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Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

The Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 is a professional shotgun microphone known for its rich, precise sound and strong directionality. It's widely used in film, TV, and voice-over work for its clarity and low noise performance.

Specifications & Facts 120

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General Information 17

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Product Type

What is the product type?

69 Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 0 Votes Condenser

62 Microphones in this range Condenser

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

This is a condenser microphone, meaning it captures more detail and provides a higher-quality sound, ideal for professional recording applications.

Defines the basic category of the microphone.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Intended Use

What is the intended use?

70 Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 0 Votes Studio, Live, Podcast, Broadcast, Instrument, Streaming

62 Microphones in this range Studio, Live, Podcast, Broadcast, Instrument, Streaming

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

The MKH 416-P48U3 is versatile, ideal for a wide range of applications including live events, studio recording, podcasts, and instrument capturing.

Describes the primary application area.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Compatibility

Which devices or platforms are compatible?

40 Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 0 Votes PC, Mac, iOS, Android, Mixer, Camera, Karaoke Machine, Audio Interface, PA System

38 Microphones in this range Mixer, Audio Interface, PA System

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

The microphone supports multiple devices, ensuring it works seamlessly across various platforms, making it ideal for fieldwork, studio setups, and live environments.

Lists supported platforms and devices.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Polar Pattern Type

What is the polar pattern type?

69 Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 0 Votes Supercardioid

58 Microphones in this range Cardioid

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

The supercardioid pattern ensures that the microphone picks up sound primarily from the front while minimizing noise from the sides and rear, useful for controlled audio recording in dynamic environments.

Identifies the default pickup pattern.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Model Name

What is the model name?

53 Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 0 Votes MKH 416-P48U3

55 Microphones in this range Super 55 Deluxe

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

This specific model is part of the MKH 416 series, widely used in professional broadcast, film, and outdoor recordings.

The specific product identifier from the manufacturer.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Country of Origin

What is the country of origin?

79 Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 0 Votes Germany

62 Microphones in this range China

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Manufactured in Germany, known for precision engineering in audio equipment.

Manufacturing or design origin.

Dimensions & Weight 5

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Height

What is the height?

9.84 inch 0 Votes
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
7.41 inch (Average)

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Roughly 25 cm long, it's ideal for use on a boom pole for film and television, with a design that keeps it out of the camera frame.

The microphone’s overall height.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Width

What is the width?

0.75 inch 0 Votes
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
2.84 inch (Average)

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Approximately 1.91 cm wide, it’s compact for a shotgun microphone, ideal for handling and placement in tight spaces during recording.

The microphone’s overall width.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Weight

What is the weight?

0.39 lbs 0 Votes
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
1.23 lbs (Average)

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

About 175 g, making it light enough to be mounted on a boom without overloading the setup, while still providing high-quality sound.

The microphone’s physical weight.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Mounting Thread Size

What is the mounting thread size?

69 Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 0 Votes 3/8"

68 Microphones in this range 5/8"

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Standard thread size for mounting on most boom arms, stands, and clips used in professional audio environments.

The thread size for mounting compatibility.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Depth

What is the depth?

0.75 inch 0 Votes
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
3.39 inch (Average)

The microphone’s overall depth.

Audio Performance 14

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Microphone Type

What is the microphone type?

89 Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 0 Votes Condenser

69 Microphones in this range Condenser

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

This RF condenser microphone type ensures high sensitivity and low self-noise, making it ideal for critical recording.

Defines the operating principle of the microphone.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Frequency Response (Min)

What is the minimum frequency response?

40 Hz 0 Votes
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
32.87 Hz (Average)

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

A low-frequency response of 40 Hz captures deep tones, making it suitable for broad ranges of sound sources.

The lowest frequency the mic can capture.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Frequency Response (Max)

What is the maximum frequency response?

20,000 Hz 0 Votes
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
19,018.5 Hz (Average)

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

20 kHz ensures capturing the full range of human hearing, from deep bass to high frequencies.

The highest frequency the mic can capture.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Max SPL

What is the maximum SPL?

