Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3 Moisture-Resistant Shotgun Microphone Ultimate Location Recording Kit

Capture Broadcast-Quality Audio Anywhere with the Sennheiser MKH 416 Location Recording Kit

Whether you're shooting a feature film, reporting from the field, or recording interviews for a documentary, getting clean, professional-grade audio is essential. This all-in-one location recording kit—built around the legendary Sennheiser MKH 416 shotgun microphone—offers everything a professional or advanced content creator needs to record rich, noise-free dialogue and sound effects in any environment, from controlled studio sets to unpredictable outdoor locations.

At the heart of this setup is the Sennheiser MKH 416-P48U3, a broadcast-standard shotgun microphone trusted by sound professionals around the world. Known for its focused pickup pattern and resistance to humidity, the MKH 416 delivers clean, mix-ready audio even in challenging weather conditions. Its design combines a sharp directional response with low self-noise, allowing it to capture crisp vocals, nuanced foley, and detailed ambience without interference or excess handling noise.

The microphone features a highly directional polar pattern—hypercardioid at lower frequencies and lobar at higher frequencies—giving it excellent off-axis rejection. This makes it perfect for isolating voices in noisy environments like city streets, crowded sets, or outdoor interviews. It also handles high sound pressure levels with ease, so you won’t miss a word even in dynamic, unpredictable recording scenarios.

For outdoor use, the MKH 416’s RF condenser design makes it highly resistant to moisture, so you're never sidelined by a sudden change in weather. Its 40 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response is shaped to enhance voice clarity while gently rolling off low-end rumble. The result is intelligible, natural-sounding audio that stands up to broadcast standards with minimal need for post-production clean-up.

Powering the mic is simple—it runs on 48V phantom power and connects via a standard 3-pin XLR. It’s fully compatible with industry-standard gear, including field recorders, handheld audio interfaces, and cinema cameras. The mic’s all-metal construction with a matte black finish helps avoid reflections on camera while providing the durability required for location work.

To ensure your audio remains free from wind and handling noise, the kit includes the Rycote Windshield Kit 4. This professional-grade system includes a modular shock mount, windshield, windjammer, and extensions designed specifically for long shotgun microphones like the MKH 416. Built with durable Hytrel components and designed to create an acoustic "dead space" around your mic, the kit offers outstanding wind protection while minimizing handling noise. It’s compatible with many other professional mics as well, offering added flexibility for multi-mic setups.

The setup is completed by the K-Tek KP9CCR boompole, a 9-foot lightweight yet rigid carbon fiber pole featuring a six-section design for compact storage and flexible reach. With a built-in, RF-shielded coiled XLR cable and a side exit connector, it’s optimized for fast deployment and low-noise operation in the field. The removable headpiece allows you to reconfigure the cabling setup without any soldering, saving time on set. The pole's smooth finish, improved grip, and internal shock resistance reduce handling noise and make it easier to adjust on the fly.

Together, this bundle takes the guesswork out of setting up a premium shotgun microphone system. Whether you're a seasoned boom operator or an independent filmmaker looking to level up your sound, this kit offers professional performance in one streamlined, easy-to-use package. Capture broadcast-quality dialogue, ambient sound, and field audio with confidence—no matter where your next project takes you.