Schoeps MK 2S Moderate High-Frequency Response Microphone Capsule
The MK 2S is our most popular pressure transducer.
Its somewhat brighter sound (compared to the MK 2 and MK 2H) makes it ideal for use as a main microphone or room microphone, especially in larger rooms.
From 2,312.00 USD
- moderate high-frequency response elevation at 0°, which compensates high frequency losses caused by the increased diffuse field amount when used near the reverberation radius
- often used for A/B stereo, Decca Tree or as a room microphone
The MK 2S exhibits a slight high-frequency emphasis for frontal sound incidence, with only a slight rolloff of high frequencies off axis and in the reverberant sound field.
This frequency response characteristic falls between that of the MK 2 and the MK 2XS, making the capsule suitable for a wide range of applications.
Practice
The MK 2S has proven particularly useful in two- and three-microphone stereo arrays, where its placement near the reverberation radius of the sound field presents a sonically balanced pickup favored by many recording engineers. This model has become our most popular pressure transducer.
For spaced microphone (A/B) stereo recording and especially the Decca Tree method, KA 40 accessory spheres are recommended
Specifications
| Pickup pattern | Omnidirectional |
| Frequency range |
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| Sensitivity | -37 dB (V/Pa), 14 mV/Pa with CMC 6 |
| Equivalent noise level (A-weighted) | 12 dB with CMC 6 |
| Equivalent noise level (CCIR) | 23 dB with CMC 6 |
| Signal-to-noise ratio (A-weighted) | 82 dB with CMC 6 |
| Maximum sound pressure level (THD < 0.5 %) | 131 dB-SPL with CMC 6 |
| Length | 22 mm |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Weight | 17 g |