SENNHEISER MKH 418 S

Stereo shotgun microphone for M/S shooting

• Stereo condenser microphone with M/S (Mid/Side) configuration
• High directivity due to interference tube
• Compact and versatile for indoor and outdoor shooting
• Detailed audio with excellent speech intelligibility
• High sensitivity and low background noise
• Weather-resistant capsules
• Full mono compatibility for broadcast and post-production

Sennheiser MKH 418 S: M/S stereo microphone for film, TV and reportage

The Sennheiser MKH 418 S is a stereo shotgun microphone based on proprietary RF condenser technology. It uses a Mid/Side configuration to provide compact, accurate and mono-compatible stereo shooting, making it ideal for film, TV and news productions, both indoors and outdoors.

High directionality and professional audio quality

Thanks to its interference tube and supercardioid capsule, the MKH 418 S provides high rejection of side sounds and excellent definition of the direct signal. The result is a clean, focused and well-presented recording in stereo space, perfect for dialogue and realistic sound environments.

Designed for reliability in the field

The matte-black painted brass housing offers ruggedness and visual discretion, while the weatherproof capsules ensure consistent performance even in harsh environmental conditions. The 5-pin XLR connector allows independent handling of Mid and Side signals.

Technical Specifications.

• Transducer type: RF capacitor
• Polar diagram: Supercardioid (Mid) + figure-8 (Side)
• Stereo format: M/S (Mid/Side), mono compatible
• High sensitivity and low own noise
• Wide and detailed frequency response
• Connectors: 5-pin XLR
• Dimensions: Ø 19 mm x 280 mm
• Applications: Film, TV, broadcasting, reportage