Sennheiser MKH 8018 Stereo Shotgun Microphone
The Sennheiser MKH 8018 Stereo Shotgun Microphone gives film crews, broadcasters, and field recordists a powerful way to capture clear, natural stereo audio. Its focused pickup helps bring attention to the sounds you want while still preserving a sense of space. With three stereo modes to choose from, it can handle everything from dialogue and sports to wildlife and outdoor recordings.
Sennheiser MKH 8018 Stereo Shotgun Microphone Review
The Sennheiser MKH 8018 Stereo Shotgun Microphone combines two condenser elements with three selectable stereo modes, giving you plenty of control over how your recordings feel. MS mode provides separate mid and side signals for flexible stereo adjustment, while XY Narrow offers tighter pickup and XY Wide captures more of the surrounding space. A low cut filter helps reduce rumble and wind noise, while the switchable -10 dB pad helps prevent distortion when recording loud sources. Its moisture resistant design, low self noise, and rugged metal housing make it a dependable choice for demanding field work.
Sennheiser MKH 8018 Stereo Shotgun Microphone Features
- Three stereo modes let you choose between focused or wider recordings
- Great for film, TV, sports, wildlife, and outdoor recording
- Focused pickup helps capture the sounds you want with less unwanted noise
- Low cut filter helps reduce wind, handling noise, and rumble
- Moisture resistant build works well in tough outdoor conditions
- Compact design is easy to use on a camera or boom pole
Sennheiser MKH 8018 Stereo Shotgun Microphone Specs
- 40 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response
- 126 dB maximum SPL
- 2 condenser elements
- 5 pin XLR output
- 48V phantom power required
- -10 dB switchable pad
- 4.1 oz weight
- 9.1 inch length
- 0.9 inch diameter
- 5/8 inch 27 female mounting thread with included 3/8 inch 16 adapter
