The Sennheiser MKH 8060 is a compact supercardioid/lobar shotgun condenser mic for film, documentaries, and outdoor shoots. Delivers natural sound, 129 dB SPL handling, low self-noise, and weatherproof RF design in a 175 mm Nextel-coated body—perfect for camera mounting with modular XLR output.
The Sennheiser MKH 8060 is a professional-grade, compact shotgun microphone from the MKH 8000 series, engineered for high-end film, documentary, broadcast, and location sound where clarity, directionality, and durability are paramount. Its supercardioid/lobar pickup pattern provides tight forward focus with exceptional off-axis linearity—rejecting side noise without coloration—while the symmetrical RF condenser capsule ensures natural, transparent sound with extremely low self-noise (11 dB-A) and distortion. With 129 dB max SPL handling and a wide 50–25,000 Hz frequency response, it captures every detail in dynamic environments. The rugged, non-reflective Nextel-coated metal housing and weatherproof RF circuitry withstand harsh outdoor conditions, and its modular design (145 mm capsule + MZX 8000 XLR module) allows easy integration with camera rigs. Timbrally matched to the 8000 series, it’s ideal for stereo, surround, or multi-mic arrays.
Key Features:
- Supercardioid/lobar pattern with outstanding off-axis rejection and natural sound
- Modular design: MKHC 8060 capsule + MZX 8000 XLR module
- Extremely low self-noise (11 dB-A) and distortion for pristine audio
- High SPL handling (129 dB) for loud sources without breakup
- Weatherproof RF circuitry for reliable outdoor use
- Non-reflective Nextel coating for discreet film/TV placement
- Transformerless, fully floating balanced output with high signal strength
- Compact and lightweight for camera or boom pole mounting
- 1 x MKHC 8060 Shotgun Capsule
- 1 x MZQ 8060 Microphone Clip
- 1 x MZW 8060 Foam Windscreen
- Aluminum Transport Case
- Model: MKH 8060
- Pickup Pattern: Supercardioid / Lobar
- Transducer Type: RF Condenser
- Connection: Wired
- Audio Output: XLR-3M balanced, transformerless, floating (via MZX 8000)
- Dimensions:
- Diameter: 19 mm
- Length: 175 mm (145 mm excluding XLR module)
- Weight: 80 g (with module: ~112 g)
- Frequency Response: 50 – 25,000 Hz
- Sensitivity: -24 dBV/Pa (63 mV/Pa)
- Max SPL: 129 dB
- Equivalent Noise Level: 11 dB(A)
- Output Impedance: 25 Ω
- Power Supply: 48 V ±4 V phantom (3 mA)
- Operating Temperature: -10°C to +60°C
