MKH 8060
Directional
studio microphone
Instruction manual
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Important safety information
Important safety information
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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.
This instruction manual is also available on the Internet at
Before operation
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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
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Keep all liquids away from the product. Liquids entering the product can short-
circuit the electronics or damage the mechanics. Keep all liquids away from the
product.
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Only use a soft, slightly damp cloth to clean the product. Solvents or cleansing
agents can damage the surface of the product.
Only use the product within the specified temperature range (see
“Specifications” on page 11).
After operation
Use the product with care and store it in a clean, dust-free environment.
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Intended use
Intended use includes:
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having read this instruction manual, especially the chapter “Important safety
information”,
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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.
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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. The MKH 8060 is especially suitable for voice recording applications in
film and TV, both in the studio and outdoors.
The microphone operates on the RF principle that has been used by Sennheiser for
more than 50 years, now brought to the highest level of perfection. Among the
many advantages of this principle are an extremely low inherent self-noise, the
capability to handle high sound pressure levels without distortion and a high
resistance to adverse climatic conditions.
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Super-cardioid/ lobar pick-up pattern
Very natural sound
Off-axis sound is attenuated without colorations while a uniform sound
structure is maintained
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Can be used as an analog or – with the digital module – digital microphone
Exceptionally low inherent self-noise prevents masking of delicate sound
structures
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Symmetrical transducer technology ensures extremely low distortion
Transformerless and fully floating balanced output: no coupling of spurious
signals, minimal distortion
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High output signal voltage ensures interference-free signal paths
Rugged metal housing with non-reflective Nextel coating
Extremely weather-proof due to high-frequency circuit
Ideal for camera mounting due to compact design
Versatile use due to the extensive range of accessories of the MKH 8000 series,
e.g.:
– MZD 8000 digital module
– MZF 8000 filter module
– Windshield systems
– Shock mounts
A list of accessories can be found on the MKH 8060 product page at
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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
Instruction manual
MKH 8060
Directional
studio microphone
Instruction manual
dB
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Frequency response sheet
Threaded transport tube
100
100 Hz
1.00
kHz
50 Hz
200 Hz
500 Hz
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Putting the MKH 8060 into operation
Putting the MKH 8060 into operation
Connecting the microphone
Connection data of the MKH 8060:
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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.
Attaching the microphone
̈ Select the suitable mounting thread:
– Without thread insert: 5/8” thread
– Thread insert: 3/8” thread
̈ Screw the microphone clamp 4 to a stand.
̈ Place the microphone with its back end into the microphone clamp: Make sure
that the lateral slots are not covered.
̈ Orient the microphone together with the microphone clamp and fix them by
screwing the wing screw tight.
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Putting the MKH 8060 into operation
To suppress structure-borne noise, you can use one of the optional shock mounts.
Sennheiser MZS 20-1
Sennheiser MZS 40
Using the windshield
The windshield changes the sound only slightly, but attenuates wind noise by
approx. 25 dB.
̈ Place the MZW 8060 foam windshield 1 over the microphone head 2 so that
all lateral slots are covered.
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Alternative windshields are available as accessories and can be found on
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Using optional modules
Using optional modules
You can retrofit and extend the microphones of the modular MKH 8000
microphone series by using optional modules.
The MZF 8000 filter module
The MZF 8000 filter module has been specially designed for broadcast and film
applications. It effectively filters out interference caused by infrasound, such a low-
frequency wind and handling noise.
̈ If necessary, disconnect a connected XLR cable in order to not distort the cable
and to avoid short-circuits.
̈ Unscrew the microphone head 2 from the XLR module 3.
̈ Screw the MZF 8000 filter module 4 at a suitable place in the audio signal
chain between microphone head and XLR module.
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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.
The MZD 8000 digital module eliminates cable losses and, most importantly,
features a converter and surrounding circuitry that have been optimally matched
to the microphone.
̈ If necessary, disconnect a connected XLR cable in order to not distort the cable
and to avoid short-circuits.
̈ Unscrew the microphone head 2 from the XLR module 3.
̈ Screw the MZD 8000 digital module 5 to the microphone head.
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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
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.
̈ Only use a soft, slightly damp cloth to clean the product.
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Specifications
Specifications
Pick-up pattern
super-cardioid/lobar
50 Hz to 25 kHz
Frequency response
Sensitivity
−24 dBV/Pa (63 mV/Pa)
129 dB SPL
Max. sound pressure level
Equivalent noise level
11 dB(A) (DIN-IEC 651)
23 dB (CCIR 268-3)
Nominal impedance
Min. terminating impedance
Phantom powering
Current consumption
Diameter
25 Ω
2 k Ω
48 V ± 4 V (P48, IEC 61938)
3.3 mA
19 mm
Length
145 mm
178 mm with MZX 8000 XLR module
Weight
80 g
112 g with MZX 8000 XLR module
Operating temperature
−10°C to +60°C
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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
In compliance with the following requirements
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RoHS Directive (2002/95/EC)
WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC)
Please dispose of this product by taking it to your local collection point or
recycling center for such equipment.
CE Declaration of Conformity
EMC Directive (2004/108/EC)
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In compliance with:
Europe
EMC EN 55103-1/-2
USA
FCC 47 CFR 15 subpart B
Industry Canada ICES_003
Canada
China
Australia/
New Zealand
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Manufacturer Declarations
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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.
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Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG
Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany
Printed in Germany, Publ. 08/10, 540064/A01
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