Sennheiser MKH 416 Review

P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone

1,762 reviews
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  • For Pro Film, TV & Location Recording
  • Moisture-Resistant for Humid Conditions
  • No Switches, Buttons, or Dials
  • 40 Hz to 20 kHz Frequency Response
  • Hypercardioid at Low & Mid Frequencies
  • Lobar Pattern at High Frequencies
  • Low 13 dBA Self-Noise
  • High Sensitivity of -32 dB
  • Windscreen Reduces Wind Noise

Introduction

In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 1,762 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the Sennheiser MKH 416. This analysis is performed by the RR artificial intelligence and updated daily with newly submitted reviews. The RR AI utilizes a complex algorithm to first scrutinize user reviews for credibility, filtering out unreliable ones. It then proceeds to dissect and evaluate the valuable insights within these reviews, providing users with ratings regarding the features of this product. Based on these assessments, users can make informed decisions about whether this product is suitable for them or not.

Ratings Based on Features

These results are a summary of user reviews of the Sennheiser MKH 416. For example, 86% of 130 users who have commented on the Value for money of the Sennheiser MKH 416 have given positive feedback.

86%
Value for money
86% of users are satisfied, based on 130 reviews
92%
Sound quality
92% of users are satisfied, based on 130 reviews
Average Rating (1,762 ratings)
98%
B&H Photo Video ( 869 ratings )
99%
Adorama ( 528 ratings )
98%
Amazon.com ( 130 ratings )
96%
Amazon.cn ( 92 ratings )
96%
Thomann ( 46 ratings )
96%
SweetWater ( 38 ratings )
100%
Amazon.ca ( 31 ratings )
94%
Amazon.com.mx ( 11 ratings )
100%
Reverb ( 8 ratings )
98%
Amazon.in ( 5 ratings )
100%
Amazon.co.uk ( 2 ratings )
80%
Amazon.de ( 1 ratings )
80%
Amazon.co.jp ( 1 ratings )
100%
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Highlighted Customer Reviews

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Love this mic

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone Review

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone

Apr 25, 2017

Reviewed by Bill Brasky on B&H Photo Video

Highly directional but sounds so sweet.

A+

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone Review

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone

Jan 15, 2017

Reviewed by cole on B&H Photo Video

Works great, wanted something with cable already inside and this does the trick.

Great short shotgun

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone Review

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone

Aug 14, 2016

Reviewed by Ethan on B&H Photo Video

Phantom power only-- no AA battery.

SennheiserMKH 416 Short Shotgun Tube Mic

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone Review

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone

Feb 16, 2011

Reviewed by Charlie on B&H Photo Video

Great reception.

Works great.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Mic & Auray Windshield Kit Review

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Mic & Auray Windshield Kit

Mar 8, 2017

Reviewed by Amir on B&H Photo Video

Works great.

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$1398
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$1578
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$1818.69
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Sennheiser MKH 416 Shotgun Condenser Microphone
$999
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999€
Thomann
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Sennheiser MKH-416 Short Interference Tube Mic with Zoom H6 All Black Recorder
$1099
Adorama
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Sennheiser MKH-416 Short Interference Tube Microphone
$999
Adorama
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Sennheiser MKH-416 Short Interference Tube Mic W/Rycote Wind Diffusion/Mount
$999.95
Adorama
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Sennheiser MKH-416 Short Interference Tube Microphone with Windscreen
$1998.99
Adorama
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Sennheiser MKH-416 Microphone - Zoom H6 Handy Recorder, Black - XLR Lav Mic
$1349.95
Adorama
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Sennheiser MKH-416 Short Interference Tube Mic With Zoom F6 Multi-Track Recorder
$1499.96
Adorama
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Sennheiser MKH-416 Short Interference Tube Microphone - K&M Mic Stand - 25' XLR
$999
Adorama
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Sennheiser MKH-416 Tube Microphone with Zoom F8n Field Recorder
$1749.95
Adorama
Sennheiser MKH-416 Tube Microphone with Zoom F8n Field Recorder
Sennheiser MKH-416 Short Interference Tube Microphone with Rycote 18cm Softie
$1099.95
Adorama
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$999.99
Adorama
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$1900
Adorama
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$1399.99
Adorama
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$1050
Adorama
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$1049
Adorama
Sennheiser MKH-416 Tube Microphone with M50x Pro Monitor Headphones
Sennheiser MKH-416 Tube Microphone with Rycote Windshield Kit
$1199.99
Adorama
Sennheiser MKH-416 Tube Microphone with Rycote Windshield Kit
Sennheiser MKH-416 Short Interference Tube Mic W/Zoom H4n Pro Recorder/R/A Cable
$999.99
Adorama
Sennheiser MKH-416 Short Interference Tube Mic W/Zoom H4n Pro Recorder/R/A Cable
Sennheiser MKH-416 Short Interference Tube Microphone With Accessory Bundle
$1549.94
Adorama
Sennheiser MKH-416 Short Interference Tube Microphone With Accessory Bundle
Sennheiser MKH-416 Short Interference Tube Microphone W/Gitzo Mic Boom 15.5'/Cab
$1299.95
Adorama
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Sennheiser MKH-416 Short Interference Tube Microphone With H&A ACC KIT
$1099
Adorama
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Perfect. A must-have and worth every penny if you can afford

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone Review

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone

Jun 22, 2015

Reviewed by Molly the freelance videographer on B&H Photo Video

I use this mic for interviews, docs, and small nonprofit and start-up videos.

Best mic out there!

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone Review

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone

Jan 3, 2012

Reviewed by Tommy S. on B&H Photo Video

love this mic. so clean.

The standard in-boom and voice-over

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone Review

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone

Jun 28, 2017

Reviewed by Harro on B&H Photo Video

Absolutely unbeatable. This mic is the industry standard for a reason.

Yes

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone Review

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone

Aug 7, 2017

Reviewed by Joseph on B&H Photo Video

Good microphone

Cannot confirm the serial number with Sennheiser

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone Review

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone

Jan 9, 2020

Reviewed by Loc on B&H Photo Video

I called Sennheiser to confirm the serial number. They told me that they could not confirm who was the authorized dealer bought this item initially (normally they could do that if the serial number is valid). I had to refund it ...

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