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Slender matte-black cardioid condenser microphone with tapered grille

Sennheiser

Sennheiser MKH8040 Cardioid Condenser Microphone

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A compact cardioid condenser microphone capturing 30 Hz to 50 kHz with 13 dB self-noise for detailed studio or stage recording

  • Pristine audio capture with RF condenser design
  • Focused front pickup minimises background noise
  • Full spectrum detail from 30 Hz to 50 kHz
  • Clean recordings at just 13 dB self-noise
  • Compact build suits studio and stage setups

Professional Cardioid Condenser Microphone

The Sennheiser MKH8040 is a compact cardioid condenser microphone built for professional audio capture. It suits studio engineers, broadcast professionals and field recordists who need accurate sound reproduction in demanding environments. The RF condenser design delivers pristine audio quality with minimal self-noise. Its focused pickup pattern isolates the intended source while rejecting off-axis sound.

Cardioid Pattern for Focused Studio Integration

The cardioid polar pattern captures sound from the front while significantly reducing unwanted noise from the sides and rear. This allows the microphone to sit close to instruments or vocalists without picking up excessive room ambience or monitor bleed. Its compact form factor fits unobtrusively into existing microphone arrays or tight stage plots. The design frees up physical space around the capsule for precise positioning in multi-microphone sessions.

Low-Noise Performance During Extended Sessions

An equivalent noise level of just 13 dB ensures clean recordings even during quiet passages or long takes. The ultra-wide frequency response of 30Hz to 50kHz captures the full harmonic spectrum of vocals and instruments without roll-off. RF condenser technology maintains consistent sensitivity and low distortion under continuous operation. The microphone delivers reliable, detailed performance across sustained recording or live sound applications.

Highlights

  • Pristine audio capture with RF condenser design
  • Focused front pickup minimises background noise
  • Full spectrum detail from 30 Hz to 50 kHz
  • Clean recordings at just 13 dB self-noise
  • Compact build suits studio and stage setups

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

At what equivalent noise level does self-noise become audible during long sessions?

The MKH8040 specifies an equivalent noise level of 13 dB, keeping self-noise well below typical ambient sound even during extended recordings.

How much heat or fan noise does the microphone generate when running continuously?

As a passive RF condenser with no active electronics or cooling, the MKH8040 produces no heat and no fan noise during all-day operation.

What external device must supply phantom power for the MKH8040 to operate?

The microphone needs an audio interface, mixer or recorder that provides standard phantom power over its XLR connection.

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