The MKE 440 from Sennheiser is a compact stereo shotgun microphone that predominately captures focused stereo sound from within the direction of filming and rejects the majority of off-axis noise from outside the camera focus. The microphone utilizes two mini-shotgun elements that are mounted in a V-shape arrangement, which outperforms mini AB, MS, or XY setups.

The microphone offers a stereo, super-cardioid pickup pattern and features a frequency response of 50 Hz to 20 kHz, as well as a maximum sound pressure level of 132 dB. The mic includes a 3-level sensitivity switch and a high-pass filter to remove rumble. The MKE 400 is powered by two AAA batteries and offers an operating time of 100 hours. The microphones are internally shock-mounted to prevent handling noise, and the stainless steel micro-mesh offers protection against wind. Additionally, an optional hair cover is available for strong wind applications.

Dual mini shotgun microphones create frontal focus

Suppression of ambience and background noise

Built-in elastic suspension and wind protection

3-level sensitivity adjustment and low-cut filter

Compact, all-metal construction

Standard size camera shoe mount

Specifications:

Form Factor Camera-Mount

Intended Sound Sources Speech/Voice Over

Sound Field Stereo

Capsule 2 x Dynamic

Polar Pattern Supercardioid

Pad None

High-Pass Filter Yes

Tone Adjustment None

Gain Adjustment None

Windscreen Metal Mesh

Performance

Frequency Range 50 Hz to 20,000 Hz

Maximum SPL 132 dB SPL

Sensitivity -23 dBV / -42 dBV / -63 dBV at 1 kHz

Connectivity

Headphone Connector None

Power

Operating Voltage 1.2 to 1.5 V (Battery Power)

Battery Type 2 x AAA (Included)

Approximate Battery Life 100 Hours

Physical

Color Black

Mounting Camera/Shoe-Mount (via Integrated Hardware)

Mounting Thread Size Not Specified by Manufacturer

Included Case None

Included Filters None

Construction Material Metal

Operating Temperature 14 to 131°F / -10 to 55°C

Storage Temperature -4 to 158°F / -20 to 70°C

Dimensions H: 2.6 x W: 4.2 x L: 5" / H: 67 x W: 106 x L: 128 mm

Weight 5.8 oz / 165 g