The new MKH 800 TWIN is available now (according to the Sennheiser Press Release).

I actually did a recording with this about three years ago (a very early version borrowed from the factory) together with an MKH 30 to give me 5.1 surround from just the three capsules - it sounded amazing.

This is a very versatile mic. if you start thinking about all the options:-

• infinitely variable pattern mic.
• The ability to add EQ and/or effects to the rear capsule only to correct room defects without having to do the same to the front capsule
• The ability to add delay to the rear capsule only
• MSM - Double MS rig
• etc...

In fact the 800 TWIN is not identical to the MKH 800 as it does have improved capsules I have been told.