Schoeps CMC 1 Table Set MK 41 Tabletop Condenser Microphone with CMC 1 Amp and MK 41 Supercardioid Capsule (Matte Gray)

Schoeps CMC 1 Table Set MK 41 Tabletop Condenser Microphone with CMC 1 Amp and MK 41 Supercardioid Capsule (Matte Gray)

The matte gray Schoeps CMC 1 Table Set MK 41 is a space-saving Colette Series tabletop supercardioid condenser microphone bundle designed to provide shotgun-like directivity performance along with frequency-independent directionality, high immunity from RF interference, and transparent, low-distortion sound pickup of speech for critical audio and video conferencing applications.

It includes the CMC 1 miniature microphone amplifier, the MK 41 supercardioid condenser capsule, the T 20 table stand, and a stand clamp. Thanks to the inclusion of the ultracompact CMC 1, this bundle serves as a lighter and smaller alternative to the CMC 6 without compromising sonic performance. It can be powered via 12 or 48 VDC phantom power.

CMC 1 Miniature Colette Microphone Amplifier

The CMC 1 is a miniature Colette Series microphone amplifier offering uncompromising high fidelity in a lightweight and ultracompact form factor for studio recording, broadcast, and live stage applications. Presented as an alternative to the renowned Schoeps CMC 6 amplifier, the CMC 1 is compatible with all existing MK mic capsules and Colette active accessories (available separately).

It features a balanced XLR output, compliance with 12 or 48V phantom power, and low current consumption. Its Schoeps RFI Shield provides high immunity from RF interference for a clean, low-noise signal. The CMC 1 supports the high maximum SPLs tolerated by the various MK mic capsules.

• Complete alternative to the renowned CMC 6 amplifier
• Can be used in place of the CMC 6 with no compromise
• Electrical characteristics of the CMC 1 are equal to, or even better than, those of the CMC 6
• 1.4 long (about a third the size of the CMC 6)
• 1.3 ounces (about 40% lighter than the CMC 6)
• Fully compatible with all existing MK capsules and Colette active accessories such as the CUT 60 and RC tubes
• Very-high immunity from RF interference with the Schoeps RFI Shield
• Includes mic clip for easy attachment to a mic stand
• Suspension mounts such as the Rycote INV-6 are available separately

MK 41 Supercardioid Capsule

The Schoeps MK 41 is part of the Colette series of modular capsules designed for use with the CMC mic amplifiers. The MK 41 effectively attenuates diffuse sound energy and produces a clear, dry sound pickup. Its polar pattern is exceptionally frequency independent sounds from the side and back are strongly attenuated, but picked up without false coloration. This feature has made the MK 41 an international standard for indoor film sound.

The susceptibility of the MK 41 to acoustic feedback is lower than with any other Schoeps capsule type, provided that no loudspeaker radiates directly from the rear. The sensitivity minimum of the supercardioid occurs at approximately a 125° angle of incidence. The directional effect is independent of frequency, so that off-axis and diffuse sound are picked up free of false coloration, thus sounding natural. That is a real advantage over shotgun microphones, which have appreciably greater directivity only at higher frequencies, and frequency response (and thus sound quality) that depends on the direction of sound incidence.

Thus for many situations, the MK 41 offers an interesting alternative to a shotgun microphone, even if its small dimensions do not appear to suggest high directivity. As a capsule without an interference tube in front of it, the MK 41 can also be placed closer to the sound source.

T 20 Table Stand

This elegant miniature table base with variable inclination and insulation from solid-borne sound can be used unobtrusively. An elegant cable routing is achieved when the cable (available separately) is hung in the wire eyelet, which is located between the pins and bottom plate.

The T 20 can also be operated without the vertical spacer if it is intended to be used near the table. The 3/8 table flange F 5 (available separately) is suitable for a fixed installation at the table.