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From Schoeps Microphones

The V4 U is a studio vocal microphone that unites the outstanding technical characteristics typical of Schoeps with a timeless, classic design. The “look” of the V4 U is based on the Schoeps CM 51/3 microphone from 1951. But the V4 U is a thoroughly modern studio microphone. Its capsule, circuitry and mechanical construction are the result of extensive new development. It produces a warm, clear sonic character with smoothly rolled-off diffuse-field response. The V4’s newly designed electronics offer a very high maximum sound pressure level and excellent electromagnetic compatibility.

A unique 33 mm beveled collar around the diaphragm causes its directivity to increase steadily and smoothly at high frequencies, as in a large-diaphragm microphone. Meanwhile, the superior acoustic qualities of a small-diaphragm capsule are maintained. The capsule is elastically suspended internally to reduce handling noise and other solid-borne sound. The head can be angled +/- 20°. 

Available in either BLUE or GRAY finish.

Features

• Optimal on-axis frequency response featuring a mild high-frequency lift
• Very smooth polar response - carefully controlled narrowing of the pattern at HF
• Diffuse-field response parallel to the 0° response with a gentle roll-off at high frequencies
• No irregularities in polar response occur at any frequency
• Directional pattern is never broader than Cardioid at any frequency
• Maximum sound pressure level of 145 dB SPL, Maximum output level = 5 V
• Output stage: Newly-developed bridge-type balanced output circuit 
• Truly symmetrical balanced output, Transformerless and without capacitors
• Low output impedance that is frequency independent
• Optimal protection from electromagnetic interference
• +48V phantom power via XLR-3
V4 U
Directional pattern Cardioid
Frequency range 50 Hz - 22 kHz
Sensitivity 16 mV/Pa
Equivalent noise level (A-weighted) 15 dB-A
Equivalent noise level (CCIR) 25 dB
Signal-to-noise ratio (A-weighted) 79 dB-A
Maximum sound pressure level at 0.5% THD 144 dB-SPL
Maximum output voltage 4.8 V
Low-cut frequency 40 Hz
Powering voltage 48 V
Current consumption 3.3 mA
Length 194 mm
Weight 302 g
Diameter (cylinder) 34 mm
Width of the capsule head 45 mm
Head swivel degree span +/- 20 °

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