The omni-directional Sennheiser MKH 8020 microphone is ideal for recording large and small sound sources, for a "Decca Tree" or for use in an OSS "Jecklin Disk" array. As the MKH8020 does not suffer from a proximity effect, it is also a good choice for close-miking. If the acoustic ambiance is right, this microphone will provide very impressive recordings. The extra octave at the bottom end makes the MKH 8020 perfect for recording pipe organs, grand piano and acoustic double-bass.
Sennheiser MKH 8020 Features
- Omni-directional pick-up pattern
- Modular design
- Wide frequency response 10 to 60.000 Hz
- Symmetrical transducer with 2 backplates providing extremly low distortion
- Extremly low inherent self-noise
- Accurate directional pattern
- Non reflective Nextel coating
- Ideal for stereo and surround recordings, as an M microphone and for ambience
- Also available in stereo pairs
Sennheiser MKH 8020 Specifications
| Dimensions: |
19 (D) x 74 in mm (41mm excluding XLR module) |
| Transducer principle: |
RF condenser microphone |
| Frequency response: |
10 to 60000Hz |
| Weight: |
55g (25g excluding XLR module) |
| Audio output: |
XLR-3M balanced, transformerless, floating |
| Pick-up pattern: |
omni-directional |
| Sensitivity in free field, no load (1kHz): |
31mV/Pa (30dBV/Pa) |
| Nominal impedance: |
25Ohms |
| Min. terminating impedance: |
1000Ohms |
| Phantom powering: |
48V (+/-4V) |
| Equivalent noise level: |
10dB(A) |
| Equivalent noise level weighted as per CCIR 468-3: |
21dB |
| Maximum sound pressure level (passive): |
138dB SPL |
| Current consumption: |
3,3mA |
