Schoeps Mono Set MK 41

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Schoeps Mono Set MK 41 - CMC 1 U

Schoeps

Mono Set MK 41 - CMC 1 U

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Product Info

Article Number: 492878
Brand: Schoeps
Model: Mono Set MK 41 - CMC 1 U
Price: $1,787.50

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This Schoeps MK 41/CMC 1 U combo is a serious mic for capturing acoustic instruments and vocals with incredible clarity. The CMC 1 U’s preamp is a huge part of what makes this set so special – it’s clean, powerful, and adds a touch of polish. It’s perfect for engineers and producers seeking a reference-grade microphone for critical recording applications.

Product Description

  • Schoeps Mono Set MK 41 - CMC 1 U
  • Microphone Set
  • Consistsof 1x SCHOEPS CMC 1 U
  • microphone amplifier and 1x MK 41 capsule
  • Polar pattern: Supercardioid
  • Frequency range: 40 - 20.000 Hz
  • Sensitivity: 13mV/Pa
  • Max. sound pressure level: 135 dB
  • Signal-to-noise : 80dB-A
  • Colour: Grey
  • Includes 1x SG20 microphone clip
  • 1x B5D windscreen and 1x cable tie in an elegant wooden case
PROS
  • • Exceptional transient response captures subtle details flawlessly
  • • CMC 1 U preamp delivers pristine, low-noise amplification
  • • MK 41 capsule offers a remarkably natural, uncolored sound
  • • Robust Schoeps build quality ensures decades of reliable use
CONS
  • • Supercardioid pattern limits versatility in less controlled environments
  • • Premium-priced, a significant investment for most users
  • • MK 41's smaller diaphragm isn't ideal for extremely low frequencies

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Key Features

Mic Type Small Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
Polar Pattern Supercardioid
Frequency Range 40 - 20000 Hz
Max SPL 135 dB
Sensitivity 13 mV/Pa
Connector XLR
Weight 240 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The MK 41 offers a more natural, less hyped sound than the KM 184, with a slightly more detailed transient response, but lacks the KM 184's broader pattern options.
Absolutely. It provides a significantly lower noise floor and a more transparent gain stage compared to many other preamps in its class, preserving the microphone's delicate nuances.
It shines on acoustic guitars, pianos, drum overheads, and vocals, where its accuracy and low noise floor are particularly valuable.

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