AVX
Welcome to the Sennheiser AVX Digital Wireless Lavalier microphone module.
- Optimized dynamic range meaning no overload or distortions.
- ME2-II omnidirectional condenser microphone for content creation.
- Exceptional fast ‘plug and play’ setup.
- DSLR compatible
- The receiver automatically detects phantom power and will turn itself on and off to save battery life
- 98-foot-long operation range.
In this module we used the phrase ‘Omnidirectional’. Omnidirectional is si mply the name of the polar patterns the XSW-D lavalier microphone picks up. What is a polar pattern? This simply is the phrase used to picture where and how the sound is being picked up as shown below with three examples:
Imagine someone talks directly into your ear, you will hear it loud and clear. However, imagine your back is turned to them, you won’t pick up what they are saying as well. However, this microphone will hear it just as well with its 360 omni pick up.
The Sennheiser AVX will typically cost between $799 and $1,199 depending on retailer and accessories. You can grab yours by visiting the Sennheiser or Sweet Water websites. To get your membership discount, look at the discount page located in the member resources section of the website and get in touch with Sweet Water directly.
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MK 4
Welcome to the Sennheiser MK 4 Large Diaphragm condenser microphone module.
- The MK 4 is a cardioid microphone with a nickel finish.
- It has a large 1-inch diaphragm condenser spattered with 24-carat gold.
- The sturdy metal housing and the elastically mounted capsule makes the microphone tough enough for even the most energetic recording situation.
- The internal capsule mount invites excellent suppression of handling noise. This is improved even further with the use of an elastic suspension which is available as an accessory.
- The MK 4 has a maximum sound pressure level of 140 dB and a self-noise of 10 dB(A) which is exceptionally low.
- The open front suspension mount enables the MK 4 to rest exceptionally close to the sound source.
In this module we used the phrase ‘cardioid’. Cardioid is simply the name of the polar patterns that the MK 4 picks up. What is a polar pattern? This simply is the phrase used to picture where and how the sound is being picked up as shown below with three examples:
Imagine someone talks directly into your ear, you will hear it loud and clear. However, imagine your back is turned to them, you won’t pick up what they are saying as well.
The Sennheiser MK 4 will typically cost between $300 and $400 depending on retailer and accessories. You can grab yours by visiting the Sennheiser or Sweet Water websites. To get your membership discount, look at the discount page located in the member resources section of the website and get in touch with Sweet Water directly.
Optional accessories include the MKW Windshield, MZP 40 Popshield and the MKS 40 Elastic Suspension.
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MK 8
Welcome to the Sennheiser MK 8 Large Diaphragm condenser microphone module.
- The MK 8 is a double-diaphragm microphone which has a large 1-inch condenser spattered with 24-carat gold.
- The capsule is elastically mounted to reduce structure-borne noise.
- Utilizing the three-position switchable filter allows users to either eliminate remaining low-frequency noise below 60 Hz or introduce a soft roll-off effect from 100 Hz down
- The MK 8 is fitted with a switchable pod (Odd, -10dB, -20 dB)
- The MK 8 has 5 pick-up patterns: Cardioid, Wide Cardioid, Super Cardioid, Omni Directional and Figure of 8.
- Sturdy metal housing protects the components, and the MK 8 has a low sensitivity to humidity.
In this module we mentioned several pick-up patterns. Pick-up patterns are simply the name of how the MK 8 can listen. Imagine someone talking directly into your ear, this best describes Cardioid. Now imagine if you could hear just as well in 360, this would describe omni. Below shows the 5 pick-up patterns the MK 8 has at its disposal at the click of a switch:
Most of the images speaks for itself, however one extra benefit to the figure of 8 pick-up pattern is that it allows two artists to speak into the same microphone, facing each other, and in real time. This is great for collaboration work.
The Sennheiser MK 8 will typically cost between $700 and $800 depending on retailer and accessories. You can grab yours by visiting the Sennheiser or Sweet Water websites. To get your membership discount, look at the discount page located in the member resources section of the website and get in touch with Sweet Water directly.
Optional accessories include the MKW 4 Windshield, MZP 40 Popshield, the MKS 40 Elastic Suspension and the MKC 4 Hardcase.
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MKH 416
Welcome to the Sennheiser MKH 416 shotgun microphone module.
- The MKH 416 is a short shotgun interface tube microphone.
- It is highly immune to humidity due to its RF condenser design.
- Recording in super cardioid pick-up patterns and with low self-noise.
- Hyper cardioid at low or medium frequencies.
- Lightweight 500g and thin 19 x 250 mm
- The open front suspension mount enables the MK 4 to rest exceptionally close to the sound source.
In this module we used the phrase ‘shotgun’. Shotgun is often the name used to describe a thin tube styled microphone. It has sensitive polar pattern, working between the super cardioid and hyper cardioid pick-ups.
