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Schoeps MK 5 Cardioid/Omni Capsule

Name: Schoeps MK 5 Cardioid/Omni Capsule
Brand: Schoeps Microphones
SKU: 598
Price: 1520.00 USD
Availability: BackOrder

Switchable two-pattern omni and cardioid, with a slight HF emphasis.

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All capsules are available in matched pairs with official Schoeps documentation. For matched pairs multiply the cost of the microphone exactly by two and then add $50 for the matching fee! The amplifier bodies are available in sequentially serial numbered pairs at no additional charge. Any Schoeps product not found on our webpage can be purchased through Sound Pure. Please call and talk to one of our staff members to inquire about the price and availability! Additionally, contact us for more information regarding personalized laser engraving on your Schoeps microphones.

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From Schoeps Microphones

Overview

omni and cardioid patterns, mechanically switchable
slight emphasis of the high frequencies
broad range of applications
preferred uses similar to those of the MK 2 or MK 2S and the MK 4:
in the cardioid setting: for use with singing or speaking voices or most instruments, as a spot microphone, and for stereo recording with coincident, ORTF or M/S microphone arrangements
in the omni setting: for recording instruments, singers, etc. at relatively close range

The MK 5 offers two selectable directional patterns, but uses only one membrane – a no-compromise approach. The fact that full response is maintained to the highest audible frequencies is unusual for a switchable-pattern microphone.

In its omnidirectional setting the MK 5 is a true pressure transducer with smooth, extended low-frequency response, low sensitivity to most wind and breath noise, handling noise or mechanical vibration, and no proximity effect.

Unlike conventional, dual-diaphragm multi-pattern microphones, its cardioid setting retains its full directionality even at very low frequencies. The benefits of this design in purity and clarity of sound are immediately audible.

The MK 5 has a slight high-frequency emphasis as compared with the corresponding single-pattern omni (MK 2) and cardioid (MK 4).

The MK 5 is nearly an all-purpose capsule. It is what we recommend for those starting out with the Colette series, unless particular circumstances (such as the need for greater directivity or a bidirectional pattern) would indicate a different choice.

(Please note: The pattern selector should be definitely set to one position or the other; in-between settings will yield undefined results.)

MK 5 - omni

Frequency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sensitivity: 10 mV/Pa
Equivalent noise level (A-weighted): 14 dB-A
Equivalent noise level (CCIR): 26 dB
Signal-to-noise ratio (A-weighted): 80 dB-A
Maximum sound pressure level at 0.5% THD: 133 dB-SPL

MK 5 - cardioid

Frequency range: 40 Hz - 20 kHz
Sensitivity: 13 mV/Pa
Equivalent noise level (A-weighted): 15 dB-A
Equivalent noise level (CCIR): 24 dB
Signal-to-noise ratio (A-weighted): 79 dB-A
Maximum sound pressure level at 0.5% THD: 132 dB-SPL

Mechanical specifications

Length: 27 mm
Diameter: 20 mm
Weight: 25 g
Surface finish: matte gray (g) or nickel (ni)

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