State-of-the-Art Performance for Outdoor Applications

The Sennheiser MKH 416 offers state-of-the-art performance that’s tailor-made for film, radio, and television applications — especially location shooting. This compact shotgun microphone features a pressure-gradient receiver with a short interference tube, delivering laser-precise directivity with a hypercardioid pattern at low and medium frequencies and a lobar pattern above 2kHz.

With low self-noise, excellent feedback rejection, and uncompromising sound quality, the MKH 416 is a trusted choice for professional-level projects. Its compact, easy-to-manage design makes it ideal for on-the-go use, while the RF condenser design ensures high immunity to humidity. A durable matte black finish and included MZW415 windscreen complete the package.

Ultra-Tight Polar Pattern for Clean, Focused Recordings

The Sennheiser MKH 416’s ultra-tight polar pattern makes it an excellent solution for applications that demand high directivity, low self-noise, precise consonant articulation, and superior feedback rejection. Its hypercardioid pattern at low and medium frequencies transitions to an even more focused lobar pattern above 2kHz.

This advanced directional design minimizes unwanted acoustic interference, resulting in clean, professional-quality recordings even in challenging environments.

What Sennheiser Says...

Professional Shotgun Microphone for Outdoor Broadcasting

The Sennheiser MKH 416 is a short shotgun interference tube microphone designed for film, radio, and television applications, with outstanding performance in outdoor environments. Its compact pressure-gradient design and RF condenser technology provide exceptional immunity to humidity, making it ideal for demanding exterior shoots.

With excellent directivity, low self-noise, high consonant articulation, and strong feedback rejection, the MKH 416 handles challenging filming and reporting conditions with ease. A supercardioid/lobar polar pattern ensures focused, clean audio capture, while the durable matte black finish supports professional use.

Key Features

• Pressure-gradient receiver with short interference tube
• Hypercardioid polar pattern at low and medium frequencies
• Lobar pattern response above 2kHz
• High directivity with low self-noise
• Excellent feedback rejection and speech articulation
• Color: Black
• Supplied with MZW415 windscreen