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- Page 1 MK 8 Instruction manual...
- Page 3 MKS 4*...
- Page 4 MK 8 P48 IEC 61938 MZP 40* MKW 4* * optional accessory...
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Page 6: Important Safety Information
Important safety information • Please read this instruction manual carefully and completely before using the product. • Make this instruction manual easily accessible to all users at all times. • Always include this instruction manual when passing the product on to third parties. Before operation • Only connect the product to microphone inputs or power supply units which provide 48 V phantom powering as per IEC 61938 (48 ± 4 V, at least 3.5 mA per channel). • Never open the housing of the product. If products are opened by customers in breach of this instruction, the warranty becomes null and void. During operation • Liquids entering the product can short-circuit the electronics or damage the mechanics. Keep all liquids away from the product. • Solvents or cleansing agents can damage the surface of the product. Only use a soft, slightly damp cloth to clean the product. • Do not expose the product to extreme temperatures. After operation • Handle the product with care and store it in a clean, dust-free environment. Intended use Intended use includes: • having read this instruction manual, especially the chapter “Important safety information”, • using the product within the operating conditions and limitations... -
Page 7: Areas Of Application
The MK 8 microphone The MK 8 is a large diaphragm true condenser studio microphone for very detailed, professional studio recordings. The switchable pick-up pattern provides excellent flexibility. The microphone offers outstand- ing sound quality, easy handling and an excellent value-for-money ratio. Features • Professional large diaphragm capsule (1") in true condenser design, internally shock-mounted for low handling noise • 24-carat gold-plated diaphragm • Rugged metal housing • Low inherent self-noise and high maximum sound pressure level • Five switchable pick-up patterns due to dual diaphragm transducer • 3-position switchable low-cut/roll-off filter • 3-position pad switch • Made in Germany Areas of application • Speech/vocals • Acoustic guitars • Guitar amplifiers • Grand piano • Strings • Wind instruments... -
Page 8: Product Overview
Product overview Sound inlet basket XLR-3 socket Low-cut/roll-off switch Directivity switch –20 dB –10 dB 0 dB Pad switch Putting the MK 8 into operation Information on mounting, connecting and orienting the MK 8 can be found on the cover page. To suppress structure-borne noise, you can use the MKS 4 shock mount (see diagram C on the cover page). Using the MK 8 Caution Danger of damage to the device! The switches on the MK 8 can be damaged if you try to operate them using tools. Only operate the switches on the MK 8 using your fingers. Adjusting the pick-up pattern... -
Page 9: Instructions For Use
0 dB No attenuation -10 dB Reduces the sensitivity of the microphone capsule, increases the maximum sound pressure level. -20 dB Reduces the sensitivity of the microphone capsule, increases the maximum sound pressure level. Additionally reduces the output gain, avoids overloading the microphone amplifiers. Adjusting the low-cut/roll-off filter Set the low-cut/roll-off switch to the desired position: Pos. Low-cut/roll-off filter Off, linear frequency response Roll-off, –6 dB/oct., cut-off frequency: 100 Hz, compensates for the bass boost due to proximity effect Low-cut, –18 dB/oct, cut-off frequency: 60 Hz, eliminates low-frequency noise such as impact sound Instructions for use Make sure that there is no disturbing noise source (e.g. PC fan, loud- speaker) in the sound inlet area of the microphone. If sibilance occurs: Position the MK 8 slightly to the side and not directly in front of the mouth or sound source. To suppress pop noise: Use a pop shield, e.g. the Sennheiser MZP 40 (see diagram E on the cover page). To reduce wind noise: Use a windshield, e.g. the Sennheiser MKW 4 (see diagram E on the cover page). The windshield changes the sound only slightly, but attenuates wind noise by approx. 10 dB. - Page 10 Cleaning and maintaining the MK 8 Caution Damage to the product due to liquids! Liquids entering the product can short-circuit the electronics or damage the mechanics. Solvents or cleansing agents can damage the surface of the product. Keep all liquids away from the product. Do not use any solvents or cleansing agents. Only use a soft, slightly damp cloth to clean the product. When not using the microphone for extended periods of time: Store the microphone in a dry, clean and dust-free place at room temperature. For this, use the supplied pouch or a lint-free, air-permeable packing material.
