The Sennheiser MKH 50 P48 is a versatile small-diaphragm condenser microphone with a supercardioid polar pattern that maintains constant directivity over the whole frequency range. Unlike a hypercardioid pattern, it offers exceptional rear sound rejection. Powered by external phantom power, the MKH 50 P48 stands out from its competitors with its ability to capture a broad frequency range. Included as standard are a shock mount, the MZQ 40 microphone clamp, and the compact MZW 41 windshield, all securely housed in a durable black plastic case.

The high-frequency condenser microphone delivers a mostly linear frequency response, with a gentle treble boost throughout the 40Hz - 20kHz range. A look at the MKH 50 P48's polar chart reveals a supercardioid directional characteristic that remains virtually frequency-independent from 125Hz to 16kHz. The MKH 50 P48 operates on phantom power, typically supplied by a mixer. Its fully balanced floating output ensures galvanic isolation between the microphone and mixer. Consequently, the MKH 50 P48 conforms to the Institut für Rundfunktechnik's (IRT) N.3/5 specifications for audio equipment used in public broadcasting. A switchable pre-attenuation and a roll-off filter designed to compensate for proximity effects at around 0.5 metres enhance the microphone's versatility across different recording environments.