The matte gray Schoeps CMC 1 L MK 4 Cardioid Condenser Microphone Ampis an ultracompact, space-saving Colette Series modular cardioid condenser microphone bundle designed to provide frequency-independent directionality and transparent, low-distortion sound pickup of dialog, foley, and instruments in film, television, and music production.

It includes the CMC 1 L (mini LEMO output) miniature microphone amplifier, the MK 4 cardioid condenser capsule, a stand clamp, a mini LEMO to XLR 3-pin cable, and a premium case. Thanks to the inclusion of the ultracompact CMC 1 L, this bundle serves as a lighter and smaller alternative to the CMC 6 and CMC 1 without compromising sonic performance.

MK 4 Cardioid Condenser Capsule    CMC 1 L Miniature Mic Amp (Mini LEMO)    Lighter, Smaller Option to CMC 6 Amp    Frequency-Independent Directivity    High Immunity from RF Interference    Works with Colette Active Accessories    Supports 12 or 48 VDC Phantom Powering    Mini LEMO Output Connector    Includes Mini LEMO to XLR 3-Pin Cable    Includes Stand Clamp and Premium Case

The matte gray Schoeps CMC 1 L 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 L is compatible with all existing MK mic capsules and Colette active accessories (available separately).

It features a balanced mini LEMO 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 L supports the high maximum SPLs tolerated by the various MK mic capsules (available separately). A stand adapter and a 16.4' mini LEMO to XLR 3-pin male adapter cable are supplied with the CMC 1 L.

• Complete, no-compromise alternative to the renowned CMC 6 amplifier
• Electrical characteristics of the CMC 1 L 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" long (about a third the size of the CMC 6)
• Weighs just 1 ounce (about 53% lighter than the CMC 6)
• 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 L 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 4 is part of the Colette series of modular capsules designed for use with the CMC mic amplifiers. The cardioid polar pattern results in maximum rejection of rear incidental audio signal, eliminating off-axis noise and feedback. The cardioid pattern allows microphone placement to occur farther from the sound source than a pressure transducer of equivalent sensitivity. The MK 4 is ideal for both speech and music capturing, resulting in rich detail without coloration. The MK4 is also a viable solution for X/Y or Mid-Side stereo recording.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. hi does boya by mm1 work with samsung s10+?

A: Yes it does.

Q: 2. How long is the included XLR cable?

A: The XLR cable for the Rycote Windshield 9 Kit CMC-1 Modular Windshield for Schoeps CMC 1 Microphone is approximately 12" long.

Q: 3. Is it good for recording singer to motu m2?

A: Yes, the Polsen PCR-65 Cardioid Condenser Microphone would work well to record vocals into the Motu M2 interface.

Q: 4. Does work with iPhone 7 + DJI OM4 (with DJI MIMO app)?

A: Yes, however the adapter in the link bellow is necessary to make a connection to the iPhone https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1280795-REG/apple_mmx62am_a_lightning_to_3_5mm_headphone.html?sts=pi&pim=Y

Q: 5. could this microphone be used in a conference room setting to pick up voices around a table?

A: This is a cardioid polar pattern mic, meaning that it's focused on capturing the sound directly in front of it. For conferences where people are all around, an omni-directional polar pattern mic would work best. You could use this mic for recording conferences, but it wouldn't capture everyone's voices. I suggest looking for omni-directional microphones or microphones that have multiple polar patterns with omni-directional being one of them.

Q: 6. I am updating my Samson MTR 231, what differences should I expect between both mics, please?

A: In comparison, the Sennheiser is the more feature rich. 3 step low cut filter and 3 step pad. You are also getting more selectable pickup patterns. These allow you to more precisely tailor the mics performance to a specific application. Comparatively the mic are similar in self noise, however the Sennheiser offers better specs in dynamic range as well as signal to noise ratio. Regarding frequency response, the Sennheiser is relatively flat, with the Samson featuring a slight boost in the higher frequencies. This will generally be interpreted as the Sennheiser having a warmer sound.

Q: 7. What are the differences between cmc1 and cmc1u? tks.

A: The "CMC 1 U" is the part identifier for the amplifier portion of the Schoeps CMC 1 (the body of the microphone), without any capsule. The Schoeps CMC 1 Microphone Amp, MK 41 Supercardioid Condenser Capsule, and Cinela Windshield (Matte Gray) includes the amplifier, the MK 41 capsule, and a windshield.

Q: 8. Does this require phantom power from the hot shoe or not require any power and can go in cold shoe extension?

A: This mic requires Plug-in Power from either a camera, recorder, or smartphone over the trs or trrs mic input connection.

Q: 9. Will it work with the Canon Rebel T7?

A: No, the BOYA BY-MM1 Mini Cardioid Condenser Microphone is not compatible for use with the Canon EOS Rebel T7 DSLR Camera because the camera does not have an input to connect an external microphone. You would need to connect the BOYA mic to a separate audio recorder.

Q: 10. Will this connect directly into my Mac or do I need some sort of converter?

A: You will need an audio interface or audio mixer to provide power to the microphone as well as an XLR cable to connect the mic to one of those devices. The audio interface or audio mixer can then be connected to your computer and be recognized as an audio device.