Schoeps Colette Colette CMC 1 U Microphone Amplifiers and MK 8 Figure-8 Capsules Stereo Set (Matte Gray)

Schoeps CMC 1 U Miniature Colette Microphone Amplifier (Matte Gray)

The matte gray Schoeps CMC 1 U 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 U is compatible with all existing MK mic capsules and Colette active accessories (all 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 U supports the high maximum SPLs tolerated by the various MK mic capsules (available separately).

• Complete alternative to the renowned CMC 6 amplifier
• Can be used in place of the CMC 6 with no compromise
• XLR output connector
• Electrical characteristics of the CMC 1 U 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

Schoeps MK 8 Microphone Capsule (Matched Pair, Matte Gray)

The matte gray MK 8 Microphone Capsule from Schoeps is a true dipole (bidirectional) transducer, operating with a single diaphragm. Its main axis is at a right angle to the capsule, and is marked at 0 and 180° with a red and a black dot, respectively. Both the microphones that are included are phase-matched.

When M/S stereo recordings are made, the 0° axis normally faces to the left as viewed from behind the microphone setup. The 8 engraved on the top of the housing should be aligned on its side so as to appear horizontal, at a precise right angle to the mid capsule. The microphone should be placed directly above or beneath the M channel microphone, and as close to it as possible. The sound quality of this capsule is clear and neutral. The frequency response rolls off above 16 kHz.

When this capsule is used as a spot microphone, care must be taken to avoid picking up early reflections or unwanted direct sound from its rear, since sound arriving from the back is picked up with full level but reversed in polarity. This could result in partial cancellation of the intended sound, which can lead to comb-filter effects at higher frequencies.

The directivity index of a figure-8 pattern is the same as that of a cardioid. The figure-8 has a rear lobe equal in sensitivity to its front lobe, and this exactly makes up the quantitative difference. However, in normally reverberant settings, the sound reaching a figure-8 s rear lobe will be delayed and dispersed to a considerably greater extent the reflected sound will typically be subject to far more high-frequency absorption as well.

This capsule is delivered with a hand-signed Certificate from the factory. Matching is of frequency response and sensitivity within exceptionally low tolerances.

Comes in a pack 2

Sensitivity decreases at low frequencies

Directional characteristic is extraordinarily independent of frequency

Proximity effect is present

Pure pressure-gradient transducer

Figure-8 pattern with near-ideal consistency across the frequency range

Side-addressed (pickup perpendicular to the microphone body)

Optimal for use in M/S and Blumlein stereo recording

Schoeps B-5D Hollow Foam Windscreen for Light Wind Noise and as a close-speech guard (Gray)

Schoeps Microphones has created the B-5D Windscreen in grey is best when used on pressure-gradient transducers in light wind and as a close-speech guard. The foam encloses an air chamber around the microphone capsule, similar to a basket windscreen.

Although not designed for it, it works hand in hand with the MK 4V, MK 41V or MK 4VXS microphone capsules and the corresponding CCM Compact Condenser Microphones. But this microphone cannot be used with MK 6 or MK 8 capsules, or the corresponding CCM Compact Microphones.

Color and Texture

This windscreen is a neutral gray with an attractive porous, velvet-like surface treatment.