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MKH 8020

Article No. 506287

Outstanding omni-directional instrument microphone. Ideal as a main mic for “spaced pair” and “Decca Tree” recordings or the use in an OSS “Jecklin Disk“ array. Wide frequency response: 10 – 60,000 Hz.

The omni-directional MKH 8020 is ideal for recording large and small sound sources, for a "Decca Tree" or for use in an OSS "Jecklin Disk" array. As it does not suffer from a proximity effect, it is also a good choice for close-miking. If the acoustic ambiance is right, this microphone will provide very impressive recordings. The extra octave at the bottom end makes the MKH 8020 perfect for recording pipe organs, grand piano and acoustic double-bass.

Features09

  • Onmi-directional pick-up pattern
  • Modular design
  • Wide frequency response 10 to 60.000 Hz
  • Symmetrical transducer with 2 backplates providing extremly low distortion
  • Extremly low inherent self-noise
  • Accurate directional pattern
  • Non reflective Nextel coating
  • Ideal for stereo and surround recordings, as an M microphone and for ambience
  • Also available in stereo pairs

Top Specs

  • Dimensions19 mm diameter, lenght 74 mm (41 mm excluding XLR module)
  • Weight (g)859
  • Audio outputXLR-3M balanced, transformerless, floating
  • Max. sound pressure level138 dB SPL
  • Polar patternOmnidirectional
  • Sensitivity-30 dBV/Pa
  • Transducer principleRF condenser microphone

Tech Specs

Product
  • Polar pattern
    Omnidirectional
  • Transducer principle
    RF condenser microphone
Frequency Specifications
  • Frequency response
    10 - 60.000 Hz
  • Audio frequency response
    10 - 60,000 Hz
Acoustic Properties
  • Equivalent noise level (db)
    A-weighted 10 dB(A) CCIR-weighted 21 dB
  • Max. sound pressure level
    138 dB SPL
Inputs/Outputs
  • Audio output
    XLR-3M balanced, transformerless, floating
Ambient Conditions
  • Operating temperature (C)
    -10 °C to 60 °C (14 °F to 140 °F)
Battery & Power
  • Battery included
    N
  • Phantom power
    48 V ±4 V (P48, IEC 61938)
  • Charging current (mA)
    3.3 mA
  • Phantom powering
    48 V +/- 4V
Electrical Properties
  • Sensitivity
    -30 dBV/Pa
  • Nominal impedance
    25 Ω
  • Min. terminating impedance
    1000 Ω
Dimensions
  • Dimensions
    19 mm diameter, lenght 74 mm (41 mm excluding XLR module)
  • Height (mm)
    82
  • Length (mm)
    245
  • Weight (g)
    859
  • Width (mm)
    170
  • Product height
    82
  • Product length
    41
  • Product weight (g)
    25
  • Product width
    19

Downloads12

  • Instruction manual - Windscreens and Accessories
    .PDF
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    1.86 MB
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  • Instruction Manual MKH 8020 Stereo (DE)
    .PDF
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    722.11 KB
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  • Instruction Manual MKH 8020 (DE)
    .PDF
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    620.48 KB
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  • Safety instructions MKH 8020, 8040, 8050, 8090
    .PDF
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    484.52 KB
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  • MKH 8000 Series Microphone and accessories overview
    .PDF
    ·
    1.84 MB
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  • EU Declaration of conformity MKH 8020, 8040, 8050, 8060, 8070 und 8090
    .PDF
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    491.2 KB
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  • Brochure MKH 8000 Series
    .PDF
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    2.02 MB
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  • Microphone and accessories overview MKH 8000 Series
    .PDF
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    191.91 KB
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  • Quick Guide - MKH 8020
    .PDF
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    1.81 MB
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  • Product specification - MKH 8020
    .PDF
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    159.17 KB
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What's in the box06

  • Microphone head MKHC 8020
  • XLR module MZX 8000
  • Microphone clip MZQ 8000
  • Windshield MZW 8000
  • User manual
  • Transport case

Accessories and spare parts23

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MZE 8015
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MZH 8000
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MZGE 8000
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MZEF 8060
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MZT 8001
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MZT 8000
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MZX 8000
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MZE 8060
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MZE 8120
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MZQ 8000
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MZG 8000
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MZEF 8030
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MZGE 8002
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MZW 8000
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MZEF 8120
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MZQ 8001
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MZE 8030
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MZL 8010
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MZFS 8000
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MZF 8000 II
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MZS 8000
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MZL 8003
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MKH 8000 Accessories

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