Schoeps mono set CMC 1 K (LemoZax) with MK 4V | condenser microphone with cardioid capsule
1,734.72$

- Mono set with CMC 1 K + MK 4V capsule + accessories
- Variant of the CMC 1 U with permanently connected Lemo cable
- Cardioid polar pattern with slight treble boost
- Constant frequency response + very low distortion
- safe against RF interference with “RFI Shield
The CMC 1 K from Schoeps is a microphone amplifier that is approximately 60% smaller and 40% lighter than the CMC 6. It is identical to the CMC 1 U, but instead of a built-in XLR socket it has a permanently attached 0.5 m cable with Lemo 3-pin for Zaxcom devices. It can be used without any compromise instead of a CMC 6 with all components of the Colette system, including the MK capsules. It therefore offers uncompromising miniaturisation for applications in which the size of the microphone plays a role.
The electrical and tonal characteristics of the CMC 1 are in no way inferior to the CMC 6. On the contrary: thanks to sophisticated, modern electronic design, outstanding electrical properties have been achieved. This means that it can be driven at a particularly high level (135 dB-SPL with the MK 4) and still consumes very little power (2 mA at P48).
The CMC 1 K can be used in many setups (e.g. OSIX) that have a fixed alignment of the XLR connector and therefore of the amplifier. The alignment is also fixed in the compatible MS and double MS setups (e.g. Cyclone). This means that the microphone cannot be rotated at will in such a suspension. With axially aligned capsules such as the MK 4, this does not matter, but a vertical capsule such as the MK 8 must be aligned radially.
This accessory helps in such cases:
No. 800540: O-ring for radial alignment of an MK capsule
This O-ring is placed on the thread of the amplifier and ensures that the MK capsule remains permanently stable in any orientation. The O-ring is supplied with the MK 8 and all other vertical capsules (MK 4V, 41V) and can also be ordered separately.
No. 191102 Special colors: Nickel, chrome green and other special colors are available in the configurator available in the configurator
No. 191201 Engraving: individual engraving in the configurator possible
The MK 4V was specially developed to meet the demand for a cardioid microphone with side-firing. In addition to use in the concert hall, this type of capsule is particularly suitable for use in voiceover studios. The slight treble boost at 10 kHz helps to improve speech intelligibility.
For use as a speaker microphone, we offer the PR 120 SV pop protection, which ensures additional clarity when recording speech. (On request)


Technical specifications microphone amplifier
- Frequency range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
- Maximum output voltage: 1.8 V (5 dBV) at 1 kΩ load
- Maximum sound pressure level (THD < 0.5 %):
- 135 dB-SPL (P48) with MK 4
- 131 dB-SPL (P12) with MK 4
- Low-cut filter: 20 Hz, 12 dB/octave
- Output impedance: 50 Ω ± 1 Ω (8 Hz – 50 kHz)
- Minimum recommended load impedance: 1 kΩ
- Common mode rejection (at 1 kHz): > 55 dB
- Maximum cable length: > 400 m (~1,300 ft)
- SCHOEPS RFI shielding: Yes
- Phantom power / voltage range:
- P48 / 30-52 V
- P12 / 11-13 V
- Power consumption:
- 2 mA (P48)
- 3 mA (P12)
- Output: Lemo 3pin, analog, 1 channel
- Dimensions:
- Length: 29 mm / ~1.1″
- Diameter: 20 mm / 0.8″
- Weight: 28 g / 1.0 oz
Technical specifications microphone capsule
- Polar pattern: cardioid
- Frequency response: 40 Hz – 19 kHz
- Sensitivity: -36.5 dB (V/Pa), 15 mV/Pa
- Equivalent noise level (A-weighted): 13 dB
- Equivalent noise level (CCIR): 23 dB
- Noise level distance (A-weighted): 81 dB with CMC 6
- Maximum sound pressure level (THD < 0.5 %): 135 dB-SPL
- Dimensions:
- Length: 34 mm
- Diameter: 20 mm
- Weight: 18 g
Scope of delivery: CMC 1 K with 0.5m Lemo 3pin cable, MK 4V capsule, SGC clamp, B 5 D pop shield, 2x O-ring, premium case
CMC Microphone amplifier
Microphone capsules of condenser microphones cannot be operated directly on microphone cables or inputs. This requires the interconnection of a microphone amplifier. Each MK capsule of the Colette series must therefore be screwed to a microphone amplifier and only together with it forms a complete microphone.
The CMC 1 U can be operated with 12V and 48V phantom power. The CMC 1 U circuit automatically detects the power supply and adjusts itself accordingly. Their properties remain essentially unchanged – only the current is adapted to the supply voltage. This is higher at 12V than at 48V. Nevertheless, the power consumption is lower at 12V, which is advantageous for battery operation.
The CMC 1 is available in different versions:
CMC 1 U:
XLR output connector
CMC 1 L:
Output connector Lemo
CMC 1 K:
fixed cable XLR or Lemo
CMC 1 KV: fixed side cable XLR or Lemo
CMC 1 SO: permanently connected gooseneck and Lemo3pin output
Manufacturer | Schoeps |
---|---|
Color | Grey |
Converter principle | Condenser microphone (FET) |
Phantom Power | Yes |
Tube | No |
Highpass | No |
Pad | No |
Characteristic switchable | No |
Directional characteristic | Cardioid |
Kapsel | MK 4V (Cardioid with mild high-frequency elevation for side-addressed pickup) |
Product safety
Manufacturer information
SCHOEPS GMBH
Spitalstraße 20
76227 Karlsruhe (Durlach)
Germany
0721 943 20-0
Person responsible for the EU
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Safety instructions
Our offer is primarily aimed at commercial users who test and use products on their own responsibility for their professional use. Please note that safety-relevant information, instructions and symbols may be contained in the supplied instructions for use. These are enclosed with the product and, if available, can also be downloaded in digital form from our website.
We recommend that you read the instructions for use carefully and check the product for safety and suitability for your intended use before use. If you require further information, please contact the manufacturer or the manufacturer's EU representative directly.
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