Sanken CS-M1

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Sanken CS-M1

Sanken

CS-M1

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 478365
Brand: Sanken
Model: CS-M1
Price: $852.50

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The Sanken CS-M1 is a seriously impressive little mic. Its supercardioid pickup is incredibly focused, making it a dream for on-camera work or situations where you need to isolate a sound source. It's a premium-priced tool, but the clarity and rejection of unwanted noise are worth it for film and broadcast professionals.

Product Description

  • Sanken CS-M1
  • Shotgun Microphone
  • Very short design
  • Perfect for use with a camcorder – or on a fishing rod in confined situations
  • Very sharp polar pattern in a very short tube of only 103 mm in length
  • Electret condenser
  • Polar pattern: Supercardioid
  • Frequency range: 70 - 20
  • 000 Hz
  • Sensitivity (nominal at 1 kHz): 79 V/P (-22 dB
  • 0 dB=1 V/Pa)
  • Equivalent noise level: 16 dB-A
  • Max. sound pressure level: 137 dB
  • Output impedance: 140 Ohm
  • Power supply: Phantom +48 V +/-4 V
  • Power consumption: 4 mA
  • XLR 3m connector
  • Diameter: 19 mm
  • Weight: 55 g
  • Finish: Matte black
PROS
  • • Remarkably tight supercardioid pattern minimizes off-axis noise.
  • • Electret condenser delivers a clean, detailed sound signature.
  • • Extremely compact form factor excels in tight spaces.
  • • Lightweight design reduces boom stress and handling noise.
CONS
  • • Limited polar pattern selection restricts versatility.
  • • Higher output impedance may require a preamp with sufficient gain.
  • • Matte black finish can be susceptible to scratches and wear.

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Key Features

Mic Type Electret Condenser
Polar Pattern Supercardioid
Frequency Range 70 - 20,000 Hz
Max SPL 137 dB
Sensitivity 79 V/P
Connector XLR
Weight 55 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Sanken offers slightly better off-axis rejection and a cleaner sound, but the Rode is often more affordable and widely available.
It’s best paired with a preamp that provides sufficient gain and impedance matching to avoid signal loss or noise.
Standard 3/8’ thread adapters and lightweight boom poles work well; be mindful of the mic's weight to avoid instability.

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