Schoeps CCM 8 K

Schoeps CCM 8 K

The Schoeps CCM 8 K is a high-quality, compact microphone with a bidirectional (figure-8) polar pattern, designed for applications such as MS-stereo and Blumlein stereo techniques.

Key Features

• Bidirectional Polar Pattern: The microphone features a figure-8 pattern, capturing sound from the front and rear while rejecting sound from the sides.
• Consistent Directionality: The directionality is almost independent of frequency, resulting in natural and accurate sound capture.
• Permanently Attached Cable with XLR Connector: The microphone is equipped with a fixed 5-meter cable with an XLR-3M connector, ensuring a reliable and durable connection.

Specifications

• Frequency Response: 40 Hz – 15 kHz
• Sensitivity: -38.5 dB (V/Pa)
• Maximum SPL (THD < 0.5%): 136 dB SPL (P48); 128 dB SPL (P12)
• Equivalent Noise Level (A-weighted): 14 dB-A
• Output Impedance: 90 Ω at 1 kHz
• Recommended Load Impedance: 2 kΩ
• Power Supply: P48 (48V phantom power) or P12 (12V phantom power)
• Current Consumption: 4 mA (P48); 3.6 mA (P12)
• Dimensions: Length: 58 mm; Diameter: 20 mm
• Weight: 43 g
• Surface Finish: Matte grey

Applications

The CCM 8 K is ideal for scenarios requiring highly focused sound capture, including:

• MS-stereo: Perfect for recording the S-channel in MS stereo technique.
• Blumlein stereo: Suitable for recording stereo images with two microphones placed at a 90-degree angle.
• Film and Video Recordings: Ideal for discreet placement on film sets or in orchestra pits, where focused and isolated sound capture is essential.
• Music Recordings: Suitable for capturing specific instruments or voices within an ensemble, where accurate sound isolation is required.
• Theater Productions: Ideal for isolating sounds from specific actors or sound sources, even in dynamic and complex sound environments.