Whether used on a boompole or attached to a camera, the Sennheiser MKH 8060 moisture-resistant short shotgun microphone can help you achieve superb audio capture in demanding conditions for your next professional film, TV, or location recording. Mix-ready sound quality is provided by its sharp directivity, low noise, and high output. Plus, there are no controls to worry about; the MKH 8060 delivers the reliability you need for high-pressure gigs.

The microphone exhibits a supercardioid polar pattern at low to midrange frequencies and transitions to a lobar pattern in high frequencies, providing uniform attenuation of 10 to 20 dB from 125 Hz to 1 kHz between 90° and 120° off axis. The rejection pattern for high frequencies is also consistent, further contributing to the mic's transparent, undistorted off-axis tone. Your dialogue, foley, and sound effects can be recorded with full dynamics and clarity, thanks to the MKH 8060's wide frequency response, transformerless output, and high SPL handling.

For Pro Film, TV & Location Recording    Moisture-Resistant for Humid Conditions    Switchable High-Pass Filter & -10 dB Pad    50 Hz to 25 kHz Frequency Response    Supercardioid at Low & Mid Frequencies    Lobar Pattern at High Frequencies    Low 11 dBA Self-Noise    Ultrahigh Sensitivity of -24 dB    Transparent, Undistorted Off-Axis Tone    Windscreen Reduces Wind Noise

When your work takes you outdoors, you're bound to encounter humidity and condensation, which can cause many mics to fail. The MKH 8060's RF circuit design makes it highly immune to moisture, allowing you to reliably capture high-quality audio in normal and adverse environmental conditions.

Offering the same sonic signature as Sennheiser's other 8000-Series microphones, the MKH 8060 was engineered with the experienced professional in mind. Its 50 Hz to 25 kHz frequency response incorporates a gentle rise above 3 kHz to increase intelligibility and a natural bass roll-off to mitigate rumble. Its low self-noise of 11 dBA and ultrahigh sensitivity of -24 dB enable studio-worthy signal purity without requiring noise reduction and gain boosting in postproduction.

The MKH 8060 boasts a transformerless and fully floating balanced output for optimal signal integrity. Thanks to its 3-pin XLR output and compliance with 44 to 52 VDC phantom power, the MKH 8060 is compatible with a variety of handheld audio recorders, field recorders, and mixer adapters as well as built-in preamps on many camcorders and cinema cameras.

When used with the optional MZD 8000 digital module, the MKH 8060 becomes a digital microphone that outputs AES42 signal at up to 24-bit / 192 kHz resolution and allows remote control of DSP functions such as low-cut filtering and attenuation.

The MKH 8060's metal body features a nonreflective Nextel coating to prevent distracting visual reflections. Mount the MKH 8060 directly on a stand or boompole using the supplied mic clip, or attach it to a camera with a shoe shockmount such as the Smallrig 1859. Alternatively, place the MKH 8060 in the separately available Sennheiser MZS 20-1 combination shockmount, pistol grip, and stand adapter to prevent the transfer of vibrations to the microphone.

The MKH 8060 has a foam windscreen to reduce unwanted wind noise from breezes, fans, heaters, and air conditioners. For maximum reduction of wind noise in indoor or outdoor environments, consider the Sennheiser MZH 20-1 furry windshield (available separately).

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Hi. Will this short centre column fit on a Benro C-357 n6? I know that's an older model but I have to ask...

A: This center column is for Series 3 Benro tripods, and will not be compatible with the C-357n6.

Q: 2. Will this fit the Benro Tripster Travel Tripod Carbon Fiber 1 Series?

A: Yes, this short column is compatible with the Benro Tripster Travel Tripod 1 Series Carbon Fiber tripod.

Q: 3. Does it have threads on the bottom to attach it to the TMA27C Tripod's detachable leg?

A: No, the column is not designed to attach to a tripod leg. It is only to be used as a short column for the Benro 2 Series Tripods.

Q: 4. Hello there. Will this work with Benro Rhino 34C tripod? As you probably know, this tripod comes only with the original long column so I'm not sure if this shorter one fits also on the tripod mentioned above. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to find any clear information about that on Benro's official website. Thanks a lot.

A: Unfortunately not. This will not work with the Benro Rhino 34C tripod.

Q: 5. Would this work with an Oben CT-3500 series tripod? Or would another Benro short column be a better fit?

A: We will have to say since this is an unsupported use of the column, no, it does not work. You can remove the column and recap the tripod so that you can get the tripod to its lowest height possible.

Q: 6. Is this compatible with the Benro TAD37C tripod?

A: Yes it is. This is compatible with 3 Series Tripods and the Benro TAD37C is a Series 3 Tripod. https://bhpho.to/2WMG219

Q: 7. Is it suitable for Induro 404L classic tripod?

A: Yes, it is compatible with the Induro 404L.

Q: 8. will this column fit a Enduro series 3 tripod?

A: No but this one is compatible with a few select Series 3 Induro tripods: https://bhpho.to/2VdIwXo

Q: 9. Benro CSC1 Carbon Fiber Short Center Column for 1 Series Tripods is useful in a Benro C1580F Classic?

A: Yea the short center column works perfectly with the c1580F. I have 2 c1580f tripods both with short columns. Excellent tripods for travelling light. I use them on my moco rig. FYI the #1 indicates it fits series 1 tripods.

Q: 10. Does this center column work with the Benro iTrip 1 tripod?

A: Yes, the Benro CSC1 Carbon Fiber Short Center Column for 1 Series Tripods can work with the Benro iTrip Series 1 tripod.