Schoeps Mono Set CMC 6 with MK 4 Cardioid Capsule

The Schoeps Mono Set CMC 6 pairs the CMC 6 U amplifier with the MK 4, Schoeps’ best-selling capsule and a long-standing reference cardioid.

The MK 4 keeps a flat response and a steady pattern across the frequency range through its mechanical design. Its rejection is strong: about 6 dB at 90° and 20 to 30 dB at 180°. It picks up diffuse sound 4.8 dB lower than sound from the front. It works as a spot microphone, on acoustic instruments, and for conference recording, and two of them make a common main pair for XY, ORTF, and M/S stereo.

The CMC 6 U amplifier detects P48 or P12 phantom power on its own and drives the cable through a balanced, transformer-free class-A output stage, with low distortion and strong rejection of radio interference. An active extension tube or the CUT 60 filter fits between the amplifier and the capsule.

The set comes with an SG 20 stand clamp, a B 5 D hollow foam windscreen, a Schoeps cable strap, and a case.

Features

CMC 6 U amplifier with MK 4 cardioid capsule
Schoeps’ best-selling capsule
Flat response and steady pattern
Strong rejection of sound from the rear
Runs on P48 or P12 phantom power
SG 20 clamp, B 5 D windscreen, and cable strap
Packed in a case

Available Options

Finish	Order No.
Matte Gray	138015

What's Included

CMC 6 U microphone amplifier
MK 4 cardioid capsule
SG 20 stand clamp
B 5 D hollow foam windscreen
Schoeps cable strap
Case

Specifications

CMC 6 U Amplifier
Frequency Range	20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum Output Voltage	1 V (0 dBV) into 1 kΩ
Maximum SPL (THD < 0.5%)	131 dB SPL with MK 4 (P48 and P12)
Low-Cut Filter	20 Hz, 12 dB/oct
Output Impedance	42 Ω
Minimum Load Impedance	1 kΩ
Common Mode Rejection (1 kHz)	Over 55 dB
Maximum Cable Length	Over 400 m (1300 ft)
RFI Shield	Yes
Phantom Power	P48 (20 to 52 V), P12 (10 to 13 V)
Current Consumption	4 mA (P48), 8 mA (P12)
Output	XLR-3M, analog, 1 channel
Length	116 mm
Diameter	20 mm
Weight	60 g
MK 4 Capsule
Pickup Pattern	Cardioid
Frequency Range	40 Hz to 26 kHz (40 Hz to 41 kHz with CMC 6xt)
Sensitivity	−36.5 dB (V/Pa), 15 mV/Pa
Equivalent Noise Level (A-Weighted)	14 dB
Equivalent Noise Level (CCIR)	24 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-Weighted)	80 dB
Maximum SPL (THD < 0.5%)	131 dB SPL with CMC 6, 135 dB SPL with CMC 1
Length	22 mm
Diameter	20 mm
Weight	17 g