130 dB 0 Votes
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
138.63 dB (Average)

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

High max SPL means it can handle loud sound sources like concerts or noisy environments without distortion.

The maximum loudness before distortion.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Equivalent Noise Level

What is the equivalent noise level?

13 dB 0 Votes
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
15.8 dB (Average)

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Extremely low self-noise of 13 dB ensures clarity in recordings, capturing only the desired sound.

The self-noise generated by the microphone.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Directionality

What is the directionality?

29 Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 0 Votes Unidirectional

43 Microphones in this range Unidirectional

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

The MKH 416’s unidirectional design focuses on sound from the front while rejecting noise from the sides and rear.

General pickup orientation.

Connectivity & Interfaces 10

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Connection Interface

What is the connection interface?

29 Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 0 Votes XLR

40 Microphones in this range XLR

Defines the main interface for connectivity.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Cable Detachable

Is the cable detachable?

Yes 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the cable can be detached or replaced.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Audio Output Options

What are the audio output options?

39 Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 0 Votes Balanced

43 Microphones in this range Analog, Balanced

Lists output signal formats available.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Phantom Power Support

Does it support phantom power?

Yes 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the mic supports phantom power.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Multi-Device Pairing

Does it support multi-device pairing?

No 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Balanced/Unbalanced Output

What is the output type?

89 Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 0 Votes Balanced

72 Microphones in this range Balanced

Defines the type of electrical signal output.

Power & Battery 6

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Power Source

What is the power source?

69 Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 0 Votes Phantom

53 Microphones in this range Phantom

Defines how the microphone is powered.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Phantom Power Requirement

What is the phantom power requirement?

48 Volt 0 Votes
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45.74 Volt (Average)

Specifies the phantom power voltage needed.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Auto Power-Off

Does it have auto power-off?

No 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the microphone shuts down automatically when idle.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Replaceable Battery Support

Does it support replaceable batteries?

No 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if batteries can be swapped.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 External Power Supply Compatibility

Is it compatible with an external power supply?

No 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Can the mic run on external AC/DC supply.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Power Indicator Light

Does it have a power indicator light?

No 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a light shows power/battery status.

Controls & Features 17

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Mute Function

Does it have a mute function?

No 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to mute audio directly on the mic.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Gain Control

Does it have gain control?

No 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to adjust input gain directly.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Headphone Monitoring

Does it support headphone monitoring?

No 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Direct monitoring via headphone output.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Monitoring Mix Control

Does it have monitoring mix control?

No 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Lets user adjust mic vs playback audio mix.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Touch/Motion Controls

Does it support touch/motion controls?

No 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Allows interaction via touch gestures or motion.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 LED Indicator Lights

Does it have LED indicators?

No 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Lights that show status such as mute, levels, or power.

Build & Design 17

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Body Material

What is the body material?

39 Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 0 Votes Metal

48 Microphones in this range Metal

The main structural material of the microphone body.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Finish/Coating

What finish/coating does it have?

29 Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 0 Votes Matte

42 Microphones in this range Matte

Exterior treatment or surface finish.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Shock Mount

Is a shock mount included?

Yes 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a shock mount is included to reduce vibrations.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Pop Filter

Is a pop filter included?

Yes 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a pop filter is provided for plosive reduction.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Windscreen

Is a windscreen included?

Yes 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a windscreen is included for wind noise control.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Water Resistance

Is it water resistant?

No 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if the mic is resistant to water.

Package & Accessories 13

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Stand/Tripod

Is a stand/tripod included?

No 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a stand or tripod is included in the box.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Cables

Are cables included?

No 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if connecting cables are provided.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Carrying Case

Is there a carrying case included?

Yes 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a protective carrying case is part of the package.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Adapters

Are adapters included?

Yes 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

States if adapter(s) are included (e.g., XLR to 3.5mm).

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Mounting Clip

Is a mounting clip included?

Yes 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a clip for attaching to stands/instruments is included.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Extra Windscreen

Is an extra windscreen included?

No 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if a spare windscreen is included.

Certification & Compliance 6

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Warranty

What is the warranty period?

