Sennheiser MKH-416 Short Interference Tube Microphone with Rycote Super-Softie Kit

While the Sennheiser MKH 416 is a high-quality, durable, and professional-grade short interference tube microphone, it's more than just a simple audio recording device. This versatile microphone is designed as a unique combination of pressure gradient and interference tube microphones, ensuring superior sound capture from the desired direction while minimizing unwanted noise. Boasting an impressive 130 dB/SPL and a supercardioid polar pattern, this microphone excels in providing excellent feedback rejection and a low proximity effect. This makes it an ideal choice for those seeking to focus on specific sound sources, whether it be a solo vocalist, a musical instrument, or dialogue in a film scene.

The MKH 416 is not only reliable but also resilient, designed to withstand changing climate conditions. This makes it a reliable companion for outdoor recording sessions, even in challenging weather. Included with the microphone is the Rycote Super-Softie Kit, a premium wind protection system designed to reduce wind noise and handling noise when recording outdoors or in windy conditions. This feature enhances the versatility of the MKH 416, making it an excellent choice for outdoor broadcasts, film shoots, and other on-location recording scenarios. Ideal for boom, fishpole, and camera mounting, the compact design of the MKH 416 ensures it's easy to handle and position, while its high consonant articulation enhances the clarity of recorded speech.

In summary, the Sennheiser MKH 416 Short Interference Tube Microphone with Rycote Super-Softie Kit is a superb all-around microphone, perfectly suited for film, radio, and television production, especially for outside broadcast applications. Its compatibility with a wide range of recording equipment via an XLR-3m connector further underscores its versatility in various recording environments.