power through the 5-pin XLR connector.

Q & A

What cable do I need to connect this to a 3-pin XLR mixer / recorder?
  • The 8018 is equipped with an XLR 5-Pin male connector so you’ll need a XLR5F to XLR3M adapter or breakout cable.

How do I power this microphone?
  • As with most condenser types, the 8018 microphone requires DC power from a compatible, external device with 48V+ (phantom power) support.

Resources

Audio Type

Shotgun Mic

Brand

Sennheiser

Item Type

Audio

Mfr. Model Number #MKH 8018
Microphone

Polar Pattern

  • Multi-Directional
Element Type
  • 2x Condenser
Sound Field
  • Stereo
Orientation
  • End Address
Controls
  • Pad, Stereo Width
Pad
  • -10 dB
Circuitry
  • Solid-State

 

Performance

Frequency Response

  • 40 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
  • 126 dB
Sensitivity
  • 56 mV/Pa (M-Channel)
  • 25 mV/Pa (S-Channel)
  • 50 mV/Pa (XY Narrow)
  • 32 mV/Pa (XY Wide)

 

Physical

Color

  • Black
Mounting Thread Size
  • 5/8"-27 Female (3/8"-16 Female with Included Adapter)
Dimensions
  • ø: 0.9 x L: 9.1" / ø: 22 x L: 230 mm
Weight
  • 4.1 oz

 

Power

Power Sources

  • Phantom Power
Operating Voltage
  • 48

Sennheiser MKH 8018 Stereo Shotgun Microphone

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