SCHOEPS CCM 2

Product overview

The SCHOEPS CCM 2 is an omnidirectional compact microphone with a linear frequency response for the direct sound field, made for close pickup of singers and instruments.

As its frequency response curve shows, the CCM 2 is flat for sound arriving from the front. This yields a very natural sound quality when the sound picked up is predominantly direct, that is close to the source or in a dry acoustic. Placed in close proximity to the source, its sonic impression never becomes overly brilliant or harsh.

The CCM series packs the SCHOEPS capsule and microphone amplifier into one compact 20 mm body. The capsule part has been identical to the MK capsules since the CCM was launched in 1994 with a hybrid technology circuit. The CCM 2 is available as the CCM 2 L with a Lemo connector or as the CCM 2 K with a permanently attached 5 m cable and XLR-3M connector, and it runs on P48 or P12 phantom power.

Key features

• Omnidirectional compact microphone
• Linear frequency response, corrected for the direct sound field
• For use close to the sound source, with frontal sound incidence
• Never overly brilliant or harsh at close range
• Capsule identical to the MK 2 of the Colette series
• Lemo (L) or fixed-cable XLR-3M (K) versions
• Matched pairs with certificate available

Practice

The CCM 2 is meant to be placed close to the sound source. Due to the physics of sound there is some directivity at high frequencies, so even with an omnidirectional microphone it still matters which way the capsule is aimed.

Made for

• Close pickup of singers
• Close pickup of acoustic instruments
• Recording in dry acoustics
• Compact, discreet placement on stands and in tight spaces

In the box

• CCM 2 compact microphone (L or K version)
• K 5 LU standard cable for CCM
• SGC miniature stand mount with swivel
• A microphone input with P48 or P12 phantom power is needed

SCHOEPS CCM 2: frequently asked questions

What is the CCM 2 best used for?

It is made for close pickup of singers and instruments, with sound arriving from the front. Its flat response for direct sound gives a very natural result close to the source or in a dry acoustic.

Does it matter how an omni is aimed?

Yes. Due to the physics of sound the CCM 2 has some directivity at high frequencies, so it is best aimed at the source.

What is the difference between the CCM 2 L and the CCM 2 K?

The CCM 2 L is the standard version with a Lemo connector; the CCM 2 K has a permanently attached 5 m cable with an XLR-3M connector. Both carry the same capsule and electronics.

Is the CCM 2 also available as a modular microphone?

Yes. It can be ordered as a modular Colette microphone, with the CMC 1 L amplifier and the MK 2 capsule. This allows the capsule to be exchanged and has advantages in terms of electrical properties with digital wireless transmitters.

How is the CCM 2 powered?

The CCM 2 runs on P48 phantom power (4 mA) or P12 (3.6 mA). Its output drives cables of more than 400 m, and a 20 Hz low cut filter (12 dB/oct.) is built in.

Where can I buy the SCHOEPS CCM 2 in India?

The SCHOEPS CCM 2 is available from Shivansh Electronics, Kolkata, West Bengal, India, with delivery across India.

Workflow 1: Close vocal pickup

Studio and live engineers recording singers.

Connections

Setup

1. Fit the CCM 2 in the SGC mount on a stand.
2. Place it close to the singer, aimed at the mouth.
3. Add a B 5 foam pop screen for close vocals.
4. Switch on P48 and set the gain.

Tip: The sound stays natural and never overly brilliant at close range.

Workflow 2: Close miking of instruments

Engineers recording acoustic instruments.

Connections

Setup

1. Position the microphone close to the instrument.
2. Aim the capsule at the part of the instrument you want to hear most.
3. Set the gain for the loudest passage.

Tip: Even an omni has some directivity at high frequencies, so aiming changes the brightness.

Workflow 3: Recording in a dry room

Recordists working in damped studios or small rooms.

Connections

Setup

1. Place the CCM 2 where direct sound dominates.
2. Keep the source on the front axis.
3. Record without extra correction.

Tip: Flat for frontal sound, the CCM 2 gives a very natural result where sound is mainly direct.

Workflow 4: Fixed-cable installation with the K version

Installers and engineers who need a ready-cabled microphone.

Connections

Setup

1. Order the CCM 2 K with its permanently attached 5 m cable.
2. Route the cable and plug the XLR-3M into the input.
3. Switch on P48 or P12 phantom power.

Tip: No separate microphone cable is needed for the first 5 m.

Workflow 5: Matched pair for stereo

Engineers recording close stereo pairs.

Connections

Setup

1. Order a matched pair with certificate (No. 191701).
2. Place both microphones symmetrically close to the source.
3. Set both preamps to the same gain.

Tip: Production tolerances are already very close; matched pairs tighten them further.

Workflow 6: Modular option with an exchangeable capsule

Users who want to swap capsules or work with digital wireless transmitters.

Connections

Setup

1. Choose the modular Colette version: CMC 1 L + MK 2.
2. Screw the capsule onto the amplifier.
3. Change capsules when the job needs another pattern.

Tip: The modular version has advantages in electrical properties with digital wireless transmitters.