Sennheiser MKH 8018 Stereo Shotgun Microphone

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The Sennheiser MKH 8018 is a stereo shotgun microphone and the latest addition to the renowned Sennheiser MKH 8000 series, designed to offer exceptional directivity and unprecedented spatial realism. Thanks to its innovative push-pull transducer design and low-tension diaphragm, the MKH 8018 ensures high sensitivity and an extended frequency response, capturing sound in its most authentic form, with crystal-clear reproduction across the entire frequency range.

Three Different Stereo Modes for Maximum Versatility
The new Sennheiser MKH 8018 stands out for its recording flexibility, thanks to three selectable stereo modes that make it ideal for various professional audio applications:

• MS (Mid-Side): Allows for stereo image adjustment both in post-production and in real-time with a matrix mixer, offering maximum versatility in sound field management.
• XY-narrow: Provides a more focused and precise pickup, ideal for dialogues and recordings where greater source separation is required.
• XY-wide: Expands the stereo image by capturing more environmental information, perfect for recording immersive soundscapes, sporting events, and ambient recordings.

Uncompromising Performance for Broadcast, Cinema, and Field Recording
Equipped with a switchable low-cut filter (-3 dB at 70 Hz) to reduce wind noise and handling noise, the MKH 8018 ensures interference-free recordings. The integrated -10 dB pad protects against distortion even in the most extreme situations, allowing you to manage high-pressure sound sources.

Its compact and lightweight design makes it perfect for on-camera mounting, while its timbral compatibility with other microphones in the MKH 8000 series ensures easy integration into existing audio setups, maintaining impeccable sound coherence. The floating balanced output guarantees a distortion-free signal. Furthermore, thanks to its extended low-frequency response, the new Sennheiser MKH 8018 offers an even wider dynamic range and greater freedom in microphone placement, always maintaining a natural and detailed sound reproduction.

A New Standard for Professional Stereo Recording
Designed for sound professionals seeking maximum fidelity and versatility, the new Sennheiser MKH 8018 is the ideal choice for film productions, news reporting, nature documentaries, live events, and broadcast. Thanks to the combination of technological innovation and Sennheiser's build quality, this stereo shotgun microphone redefines the standards of professional audio recording, offering an uncompromising recording experience.

• Stereo shotgun capsule configuration captures sound with an immersive sense of directionality and spatial realism
• Ideal mic choice for capturing film and video production with a sense of directionality; stereo soundscapes during screenplay scenes, sporting events, and spatially accurate environmental sounds, wildlife, and more
• Three switchable stereo-modes: MS, XY-narrow, and XY-wide
• Switchable low-cut filter (-3 dB at 70 Hz) reduces wind- and handling noise
• High-quality -10 dB pad protects against overdriving
• Ideal for camera mounting due to compact design
• Identical timbre as other 8000 series microphones for optimum aural compatibility
• Fully floating balanced output allows for non-critical connection technology with minimal distortion
• A low-tension diaphragm and symmetrical, acoustically open push-pull transducer design keep the sound flow as unrestricted and undistorted as possible
• Extended bass response enables capturing sound in its full frequency extent and gives more freedom for microphone positioning
• Part of a complete series of condenser microphones; MKH 8000 series includes all standard polar patterns that audio recording professionals need for various applications
• German-engineered with durable metal housing and rugged construction means superior reliability
• Moisture-resistant design ideal for use in humid, hot, and cold environments where other mics fail
• Optimal polar pattern avoids off-axis colorations, allows for coherent sound image, especially for larger sound sources
• Low self-noise for greater detail in audio; retains the softness of quiet sounds and increases dynamics
• Low nonlinear distortion avoids adding new frequency spectrum, thus maintaining sonic clarity
• Compact size means easy transport; it is visually unobtrusive in live shows or TV
• Nextel® non-reflecting paint ensures no reflection from stage lights, keeping the mic visually unobtrusive in live shows or TV
• Non-modular design; fixed XLR 5M-Out

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