Super and hyper cardioid microphones are very popular on TV and Film sets. Often you will see microphones such as the Sennheiser 8040, 8020 and 416 at the end of a boom pole. They find their home in the voiceover world as a premium microphone with the highest level of pick-up power.
The Sennheiser MKH 416 will typically cost between $900 and $1,100 depending on retailer and accessories. You can grab yours by visiting the Sennheiser or Sweet Water websites. To get your membership discount, look at the discount page located in the member resources section of the website and get in touch with Sweet Water directly.
Optional accessories include the MZW415 Form Windscreen and MZS20-1/216 Shock Mount Kit.
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MKH 8060
Welcome to the Sennheiser MKH 8060 shotgun microphone module.
- The MKH 8060 is a short shotgun interface tube microphone.
- Extremely weatherproof due to its RF circuitry.
- Recording in super cardioid pick-up and with exceptional low self-noise for a true natural sound.
- Lightweight 501g and thin 19mm diameter and 175mm length
- Rugged metal housing with non-reflective Nextel circuit
In this module we used the phrase ‘shotgun’. Shotgun is often the name used to describe a thin tube styled microphone. Its polar patterns behave as a super cardioid.
Super and hyper cardioid microphones are very popular on TV and Film sets. Often you will see microphones such as the Sennheiser 8060, 8020 and 416 at the end of a boom pole. They find their home in the voiceover world as a premium microphone with the highest level of pick-up power.
The Sennheiser MKH 8060 will typically cost between $1,499 and $1,699 depending on retailer and accessories. You can grab yours by visiting the Sennheiser or Sweet Water websites. To get your membership discount, look at the discount page located in the member resources section of the website and get in touch with Sweet Water directly.
Optional accessories include the MZW415 Form Windscreen and MZS20-1/216 Shock Mount Kit.
Check the latest offers available on the Sennheiser website: https://www.sennheiser.com/en-us and email: support@site3.webdnx.net for support with making your purchase.
XSW-D
Welcome to the Sennheiser XSW-D Lavalier microphone module.
- The XSW-D portable Lavalier set has a transmitter and receptor compatible with DSLR cameras and smart phones.
- ME2-II omnidirectional condenser microphone for content creation.
- Multi-operational clamps to attach to devices.
- Adjustable, portable and durable stand with lock, ball joint and retractable legs.
- USB C charger with 5-hour battery life off a single charge.
- 250-foot-long operation range.
In this module we used the phrase ‘omnidirectional’. Omnidirectional is simply the name of the polar patterns that the XSW-D lavalier microphone picks up. What is a polar pattern? This simply is the phrase used to picture where and how the sound is being picked up as shown below with three examples:
Imagine someone talks directly into your ear, you will hear it loud and clear. However, imagine your back is turned to them, you won’t pick up what they are saying as well. This microphone will hear it just as well with its 360 omni pick up.
The Sennheiser XSW-D will typically cost between $269 and $369 depending on retailer and accessories. You can obtain multiple transmitters with this product. You can grab yours by visiting the Sennheiser or Sweet Water websites. To get your membership discount, look at the discount page located in the member resources section of the website and get in touch with Sweet Water directly.
Check the latest offers available on the Sennheiser website: https://www.sennheiser.com/en-us and email: support@site3.webdnx.net for support with making your purchase.
MKH 8040
Welcome to the Sennheiser MKH 8040 compact cardioid condenser microphone module.
- The MKH 8040 is a compact cardioid microphone.
- Well suited for rooms with poor acoustics
- Balanced frequency response
- Suitable for almost any application
- Recording in cardioid pick-up and with exceptional low self-noise.
- Lightweight at 25g (55g with XLR module) and thin 19mm diameter and 41mm length (74mm with XLR module)
- Non-reflective Nextel coating
In this module we used the phrase ‘XLR module’. The XLR module connects to the bottom of the 8040 and this is what allows you to plug the 8040 into an audio interface. The 8040 is a multipurpose microphone that can be used in a variety of ways. You can see the XLR module in the left image below. But there are other ways that this microphone can connect to devices, it is not simply at the mercy of an XLR connection. The image below on the right and centre show its versatility in different scenarios.
The Sennheiser MKH 8040 will typically cost between $1,099 and $1,699 depending on retailer and accessories. You can grab yours by visiting the Sennheiser or Sweet Water websites. To get your membership discount, look at the discount page located in the member resources section of the website and get in touch with Sweet Water directly.
Optional accessories include the XLR Module MZX 8000, the MZW 8000 wind screen and the MZQ 8000 microphone clip.
Check the latest offers available on the Sennheiser website: https://www.sennheiser.com/en-us and email: support@site3.webdnx.net for support with making your purchase.