SCHOEPS CCM 4

Product overview

The SCHOEPS CCM 4 is a classic cardioid compact microphone and the best-selling SCHOEPS compact microphone, suitable for the widest range of applications as a spot microphone or in coincident, ORTF and M/S stereo arrangements.

It offers the highest sound quality, a flat frequency response, optimal rejection of rear-incident sound and a directional pattern that remains constant throughout the audio frequency range. In the diffuse sound field it shows only a mild rise around 10 kHz, so the sonic impression is free of coloration whether sound arrives from the front, from the sides or as reverberation in the room.

As is typical of a classic cardioid, the attenuation is 6 dB at 90° and reaches 20 to 30 dB at 180°. Diffuse sound is 4.8 dB lower than frontal sound, a value corresponding to the directivity index: the higher it is, the less room sound is picked up and the lower the risk of acoustic feedback. The CCM 4 reaches the same balance of diffuse and direct sound from 1.7 times the distance of a pure pressure transducer with the same sensitivity.

Key features

• Classic cardioid, the best-selling SCHOEPS compact microphone
• Consistent directionality throughout the frequency range
• Flat frequency response, only a mild rise around 10 kHz in the diffuse field
• 6 dB attenuation at 90°, 20 to 30 dB at 180°
• Diffuse sound 4.8 dB lower than frontal sound
• Same diffuse-to-direct balance from 1.7 times the distance of an omni
• Capsule identical to the MK 4 of the Colette series

Practice

The CCM 4 is suitable for recording both speech and music. It is used equally often as a spot or studio microphone or as part of a stereo array: the ORTF technique is realised with two CCM 4 on the STC bar, a CCM 4 makes an excellent mid microphone in an M/S arrangement, and two CCM 4 form an XY stereo pair. This microphone type is exceptionally universal and the one most often used.

Made for

• Singing and speaking voices
• Most instruments, as spot or studio microphone
• ORTF, XY and M/S stereo
• Speech in churches, halls and conferences

In the box

• CCM 4 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 4: frequently asked questions

What is the CCM 4 used for?

Speech and music: as a spot or studio microphone, for singing and speaking voices and most instruments, and in XY, ORTF and M/S stereo arrangements. It is the most universal SCHOEPS compact microphone.

How much rear sound does it reject?

As a classic cardioid it attenuates sound by 6 dB at 90° and by 20 to 30 dB at 180°, and diffuse sound is 4.8 dB lower than frontal sound.

Which accessories suit the CCM 4?

SCHOEPS recommends the STC ORTF mounting bar, the TR L and TSR L desk stands, the RL extension tube and the B 5 D and B 1 D hollow foam pop shields for 20 mm.

What is the difference between the CCM 4 L and the CCM 4 K?

The CCM 4 L is the standard version with a Lemo connector; the CCM 4 K has a permanently attached 5 m cable with an XLR-3M connector. Both carry the same capsule and electronics.

Is the CCM 4 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 4 capsule. This allows the capsule to be exchanged and has advantages in terms of electrical properties with digital wireless transmitters.

Where can I buy the SCHOEPS CCM 4 in India?

The SCHOEPS CCM 4 is available from Shivansh Electronics, Kolkata, West Bengal, India, with delivery across India.

Workflow 1: ORTF stereo pair

Engineers recording ensembles, choirs and soloists in stereo.

Connections

Setup

1. Mount two CCM 4 on the STC bar in the ORTF arrangement.
2. Place the bar in front of the source on a stand.
3. Set both preamps to the same gain.

Tip: Matched pairs with certificate (No. 191701) tighten the already close tolerances.

Workflow 2: Spot microphone for instruments

Engineers covering soloists and sections.

Connections

Setup

1. Fit the CCM 4 in the SGC mount on a stand.
2. Aim it at the instrument, with the rear facing unwanted sources.
3. Switch on P48 and set the gain.

Tip: Sound from the side is lower in level but not coloured, so spots blend well.

Workflow 3: Mid microphone in M/S stereo

Recordists who want adjustable stereo width.

Connections

Setup

1. Aim the CCM 4 at the centre of the source.
2. Place the figure-eight side microphone directly above or beneath it.
3. Decode M/S to left and right in the mix.

Tip: SCHOEPS names the CCM 4 an excellent mid microphone for M/S.

Workflow 4: XY coincident pair

Engineers who need a mono-compatible stereo pair.

Connections

Setup

1. Mount the two capsules as close together as possible, angled left and right.
2. Aim the pair at the centre of the source.
3. Match the gains.

Tip: The constant pattern of the CCM 4 gives stable stereo imaging.

Workflow 5: Speech at a desk or lectern

Installers and engineers for speech in rooms and churches.

Connections

Setup

1. Fit the CCM 4 on the desk stand or extension tube.
2. Aim it at the talker.
3. Add a B 5 D or B 1 D pop shield for close speech.

Tip: Diffuse sound 4.8 dB lower than frontal sound lowers the risk of feedback.

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 4.
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.