Schoeps CMC 1 Miniature Colette Microphone Amp and MK 5 Omni/Cardioid Condenser Capsule (Matte Gray)

The matte gray Schoeps Colette CMC 1 Miniature Colette Microphone Amp and MK 5 Omni/Cardioid Condenser Capsule is an ultracompact, space-saving Colette Series modular condenser microphone bundle, offering the flexibility of switchable omnidirectional and cardioid polar patterns along with transparent, low-distortion sound pickup for ideal sound capture in a broad spectrum of music production applications.

It includes the CMC 1 (XLR output) miniature microphone amplifier, the MK 5 omni/cardioid condenser capsule, a stand clamp, a foam windscreen, and a premium case. 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. The MK 5 capsule provides tonal and response characteristics akin to the Schoeps MK 2S and MK 4 capsules.

The matte gray Schoeps 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 3-pin 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 (available separately). A stand adapter is supplied with the CMC 1.

• Complete, no-compromise alternative to the renowned CMC 6 amplifier
• Electrical characteristics of the CMC 1 are equal to, or even better than, those of the CMC 6 (flat frequency response, very-low distortion, and constant output impedance across the audio frequency range)
• Only 1.4" long (about a third the size of the CMC 6)
• Weighs just 1.3 ounces
• Fully compatible with all existing MK capsules and Colette active accessories such as the CUT 60 and RC tubes
• Compatible with all accessories of the CCM series
• Very-high immunity from RF interference with the Schoeps RFI Shield
• Optimized RF protection of the CMC 1 makes it ideal for use with transmitters such as the Audio Limited A 10
• Balanced, direct-coupled, Class-A output circuit
• Output is filtered in the ultrasonic range to prevent interference, e.g. from camera autofocus

The Schoeps MK 5 is part of the Colette series of modular capsules designed for use with the CMC mic amplifiers. With the Schoeps MK 5, pattern switching is purely mechanical via a sliding lever on the side of the capsule. The result in each setting is like an independent microphone capsule with the same quality as the MK 2S / MK 4, and very similar (though not identical) frequency and polar response characteristics. In contrast to most dual-diaphragm microphones, the cardioid setting of the MK 5 maintains its directivity even at the lowest frequencies, and has high-frequency response up to 20 kHz. In addition, the MK 5 has excellent low-frequency response in the omnidirectional setting along with the low sensitivity toward wind, vocal “popping” noise, and solid-borne sound typical of pressure transducers.

• Mechanical switching between omnidirectional and cardioid patterns
• True one-diaphragm system
• Pure pressure transducer in the omni setting; pressure gradient transducer in the cardioid setting
• Can be used in nearly any situation; often suggested as an initial acquisition