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Neil McLean · May 30th, 2003, 01:00 AM

Can anyone please tell me the difference between the Sennheiser MKH416T and the Sennheiser MKH416?

Many thanks and regards,
Neil

Jeff Donald · May 31st, 2003, 01:57 PM

The "T" stands for T Power. Similar to phantom power but not the same. You can buy barrel adapters to convert phantom power to T power. If I remember correctly T power is down around 12v and will prove fatal to a phantom powered mic (and vice versa). The voltage floats to because it is not referenced to ground. It used to be known as A-B Power.

Brian McDonald · June 6th, 2003, 09:55 AM

The 'T' does mean it is a T-power mic (more commonly used in Western Europe). It runs at +15v and often has a three pin mini XLR connector. Do not simply convert the connector! This will destroy your mic and possibly your phantom power module. 'T' powered mics should only be powered by mixers or pre-amps that support 'T' power. If your mixer or recorder does not support this format, you can purchase a 'T' power box for about $70 to $100 that is worn as a belt pack. These boxes power the mic via battery and send a line signal to your mixer or recorder. They also make +48V versions which can be hand for people using condenser mics straight to camera. The boxes do not attenuate the signal they simply power the mic. Common brands are Denecke, PSC, and ASC.

-Brian

May 30th, 2003, 01:00 AM	#1
Neil McLean Regular Crew Join Date: May 2003 Location: U.K. Posts: 125	Sennheiser MKH416T & Sennheiser MKH416 Can anyone please tell me the difference between the Sennheiser MKH416T and the Sennheiser MKH416? Many thanks and regards, Neil

May 31st, 2003, 01:57 PM	#2
Jeff Donald Warden Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 8,287	The "T" stands for T Power. Similar to phantom power but not the same. You can buy barrel adapters to convert phantom power to T power. If I remember correctly T power is down around 12v and will prove fatal to a phantom powered mic (and vice versa). The voltage floats to because it is not referenced to ground. It used to be known as A-B Power. __________________ Jeff Donald Carpe Diem Search DVinfo.net for quick answers \| Where to Buy? From the best in the business: DVinfo.net sponsors

June 6th, 2003, 09:55 AM	#3
Brian McDonald Tourist Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Denton, Texas Posts: 4	The 'T' does mean it is a T-power mic (more commonly used in Western Europe). It runs at +15v and often has a three pin mini XLR connector. Do not simply convert the connector! This will destroy your mic and possibly your phantom power module. 'T' powered mics should only be powered by mixers or pre-amps that support 'T' power. If your mixer or recorder does not support this format, you can purchase a 'T' power box for about $70 to $100 that is worn as a belt pack. These boxes power the mic via battery and send a line signal to your mixer or recorder. They also make +48V versions which can be hand for people using condenser mics straight to camera. The boxes do not attenuate the signal they simply power the mic. Common brands are Denecke, PSC, and ASC. -Brian