Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Shotgun Microphone with Ultimate Location Recording Kit

Professional Audio Solution for Film, Broadcast, ENG, and Field Recording

This ultimate location recording kit from B&H is a fully equipped, high-grade shotgun microphone setup designed for professional use in film production, broadcast environments, electronic news gathering (ENG), and field audio work. Built around the industry-standard Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3, the kit includes everything you need for capturing clean, mix-ready audio in both studio and outdoor conditions.

With its combination of broadcast-quality sound, reliable components, and rugged accessories, this bundle removes the guesswork from building a professional audio rig.

What's Included in the Kit

• Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone

• Rycote Windshield Kit 4 with modular suspension, pistol grip, windjammer, and windshield

• K-Tek KP9CCR 9-foot KlassicPro Graphite Boompole with internal coiled XLR cable and side exit

• Kopul Premium Performance 3000 Series 20-foot XLR Cable for reliable signal transmission

This carefully curated selection delivers a complete system ready for film shoots, documentary work, live news, and location audio recording.

Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3: Trusted Shotgun Microphone for Professionals

The MKH 416-P48U3 is a legendary moisture-resistant shotgun microphone known for its tight pickup pattern, low noise, and robust build. Ideal for capturing dialogue and sound effects in challenging environments, it features a hypercardioid polar pattern at lower frequencies that transitions to a lobar pattern at higher frequencies, offering focused sound isolation with minimal off-axis coloration.

With a wide 40 Hz to 20 kHz frequency range, a low self-noise level of 13 dBA, and high SPL handling, it’s built to deliver studio-quality audio even on fast-paced outdoor shoots. Its RF condenser design ensures dependable performance in high-humidity or unpredictable weather conditions.

This mic runs on phantom power (44 to 52V) and includes a 3-pin XLR output, making it compatible with mixers, field recorders, and cinema cameras.

Rycote Windshield Kit 4: Total Wind and Vibration Protection

The included Rycote Windshield Kit 4 is a complete modular wind and shock isolation system. It features a durable suspension mount, pistol grip, and a windjammer, all housed in a lightweight but rugged windshield.

Constructed with Hytrel plastic and interlocking modular ends, the windshield helps maintain transparency in your recordings while reducing handling noise and wind interference. It’s compatible with several industry-standard shotgun mics, including the MKH 416, and is a staple in location sound kits worldwide.

K-Tek KP9CCR Boompole: Lightweight, Durable, and Cable-Ready

The K-Tek KP9CCR boompole is a 6-section graphite extension pole that reaches up to 9.3 feet. Designed for professionals, it features an internally coiled XLR cable with a side-exit connector, allowing for a clean and flexible setup.

The removable headpiece lets you change configurations without soldering, while a low-profile, RF-shielded cable ensures interference-free operation. The updated collet locking system and improved grip design make this pole easy to extend, collapse, and operate with one hand in fast-paced environments.

Kopul XLR Cable: Durable, Noise-Free Connectivity

Also included is a 20-foot Kopul Premium Performance 3000 Series XLR cable, designed to deliver clean signal transmission with maximum noise protection. It features:

• 95% dual-spiral shielding to block EMI and RFI

• 24 AWG oxygen-free copper core for high conductivity

• Cotton yarn inner layer to reduce microphonic and static noise

• Neutrik XX-series connectors for secure, high-quality connections

This cable is perfect for use on set, in the studio, or in mobile broadcast setups.

Complete Kit for Field and Location Recording

Whether you're recording a dramatic film scene, conducting interviews in the field, or covering breaking news, this Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Ultimate Location Recording Kit provides the tools needed for professional, dependable audio capture.

Its moisture-resistant shotgun mic, premium boom and wind accessories, and high-quality cables make it a go-to choice for sound mixers, location audio specialists, and ENG teams.