Schoeps CCM 2S U Compact Microphone, omni, permanently attached cable, incl. SGC and premium case
Schoeps CCM 2S U Compact Microphone, omni, permanently attached cable, incl. SGC and premium case
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.
The frequency response characteristic of the CCM 2S falls between that of the CCM 2 and the CCM 3, making this microphone suitable for a wide range of applications.
- omnidirectional pattern
- slight high-frequency rise to compensate for losses at moderate recording distances
- for a very wide range of recording applications
- often preferred for “spaced microphone” stereo pickup and “Decca Tree” arrangements
Although our normal production tolerances are very close, we can deliver specially matched compact microphone pairs for a small extra charge.
Application
The CCM 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
| All CCMs | |
|---|---|
| Current consumption with 12 V | 8 mA |
| Current consumption with 48 V | 4 mA |
| Impedance | 90 Ω |
| Minimum recommended load impedance | 600 Ω |
| Low-cut frequency | 20 Hz |
| Length (L version) | without connector: 46 – 58 mm |
| Length (U version) | 46 – 58 mm |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Weight (U-version) | 33 g |
| Weight (L-version) | 43 g |
| Surface finish | matte gray |
For further specifications see those of the corresponding capsule:
| MK 2S | |
|---|---|
| Frequency range | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Sensitivity | 12 mV/Pa |
| Equivalent noise level (A-weighted) | 12 dB-A |
| Equivalent noise level (CCIR) | 24 dB |
| Signal-to-noise ratio (A-weighted) | 82 dB-A |
| Maximum sound pressure level at 0.5% THD | 132 dB-SPL |
Graphics

Bottom: frequency response MK 2S + CMC 6 xt
Downloads
| User guide | ||
|---|---|---|
| CCM _ Compact Condenser Microphones |
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Download (pdf, 4.2 MByte) |
| Press Articles | ||
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| Berliner Philharmonie "Orchester aus der digitalen Kiste - Digital Concert Hall" pma, Januar 2013. |
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Download (pdf, 1.86 MByte) |

