Description

Sennheiser MKH 800 TWIN Overview

The Sennheiser MKH 800 TWIN Universal Studio Microphone is an innovative studio microphone that features two symmetrical push-pull transducers with high linearity and cardioid polar patterns, mounted for “side fire” signal capturing. This unique design provides exceptional flexibility in polar pattern configuration and signal capturing, making it ideal for a wide range of professional recording applications.

Key Features

Dual Transducer Design

The MKH 800 TWIN incorporates two symmetrical push-pull transducers, which deliver high linearity and cardioid polar patterns. This design allows for side fire signal capturing and provides a balanced and clear audio output.

Remote Pattern Variations

The microphone offers unparalleled flexibility with remote adjustability of polar patterns. Using the included splitter cable, the signals from the two transducers remain isolated and are separated on output, allowing for the creation of unlimited variations of cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-eight polar patterns. This enables precise tailoring of the microphone’s pickup pattern to suit any recording scenario.

Flexible Settings and Monitoring

The MKH 800 TWIN allows the pickup patterns to be set and optimized under monitoring conditions. This means that it is not necessary to fix the pickup patterns before recording, allowing for real-time adjustments and a wide range of mixes for stereo and surround sound recording.

High Sensitivity and Low Noise

The microphone’s high sensitivity ensures interference-free signal paths with high signal levels, minimizing the inherent noise of downstream microphone amplifiers. The very low inherent noise of the microphone prevents masking of delicate sound structures, allowing for clear and detailed audio capture with excellent depth.

Applications

• Vocals and Instruments: The MKH 800 TWIN is well-suited for recording vocals, instruments, and ambient signals in any crucial recording application, providing pristine and accurate sound reproduction.
• Studio Recording: Ideal for use as a main microphone, soloist microphone, or supporting microphone in studio recording environments.
• Stereo and Surround Sound Recording: The flexible settings and remote pattern variations make the microphone perfect for creating stereo and surround sound mixes, both during recording and in post-production.

Summary

The Sennheiser MKH 800 TWIN Universal Studio Microphone is a versatile and high-quality studio microphone designed for professional recording applications. Its unique dual transducer design, remote pattern variations, high sensitivity, and low noise make it an exceptional tool for capturing detailed and pristine audio. Whether used for vocals, instruments, or ambient recording, the MKH 800 TWIN provides the flexibility and performance needed to achieve outstanding results in any recording scenario.