{"product_id":"sennheiser-acs5-5-pin-xlr-to-dual-3-pin-xlr-adapter-6-in-length-for-mkh418s-and-mke44-p","title":"Sennheiser ACS5 5 Pin Xlr To Dual 3 Pin Xlr Adapter, 6 In. Length For MKH418S And MKE44-P","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSennheiser ACS5 5-Pin XLR to Dual 3-Pin XLR Adapter for MKH 418-S and MKE 44-P\u003c\/h1\u003e \u003ch2\u003eStereo breakout adapter for Sennheiser M\/S and stereo microphones with 5-pin XLR output\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Sennheiser ACS5 is a 6-inch adapter cable that converts a single 5-pin XLR connector to two separate 3-pin XLR connectors, designed for use with the Sennheiser MKH 418-S M\/S stereo shotgun microphone and the MKE 44-P stereo microphone. These microphones output their mid and side (or left and right) audio channels on a single 5-pin XLR cable, and the ACS5 breaks them out into standard 3-pin XLR connections for feeding standard microphone preamps, mixers, and recording interfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWithout this adapter, the 5-pin output of the MKH 418-S or MKE 44-P cannot connect to standard audio equipment. The ACS5 is an essential accessory for any deployment of these stereo microphones, bridging the proprietary 5-pin output to the standard 3-pin XLR infrastructure used by virtually all professional audio equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e5-pin XLR input to dual 3-pin XLR output\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e6-inch length for compact, direct connection\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesigned for MKH 418-S and MKE 44-P stereo microphones\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBreaks out M\/S or stereo channels to separate standard XLR connections\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnables connection to any standard microphone preamp or mixer\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProfessional-grade construction\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eProfessional Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCommonly deployed in church, house of worship, and professional AV environments.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFilm and broadcast field recording with MKH 418-S M\/S microphone\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStereo recording with MKE 44-P microphone in studio and field\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConnecting 5-pin stereo microphones to standard mixer and recorder inputs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDocumentary and ENG sound setups requiring stereo capture\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCan I use a generic 5-pin to dual 3-pin adapter instead?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhile generic 5-pin to dual 3-pin adapters exist, the ACS5 is wired specifically for the Sennheiser MKH 418-S and MKE 44-P pin configuration. Using an incorrectly wired adapter may result in reversed channels, missing audio, or potential damage to the phantom power circuit.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eDo I need one ACS5 per microphone?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eYes. Each 5-pin stereo microphone output requires its own ACS5 adapter to break out to standard 3-pin XLR connections.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eRelated Equipment and Workflow Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe ACS5 is designed for the Sennheiser MKH 418-S M\/S stereo shotgun microphone and the MKE 44-P stereo microphone. It connects to any audio equipment with standard 3-pin XLR microphone inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWhy Professionals Use This Type of Product\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEssential adapter for using MKH 418-S and MKE 44-P with standard gear\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProperly wired for Sennheiser's 5-pin stereo microphone pinout\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompact 6-inch length minimizes added cable bulk\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnsures correct channel separation between M\/S or stereo outputs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eAdditional Compatibility Information\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Sennheiser ACS5 is a 6-inch 5-pin XLR to dual 3-pin XLR breakout adapter designed specifically for the MKH 418-S and MKE 44-P stereo microphones.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sennheiser","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51208102674710,"sku":"ACS5","price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/7622\/9910\/files\/2698b08d9b951368750ed9f2b328a7a916048ce6_8bd2e2d7-9432-4fd4-8ff6-da802b70a4f5.jpg?v=1776271696","url":"https:\/\/store.ave.tech\/products\/sennheiser-acs5-5-pin-xlr-to-dual-3-pin-xlr-adapter-6-in-length-for-mkh418s-and-mke44-p","provider":"AVE Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}