Important safety information ... 2 The MKH 8060 ... 3 Delivery includes ... 4 Product overview ... 5 Putting the MKH 8060 into operation ... 6 Connecting the microphone ... 6 Attaching the microphone ... 6 Using the windshield ... 7 Using optional modules ...
• using the product within the operating conditions and limitations described in this instruction manual. “Improper use” means using the product other than as described in this instruction manual, or under operating conditions which differ from those described herein. MKH 8060...
The MKH 8060 The MKH 8060 The MKH 8060 is a short gun microphone from the modular MKH 8000 microphone series that convinces with its excellent directivity and especially natural sound. The microphone’s special design ensures that off-axis sound is attenuated without colorations.
Delivery includes Delivery includes Microphone, consisting of the MKH 8060 microphone head and the MZX 8000 XLR module MZQ 8060 microphone clamp MZW 8060 foam windshield MKH 8060 Directional studio microphone Instruction manual Instruction manual Frequency response sheet 1.00 50 Hz...
• 48 V ± 4 V phantom powering (P48, as per IEC 61938) • XLR-3 connector, balanced To connect the MKH 8060 to a mixing console or recording device: Connect the socket of the microphone cable to the microphone. Connect the connector of the microphone cable to the mixing console or recording device.
25 dB. Place the MZW 8060 foam windshield all lateral slots are covered. Alternative windshields are available as accessories and can be found on the MKH 8060 product page at www.sennheiser.com. Sennheiser MZS 40 over the microphone head so that...
If necessary, disconnect a connected XLR cable in order to not distort the cable and to avoid short-circuits. Unscrew the microphone head Screw the MZF 8000 filter module chain between microphone head and XLR module. MKH 8060 from the XLR module 3. at a suitable place in the audio signal...
Using optional modules The MZD 8000 digital module The MZD 8000 digital module is an A/D converter for all microphone heads of the MKH 8000 series. The sound of the MKH 8000 series is converted to digital directly at the microphone head, ensuring that the warm, natural, yet clear and powerful sound of the microphones is maintained in full quality along the entire signal chain.
Transporting the microphone Transporting the microphone Let the microphone dry if you used it under extreme climatic conditions. If necessary, remove the windshield or take the microphone out of the basket windshield. Slide the microphone into the transport tube. Cleaning and maintaining the microphone...
2 k Ω 48 V ± 4 V (P48, IEC 61938) 3.3 mA 19 mm 145 mm 178 mm with MZX 8000 XLR module 80 g 112 g with MZX 8000 XLR module −10°C to +60°C MKH 8060 | 11...
Manufacturer Declarations Manufacturer Declarations Warranty Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG gives a warranty of 24 months on this product. For the current warranty conditions, please visit our website at www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner. In compliance with the following requirements •...
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This class B digital apparatus complies with the Canadian ICES-003. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Sennheiser electronic Corp. may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment. 14 |...
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Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany www.sennheiser.com Printed in Germany, Publ. 08/10, 540064/A01 MKH 8060...