Sennheiser MKE 440 Stereo Mini Shotgun Mic

Sennheiser MKE 440 Overview








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This B&H Kit combines the Sennheiser MKE 440 Compact Stereo Shotgun Microphone with a fur windshield to create an ideal location recording set up well suited for outdoor applications. The MKE 440 is a compact stereo shotgun microphone that predominately captures focused stereo sound from within the direction of filming and rejects the majority of off-axis noise from outside the camera focus. The microphone utilizes two mini-shotgun elements that are mounted in a V-shape arrangement, which outperforms mini AB, MS, or XY setups.The microphone offers a stereo, super-cardioid pickup pattern and features a frequency response of 50 Hz to 20 kHz, as well as a maximum sound pressure level of 132 dB. The mic includes a 3-level sensitivity switch and a high-pass filter to remove rumble. The MKE 400 is powered by two AAA batteries and offers an operating time of 100 hours. The tailor fit fur windshield features simulated fur outside and helps reduce wind noise.





Sennheiser MKE 440 Compact Stereo Shotgun Microphone








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The MKE 440 from Sennheiser is a compact stereo shotgun microphone that predominately captures focused stereo sound from within the direction of filming and rejects the majority of off-axis noise from outside the camera focus. The microphone utilizes two mini-shotgun elements that are mounted in a V-shape arrangement, which outperforms mini AB, MS, or XY setups.
The microphone offers a stereo, super-cardioid pickup pattern and features a frequency response of 50 Hz to 20 kHz, as well as a maximum sound pressure level of 132 dB. The mic includes a 3-level sensitivity switch and a high-pass filter to remove rumble. The MKE 400 is powered by two AAA batteries and offers an operating time of 100 hours. The microphones are internally shock-mounted to prevent handling noise, and the stainless steel micro-mesh offers protection against wind. Additionally, an optional hair cover is available for strong wind applications.






Dual mini shotgun microphones create frontal focus
Suppression of ambience and background noise
Built-in elastic suspension and wind protection
3-level sensitivity adjustment and low-cut filter
Compact, all-metal construction
Standard size camera shoe mount





UPC: 615104258204





Sennheiser MZH 440 Fur Windshield for MKE 440 Stereo Shotgun Microphone




The MZH 440 from Sennheiser is a fur windshield for the MKE 440 stereo shotgun microphone (sold separately). It is offered as an optional accessory and is designed to protect against low wind or turbulence when capturing audio in outdoor applications.

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