Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Microphone

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Microphone (001511) is one of the most trusted shotgun microphones in the film, television, radio, and broadcast industries. Renowned for its exceptional directivity, outstanding speech intelligibility, and reliable performance in challenging environments, the MKH 416 has become the go-to microphone for location sound recordists, boom operators, filmmakers, and broadcasters worldwide.

Featuring Sennheiser’s advanced RF condenser technology, the MKH 416 offers excellent resistance to humidity and adverse weather conditions, making it ideal for outdoor productions and demanding shooting environments. Its compact design and highly directional pickup pattern allow it to capture clear, focused dialogue while effectively rejecting unwanted background noise.

Industry-Standard Shotgun Microphone for Film, TV & Broadcast

Whether you’re recording dialogue for a feature film, capturing sound for a documentary, or working on a live broadcast, the MKH 416 delivers the professional-grade audio quality that industry professionals depend on.

Built for Professional Productions

The MKH 416’s short interference tube design provides excellent directivity without excessive size, making it ideal for mounting on boom poles, cameras, and location recording rigs. Its combination of supercardioid/lobar polar pattern, high sensitivity, and low noise floor ensures professional results in both indoor and outdoor applications.

From feature films and television dramas to news gathering, voice-over work, and corporate productions, the Sennheiser MKH 416 remains a benchmark in professional shotgun microphone performance.

Why Choose the Sennheiser MKH 416?

For decades, the MKH 416 has been the preferred choice of sound professionals due to its reliability, durability, and ability to deliver natural, intelligible dialogue recordings in challenging environments. It’s a microphone that has earned its reputation on countless film sets and broadcast productions worldwide.

Capture crystal-clear dialogue with the industry’s most trusted shotgun microphone – the Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3.

Features

• Professional RF condenser shotgun microphone
• Industry-standard choice for film, TV, radio, and broadcast applications
• Highly directional pickup pattern for precise audio capture
• Excellent off-axis noise rejection
• Superior speech intelligibility and consonant articulation
• Low self-noise for pristine recordings
• Resistant to humidity and challenging weather conditions
• Compact, lightweight design ideal for boom pole operation
• Phantom powered (48V P48)
• Durable matte black finish
• Supplied with MZW 415 foam windscreen