When MK 8 capsule is used on an MS pair, it is necessary to compensate for its lower amplification sensitivity (-2.5 dB) compared to MK 4 cardioid capsule, in order not to narrow the recording angle. Bidirectional capsule MK 8 (pressure gradient transducer) is wind and movement sensitive; although its bass response is lower than cardioid or hypercardioid capsule, it nevertheless requires the use of a windscreen (foam or polyester basket-type B 20/W 20) when it is mounted on a moving boom, or placed close to the mouth (plosives).
MK 5 omni/cardio : 11/13 mV/Pa ; niveau max. 132 dB (CMC 6) 135 dB (CMC 1) pour THD<0.5%
Capteur de pression omni/cardioïde, BP : 20/40 - 20/20 kHz, ± 3 dB.
Dimensions 2.7 cm x 2 cm (diam.), masse 0.025 kg.