2 years 0 Votes
Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3
2.8 years (Average)

Duration of manufacturer warranty coverage.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Safety Compliance

Is it safety compliant?

Yes 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates adherence to safety regulations.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Environmental Compliance

Is it environmentally compliant?

Yes 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Compliance with eco/environmental regulations.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 FCC/CE Approval

Is it FCC/CE approved?

Yes 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Explicit FCC/CE compliance approval.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 RoHS Compliance

Is it RoHS compliant?

Yes 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive compliance.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Professional Broadcast Certification

Is it broadcast certified?

Yes 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if the mic meets pro broadcast standards.

Advanced Features 15

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Multi-Pattern Switching

Does it support multi-pattern switching?

No 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to switch between multiple pickup patterns.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 DSP Processing

Does it include DSP processing?

Yes 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Built-in digital signal processing for sound shaping.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 AI Noise Cancellation

Does it feature AI noise cancellation?

Yes 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

AI-powered suppression of background noise.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Beamforming Technology

Does it support beamforming?

Yes 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Uses mic arrays to focus on sound sources.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Voice Tracking

Does it include voice tracking?

Yes 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Automatically follows speaker’s voice.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Recording Profiles

Does it have recording profiles?

Yes 0 Votes Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3

Yes Microphones in this range

Predefined sound settings for specific uses.

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Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Sound Quality

How would you rate the sound quality of this microphone?

Crisp and professional 0 Votes
Good and clear 0 Votes
Average clarity 0 Votes
Distorted and unclear 0 Votes

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Noise Handling

How well does this microphone handle background noise?

Blocks out most noise 0 Votes
Handles noise fairly well 0 Votes
Reduces some noise 0 Votes
Picks up everything 0 Votes

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Battery Life

How long does the battery last on this microphone?

Excellent — Over 20 hours 0 Votes
Long lasting — 10 to 20 hours 0 Votes
Decent — 5 to 10 hours 0 Votes
Short — 2 to 5 hours 0 Votes
Very short — Under 2 hours 0 Votes

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Durability

How durable is this microphone based on build and lifespan?

Highly durable — Over 4 years 0 Votes
Solid — 2 to 4 years 0 Votes
Average — 1 to 2 years 0 Votes
Very fragile — Less than 1 year 0 Votes

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Weight

How heavy is this microphone?

Ultra-light — Under 150 grams 0 Votes
Lightweight — 150 to 300 grams 0 Votes
Medium — 300 to 500 grams 0 Votes
Heavy — 500 to 800 grams 0 Votes
Very heavy — Over 800 grams 0 Votes

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Design Appeal

How attractive is the design of this microphone?

Plain and boring 0 Votes
Somewhat okay 0 Votes
Nice looking 0 Votes
Stylish and modern 0 Votes

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Pricing

How do you feel about the price of this microphone?

Great value for money 0 Votes
Pretty good price 0 Votes
Fair deal 0 Votes
Kinda pricey 0 Votes
Crazy expensive 0 Votes

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Sensitivity

How sensitive is this microphone to capturing sound?

Very sensitive — Detects quiet sounds clearly 0 Votes
Sensitive — Captures a wide sound range 0 Votes
Moderate — Picks up normal voice levels well 0 Votes
Low — Needs to be close to sound source 0 Votes
Very low — Struggles to capture soft voices 0 Votes

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Frequency Response Range

What do you think about the frequency response range of this microphone?

Wide range — 20 Hz to 20 kHz 0 Votes
Good range — 30 Hz to 18 kHz 0 Votes
Decent range — 40 Hz to 16 kHz 0 Votes
Limited range — 50 Hz to 14 kHz 0 Votes
Narrow range — Above 60 Hz only 0 Votes

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Connectivity

How stable and reliable is the connection of this microphone?

Excellent — Always stable, no dropouts 0 Votes
Good — Works smoothly with rare issues 0 Votes
Decent — Occasional minor disconnections 0 Votes
Weak — Disconnects sometimes 0 Votes
Poor — Frequently loses connection 0 Votes

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