As it does not suffer from a proximity effect, it is also a good choice for close-miking. If the acoustic ambience is right, this microphone will provide very impressive recordings. 

The extra octave at the bottom end makes the MKH 8020 perfect for recording pipe organs, grand piano and acoustic double-bass. 

• Onmi-directional pick-up pattern
• Modular design
• Wide frequency response 10 to 60.000 Hz
• Symmetrical transducer with 2 backplates providing extremly low distortion
• Extremly low inherent self-noise
• Accurate directional pattern
• Non reflective Nextel coating
• Ideal for stereo and surround recordings, as an M microphone and for ambience
• Delivery Includes Microphone head MKHC 8020 XLR module MZX 8000 Microphone clip MZQ 8000 Windshield MZW 8000 User manual