Sennheiser's MKH800 Twin is a multi-pattern microphone without the pattern switches. To make various patterns, the MKH800 Twin is equipped with both front and back capsule outlets. Simply record both of these capsules into a DAW or recorder; during mix-down users can create the pattern they want with optimum control.

The MKH800 TWIN is a universal studio condenser microphone of exceptional quality. It includes a dual capsule consisting of two symmetrical push-pull transducers with high linearity. This is a "side fire" microphone with the two cardioid pick-up patterns of the transducer aligned back-to-back across the axis of the microphone.

The signals of both transducers are not combined in the microphone in order to generate differing pick-up patterns but are available separately as two channels at the microphone output. This allows the pick-up patterns of the MKH800 TWIN to be remotely adjusted. The signals can be combined in any desired way in the mixing console in order to create all pick-up patterns from omni-directional to figure-8 with an infinite number of intermediate stages. Based on the legendary MKH800, this microphone opens up to a new dimension of studio recordings.

The MKH800 Twin is ideal for film scoring, foley, symphonic recording, broadcast 5.1 surround studio, and field recording.

Includes

• (1) MKH800 TWIN Studio Condenser Microphone
• (1) MZQ80 Microphone Clamp
• (1) MZS80 Shock Mount
• (1) AC20 Adapter Cable (1 x XLR-5 Socket to 2 x XLR-3 Connector)
• (1) User Manual
• (1) Aluminum Transport Case

Features

• Wide frequency response (30Hz - 50kHz)
• Very low noise
• Legendary MKH800 transparency and accuracy
• Humidity resistant
• Symmetrical capsule design with incredibly low distortion
• Creates any polar pattern during mix-down
• Available in nickel or Nextel gray finish

Specifications

• Frequency Response (Microphone): (30Hz - 50kHz)
• Weight: 172g
• Sensitivity in Free Field, No Load (1kHz): 40mV/Pa (-28 dBV)
• Nominal Impedance: 100Ω
• Min. Terminating Impedance: 2000Ω
• Phantom Powering: 48 V +- 4V
• Equivalent Noise Level: 12dB (A)
• Equivalent Noise Level Weighted as per CCIR468-3: 20dB
• Maximum Sound Pressure Level (Passive): 134dB SPL
• Current Consumption: 2 x 3.1mA
• Dynamic Range: 122dB(A), 144dB (CCIR)