Sennheiser MKH 8018 Stereo Shotgun RF Condenser Microphone

The Sennheiser MKH 8018 Stereo Shotgun RF Condenser Microphone is a high-performance stereo shotgun microphone that offers exceptional directionality and spatial realism. Featuring three switchable stereo modes—MS, XY-narrow, and XY-wide—this versatile microphone allows you to tailor your audio capture to different environments, from film and video production to wildlife recording and live events. With a push-pull transducer design and low-tension diaphragm, the MKH 8018 delivers remarkable sensitivity and a wide frequency response (40Hz – 20kHz), ensuring authentic sound reproduction. It also includes a switchable low-cut filter to reduce wind and handling noise, as well as a -10 dB pad to prevent overdriving, making it ideal for a variety of recording situations. Built for durability, this German-engineered microphone is moisture-resistant and designed to perform in challenging environments. Its compact size and Nextel® non-reflective paint make it visually unobtrusive, perfect for camera mounting and use in both studio and field applications. Sennheiser MKH 8018 features Stereo shotgun capsule configuration captures sound with an immersive sense of directionality and spatial realism Ideal mic choice for capturing film and video production with a sense of directionality; stereo soundscapes during screenplay scenes, sporting events, and spatially accurate environmental sounds, wildlife, and more Three switchable stereo-modes: MS, XY-narrow, and XY-wide Switchable low-cut filter (-3 dB at 70 Hz) reduces wind- and handling noise High-quality -10 dB pad protects against overdriving Ideal for camera mounting due to compact design Identical timbre as other 8000 series microphones for optimum aural compatibility Fully floating balanced output allows for non-critical connection technology with minimal distortion A low-tension diaphragm and symmetrical, acoustically open push-pull transducer design keep the sound flow as unrestricted and undistorted as possible Extended bass response enables capturing sound in its full frequency extent and gives more freedom for microphone positioning Part of a complete series of condenser microphones; MKH 8000 series includes all standard polar patterns that audio recording professionals need for various applications German-engineered with durable metal housing and rugged construction means superior reliability Moisture-resistant design ideal for use in humid, hot, and cold environments where other mics fail Optimal polar pattern avoids off-axis colorations, allows for coherent sound image, especially for larger sound sources Low self-noise for greater detail in audio; retains the softness of quiet sounds and increases dynamics Low nonlinear distortion avoids adding new frequency spectrum, thus maintaining sonic clarity Compact size means easy transport; it is visually unobtrusive in live shows or TV Nextel® non-reflecting paint ensures no reflection from stage lights, keeping the mic visually unobtrusive in live shows or TV Non-modular design; fixed XLR 5M-Out Sennheiser MKH 8018 Specifications Frequency Specifications 40Hz - 20 kHz Dynamic range >126 dB Pick-up pattern Stereo Connection Wired Connectors 5-pin XLR Product height 73mm Product length 320mm Product width 170mm Product weight (g) 403