MKH 8040
Stereo
Instructions for use
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Contents
The MKH 8040 ................................................................................... 3
Delivery includes ............................................................................... 4
Connecting the microphone ...................................................... 5
Attaching the microphone using the microphone clip ......... 5
Using the windshield .................................................................. 5
Suitable stereo recording techniques ........................................... 6
Exchanging the microphone head ................................................. 7
Accessories ........................................................................................ 7
Specifications .................................................................................... 8
Manufacturer Declarations ........................................................... 10
Thank you for choosing Sennheiser!
We have designed this product to give you reliable operation
over many years. Over 60 years of accumulated expertise in the
design and manufacture of high-quality electro-acoustic
equipment have made Sennheiser a world-leading company in
this field. Please take a few moments to read these instructions
carefully, as we want you to enjoy your new Sennheiser
products quickly and to the fullest.
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Important safety information
Notes on these y Please read these instructions carefully and completely
instructions for use
before using the microphone.
y Make these instructions easily accessible to all users at all
times.
y Always include these instructions when passing the
microphone on to third parties.
Before putting the y Never open the microphone. If devices are opened by
microphone into
operation
customers in breach of this instruction, the warranty
becomes null and void.
During operation y Water entering the housing of the microphone can cause a
short-circuit and damage the electronics. Protect the
microphone from wetness. Use only a slightly damp cloth to
clean the microphone.
y Do not expose the microphone to extreme temperatures
(normal operating temperatures: 10 °C to 35 °C).
After operation y Use the microphone with care and store it in a clean, dust-
free environment.
Intended use of the microphone
Intended use includes:
y having read these instructions, especially the chapter
“Important safety information” on page 2,
y using the microphone within the operating conditions and
limitations described in this instruction manual.
“Improper use” means using the microphone other than as
described in these instructions, or under operating conditions
which differ from those described herein.
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The MKH 8040
The MKH 8040 is a high-end cardioid studio condenser
microphone from the modular MKH 8000 microphone series.
This series has the following features:
y Exceptionally low inherent self-noise prevents masking of
filigree sound structures
y Symmetrical transducer technology ensures extremely low
distortion
y Extremely wide frequency response for an optimum
resolution of the finest details
y Transformerless and fully floating balanced output provides
for easy connection at minimal distortion
y High sensitivity ensures interference-free transmission with
a high signal voltage
y Frequency independent directional characteristics for
minimum colouration in the direct and diffuse field
y Rugged metal housing with non-reflective Nextel coating,
making the microphone the ideal choice for in-vision use
y Compact design and small diameter allow the unobtrusive
positioning of the microphone, even close to instruments
y Modular design provides for easy exchange of the
microphone heads and the use of specially-tailored
accessories to suit every application
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Delivery includes
2 x microphone, consisting of
– MKH 8040 microphone head and
– MZX 8000 XLR module
2 x MZQ 8000 microphone clip
2 x MZW 8000 double-layered windshield
1 x carrying case
1 x instructions for use
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·
»
¿
³ Windshield, double-layered
· Microphone head
» XLR module
¿ Microphone clip (thread adaptor included for 3/8" and 5/8"
threads)
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Putting the microphone into operation
Connecting the microphone
Connection data of the MKH 8020:
y 48 V (+/- 4 V) phantom powering (as per DIN 45596)
y XLR-3
y balanced
y 25 Ω impedance
y 1000 Ω min. terminating impedance
̈ Use a microphone cable with XLR-3 connector to connect the
microphone to the sound recording device. The sound
recording device must provide 48 V phantom powering.
Attaching the microphone using the microphone clip
̈ Select the suitable mounting thread:
– Without thread insert: 5/8" thread
– Thread insert: 3/8" thread
̈ Screw the microphone clip ¿ to a floor or table stand.
̈ Place the microphone into the microphone clip.
Using the windshield
̈ Slide on the wind shield ³ to minimize wind noise.
The wind shield changes the sound only slightly, but
attenuates wind noise by approx. 30 dB.
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Suitable stereo recording techniques
The microphones are especially suitable for the following stereo
recording techniques:
2xomni-directional
2xcardioid
Time-of-arrival stereo (AB):
(almost) only time-of-arrival
differences
Intensity stereo (XY): only
sound pressure level
differences
2xcardioid
2xomni-directional
17 cm
110°
Equivalence or mixed stereo
(here: ORTF): sound pressure
level and time-of-arrival
differences
Baffle stereo (here: OSS):
sound pressure level, time-
of-arrival and spectral
differences with off-axis
sound
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Exchanging the microphone head
You can retrofit the microphones of the modular MKH 8000
series by exchanging the microphone head.
̈ Unscrew the microphone capsule · from the XLR module ».
̈ Screw the new microphone head · to the XLR module ».
·
»
Accessories
Cat. No.
502094
Accessories/Spare parts
MKHC 8020:
Microphone head,
omni-directional
502095
502096
502098
502333
502315
502433
502316
502317
502434
MKHC 8040:
MKHC 8050:
MZX 8000:
MZW 8000:
MZE 8015:
MZE 8030:
MZE 8060:
MZE 8120:
MZEF 8030:
Microphone head, cardioid
Microphone head, super-cardioid
XLR module
Windshield, double-layered
Extension tube, 15 cm
Extension tube, 30 cm
Extension tube, 60 cm
Extension tube, 120 cm
Vertical bar, 30 cm
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Cat. No.
502318
502319
502322
502323
502324
502325
502326
502327
502328
502329
502330
502331
502332
502435
Accessories/Spare parts
MZEF 8060:
MZEF 8120:
MZFS 8000:
MZG 8000:
MZGE 8000:
MZGE 8002:
MZL 8003:
MZL 8010:
MZQ 8000:
MZQ 8001:
MZS 8000:
MZT 8000:
MZT 8001:
MZH 8000:
Vertical bar, 60 cm
Vertical bar, 120 cm
Floor stand
Swivel joint
Bar connector, mono
Bar connector, stereo
Remote cable, 3 m
Remote cable, 10 m
Microphone clip
Mini clip
Shock mount
Metal table stand
Table stand with acrylic base
Ceiling mount
Specifications
Pick-up pattern
cardioid
Frequency response
Sensitivity
35 Hz – 50 kHz
−34 dBV/Pa (20 mV/Pa)
142 dB SPL
Max. sound pressure level
Equivalent noise level
13 dB(A) (DIN 651)
22 dB
(CCIR 268-3)
Power supply
Current consumption
Diameter
48 V (P48) phantom powering
3.3 mA
19 mm
Length
41 mm (75 mm with MZX 8000)
25 g (55 g with MZX 8000)
−10 °C to +60 °C
Weight
Temperature range
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Polar diagram
Frequency reponse curve
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Manufacturer Declarations
Warranty
2 years
CE Declaration of Conformity
Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG declare that this device is
in compliance with the essential requirements and other
relevant provisions of Directive 89/336/EU.
WEEE Declaration
Please dispose of this product at the end of its operational
lifetime by taking it to your local collection point or recycling
centre for such equipment.
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Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG
30900 Wedemark, Germany
Phone +49 (5130) 600 0
Fax +49 (5130) 600 300
Printed in Germany
Publ. 06/07
524139/A01
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