Schoeps Mono Set CMC 6 with MK 5 Switchable Capsule

The Schoeps Mono Set CMC 6 pairs the CMC 6 U amplifier with the MK 5, the Colette capsule that switches between omni and cardioid.

A sliding lever on the side of the capsule changes the pattern mechanically, and each setting works like its own capsule, close to the MK 2S in omni and the MK 4 in cardioid. In cardioid it keeps its directivity down to the lowest frequencies and reaches 20 kHz, unlike most dual-diaphragm microphones. In omni it has a full low end and little sensitivity to wind, pops, and structure-borne noise. Set the lever fully at one end, since a setting in between gives unpredictable results.

The MK 5 is the capsule to start a Colette system with, unless you need more directivity or a figure-eight. 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.

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 5 capsule
Omni and cardioid on one capsule
Mechanical pattern switch on the capsule
Full low end in omni, little wind and pop noise
Runs on P48 or P12 phantom power
SG 20 clamp, B 5 D windscreen, and cable strap
Packed in a case

What's Included

CMC 6 U microphone amplifier
MK 5 switchable 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 5 Capsule
Pickup Pattern	Omnidirectional or cardioid, switchable
Frequency Range	Omni 20 Hz to 28 kHz; cardioid 40 Hz to 26 kHz
Sensitivity	Omni −38 dB (V/Pa), 12 mV/Pa; cardioid −37 dB (V/Pa), 14 mV/Pa
Equivalent Noise Level (A-Weighted)	Omni 12 dB; cardioid 13 dB
Equivalent Noise Level (CCIR)	Omni 24 dB; cardioid 23 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-Weighted)	Omni 82 dB; cardioid 81 dB
Maximum SPL (THD < 0.5%)	Omni 132 dB SPL, cardioid 131 dB SPL with CMC 6
Length	27 mm
Diameter	20 mm
Weight	25 g