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The MKH 416 is a professional short shotgun interference tube microphone designed for demanding film and television applications. Its RF condenser design ensures exceptional immunity to humidity and adverse weather conditions. The supercardioid/lobar pickup pattern provides high directivity with excellent feedback rejection and low self-noise. This microphone delivers high consonant articulation, making it ideal for clear dialogue capture in exterior filming environments. Its compact, matte black finish offers a discreet profile for boom or camera-mounted use. The pressure-gradient transducer handles high sound pressure levels while maintaining sonic transparency. This industry-standard tool remains a staple for location recording and studio voiceovers.
| Transducer Principle | RF Condenser |
| Pick-up Pattern | Supercardioid/Lobar |
| Frequency Response | 40 Hz to 20,000 Hz |
| Maximum SPL | 130 dB |
| Nominal Impedance | 25 Ohms |
| Equivalent Noise Level | 13 dB (A-weighted) |
| Phantom Power Required | 48V (+/- 4V) |
| Length | 9.84 inches |
| Diameter | 0.75 inches |
| Connector | XLR-3 |