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Page 12: Specifications
Specifications Transducer principle externally polarized dual diaphragm condenser microphone Diameter of diaphragm 25.4 mm / 1" Acoustic operating principle pressure gradient transducer Pick-up pattern, omni-directional, wide cardioid, switchable cardioid, super-cardioid, figure-of-eight Frequency response 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz Sensitivity 14.1 mV/Pa (–37 dBV) Max. SPL 142 dB SPL (attenuation: 0 dB) Equivalent noise level 10 dB-A as per IEC 61672-1 as per IEC 60268-1 16 dB CCIR as per CCIR 468-3 Dynamic range 132 dB Nominal impedance 50 W Min. terminating impedance 1 kW Power supply phantom powering (P48) as per IEC 61938 (48 ±4 V) Low cut/roll-off filter, linear switchable roll-off: –6 dB/oct., cut-off frequency: 100 Hz low-cut: –18 dB/oct., cut-off frequency: 60 Hz Attenuation, switchable 0 dB, –10 dB, –20 dB Current consumption 4.1 mA... -
Page 13: 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. FOR AUSTRALIA ONLY Sennheiser goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reaso- nably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. This warranty is in addition to other rights or remedies under law. Nothing in this warranty excludes, limits or modifies any liability of Sennheiser which is imposed by law, or limits or modifies any remedy available to the consumer which is granted by law. To make a claim under this warranty, contact Sennheiser Australia Pty Ltd, Unit 3, 31 Gibbes Street Chatswood NSW 2067, AUSTRALIA. Phone: (02) 9910 6700, email: service@sennheiser.com.au. All expenses of claiming the warranty will be borne by the person making the claim. The Sennheiser International Warranty is provided by Sennheiser Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 68 165 388 312), Unit 3, 31 Gibbes Street Chatswood NSW 2067 Australia. In compliance with the following requirements • WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU) • Please dispose of this product at the end of its operational lifetime by taking it to your local collection point or recycling center for such equipment. CE Declaration of Conformity • RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU) - Page 14 In compliance with Europe EMC EN 55103-1/-2 FCC 47 CFR 15 subpart B Canada Industry Canada ICES-003 China Australia/New Zealand...
- Page 15 Omni-directional 0° 0° 30° 30° 60° 60° 90° 90° 120° 120° 150° 150° 180° 180° Wide cardioid 0° 0° 30° 30° 60° 60° 90° 90° 120° 120° 150° 150° 180° 180° 125 Hz 2000 Hz 250 Hz 4000 Hz 500 Hz 8000 Hz 1000 Hz 16000 Hz...
- Page 16 Cardioid 0° 0° 30° 30° 60° 60° 90° 90° 120° 120° 150° 150° 180° 180° Super-cardioid 0° 0° 30° 30° 60° 60° 90° 90° 120° 120° 150° 150° 180° 180° 125 Hz 2000 Hz 250 Hz 4000 Hz 500 Hz 8000 Hz 1000 Hz 16000 Hz...
- Page 17 Figure-of-eight 0° 0° 30° 30° 60° 60° 90° 90° 120° 120° 150° 150° 180° 180° 125 Hz 2000 Hz 250 Hz 4000 Hz 500 Hz 8000 Hz 1000 Hz 16000 Hz...
- Page 18 Omnidirectional...
- Page 19 Wide cardioid...
- Page 20 Cardioid...
- Page 21 Super-cardioid...
- Page 22 Figure-of-eight...
- Page 23 Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany www.sennheiser.com Printed in Germany, Publ. 10/14, 554689/A03...
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