SENNHEISER MKH 8070
MRP - Rs. 1,79,900
SENNHEISER MKH 8070: Shotgun & Camera Microphone. Available in India from Shivansh Electronics, Kolkata, West Bengal, India.
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Product
| Transducer type | Condenser |
Frequency Specifications
| Audio frequency response | 45 - 20,000 Hz |
Acoustic Properties
| Equivalent noise level (db) | A-weighted 8 dB(A) CCIR-weighted 21 dB |
| Max. sound pressure level | 124 dB SPL |
| Pickup pattern | Lobar |
Connectivity
| Connection | Wired |
Inputs/Outputs
| Audio output | XLR-3M balanced, transformerless, floating |
Ambient Conditions
| Operating temperature (C) | -10 °C to 60 °C (14 °F to 140 °F) |
Battery & Power
| Phantom power | P48 V |
| Charging current (mA) | 3.3 mA |
Electrical Properties
| Sensitivity | -19 dBV/Pa (112 mV/Pa) |
| Nominal impedance | 25 Ω |
| Min. terminating impedance | 2 kΩ |
Dimensions
| Dimensions | diameter 19 mm, lenght 465 mm (432 mm excluding XLR module) |
| Product weight | 300 g |
Product overview
The SENNHEISER MKH 8070 is a shotgun & camera microphone from SENNHEISER, part of the Mkh 8000 range.
The long shotgun microphone MKH 8070 was especially designed for picking up distant sources of sound in best quality. Its very natural sound makes it the ideal choice for major broadcast and sporting events. Featuring extreme directivity and a pronounced lobar pick-up pattern it will reliably capture that magic moment from a distance, even under the toughest sonic and climatic conditions. The MKH 8070's special design ensures attenuation of off-axis sound without coloration.
| Pickup pattern | Lobar |
| Transducer type | Condenser |
| Audio frequency response | 45 - 20,000 Hz |
| Sensitivity | -19 dBV/Pa (112 mV/Pa) |
Key features
- Lobar pick-up pattern
- Enhanced directivity
- Very natural sound
- Uncolored off-axis sound
- Exceptionally low inherent self-noise
- Extremely low distortion
- Transformerless and fully floating balanced output
- High output signal
- Rugged metal housing
- Non-reflective Nextel® coating
- Extremely weather-proof due to RF circuit• Nextel®- • Becomes a digital mic when combined with the MZD 8000 digital module
- Timbrally identical with the other 8000-series microphones for optimum aural compatibility
SENNHEISER MKH 8070: frequently asked questions
What is the pickup pattern of the MKH 8070?
Lobar, according to the official specification.
What is the frequency response of the MKH 8070?
45 - 20,000 Hz.
Where can I buy the SENNHEISER MKH 8070 in India?
The SENNHEISER MKH 8070 is available from Shivansh Electronics, Kolkata, West Bengal, India, with delivery across India.
Workflow 1: On-camera recording
Videographers and filmmakers.
Connections
| Connect | To |
|---|---|
| MKH 8070 output (XLR-3M balanced, transformerless, floating) | Camera, recorder or mixer input |
Setup
- Mount the MKH 8070 on the camera with its mount or shock mount.
- Connect it to the camera or recorder audio input.
- Set the recording level manually and monitor on headphones.
Workflow 2: Interviews
Documentary and news crews.
Connections
| Connect | To |
|---|---|
| MKH 8070 output (XLR-3M balanced, transformerless, floating) | Camera, recorder or mixer input |
Setup
- Point the MKH 8070 at the speaker from a short distance.
- Use the windshield outdoors.
- Record a short test before the interview.
Workflow 3: Boom operation
Film and video sound recordists.
Connections
| Connect | To |
|---|---|
| MKH 8070 output (XLR-3M balanced, transformerless, floating) | Camera, recorder or mixer input |
Setup
- Mount the MKH 8070 in a shock mount on a boom pole.
- Keep the microphone just outside the frame, aimed at the speaker's mouth.
Workflow 4: Broadcast and voice-over
Broadcast studios and voice artists.
Setup
- Set up the MKH 8070 in a quiet, treated room.
- Monitor on closed headphones while recording.
Workflow 5: Location recording
Field recordists and production crews.
Setup
- Protect the MKH 8070 from wind with the matching windshield.
- Carry spare batteries or a power source for the recorder.
Workflow 6: Care and storage
Everyone using the MKH 8070.
Setup
- Keep the MKH 8070 in its case or pouch when not in use.
- Avoid moisture and dust; let it reach room temperature before use after transport.
