Sennheiser 416 - do I need the k6 power module at DVinfo.net

Jay Staya · February 25th, 2004, 11:57 PM

Hi guys, I'm a little confused with regards to this mic I'm thinking of buying.
Will a sennheiser k6 power module be sufficient to power this mic or do I have to look a an external supply like a beachtek.

Also what type of videoing is this mic suitable for (i'm buying it at a bargain price secondhand)

Ken Tanaka · February 26th, 2004, 12:10 AM

No, the Sennheiser MKH416 is strictly a 48v phantom-powered microphone. The K6 power module is only used for the ME series (ex: ME66, ME67, ME64). With the GL2 you will need to use the Beachtek DXA-4P, or a preamp, to deliver phantom power to the MKH416.

The MKH416 is a pro-grade supercardiod / lobar mic that delivers outstanding sound, particularly voices, in skilled hands. Honestly, it might be misapplied overkill for on-camera use. But if you're able to buy it for a substantial discount from it's $1,000US street price, why not?!

I've recently completed a brief comparative article on the 416 which will be featured on this site soon.

Jay Staya · February 26th, 2004, 05:33 AM

Ken, thankyou for your reply. I look forward to reading your review about the mic.

Ken Tanaka · February 26th, 2004, 11:26 AM

No sooner said than DONE! This article is now available.

February 25th, 2004, 11:57 PM	#1
Jay Staya New Boot Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Australia Posts: 13	Sennheiser 416 - do I need the k6 power module Hi guys, I'm a little confused with regards to this mic I'm thinking of buying. Will a sennheiser k6 power module be sufficient to power this mic or do I have to look a an external supply like a beachtek. Also what type of videoing is this mic suitable for (i'm buying it at a bargain price secondhand)

February 26th, 2004, 12:10 AM	#2
Ken Tanaka Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,943	No, the Sennheiser MKH416 is strictly a 48v phantom-powered microphone. The K6 power module is only used for the ME series (ex: ME66, ME67, ME64). With the GL2 you will need to use the Beachtek DXA-4P, or a preamp, to deliver phantom power to the MKH416. The MKH416 is a pro-grade supercardiod / lobar mic that delivers outstanding sound, particularly voices, in skilled hands. Honestly, it might be misapplied overkill for on-camera use. But if you're able to buy it for a substantial discount from it's $1,000US street price, why not?! I've recently completed a brief comparative article on the 416 which will be featured on this site soon. __________________ Lady X Films: A lady with a boring wardrobe...and a global mission. Hey, you don't have enough stuff! Buy with confidence from our sponsors. Hand-picked as the best in the business...Really! See some of my work one frame at a time: www.KenTanaka.com

February 26th, 2004, 11:26 AM	#4
Ken Tanaka Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,943	No sooner said than DONE! This article is now available. __________________ Lady X Films: A lady with a boring wardrobe...and a global mission. Hey, you don't have enough stuff! Buy with confidence from our sponsors. Hand-picked as the best in the business...Really! See some of my work one frame at a time: www.KenTanaka.com

February 26th, 2004, 05:33 AM	#3
Jay Staya New Boot Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Australia Posts: 13	Ken, thankyou for your reply. I look forward to reading your review about the mic.