SCHOEPS CMC 1 KV

Product overview

The SCHOEPS CMC 1 KV is the version of the small Colette microphone amplifier CMC 1 with a fixed, laterally attached cable and a magnetic back, for easy mounting with the included magnetic accessories.

The CMC 1 KV is identical to the CMC 1 U, but instead of the built-in XLR connector it has a fixed cable coming out of the side, and unlike the CMC 1 K its cable leaves at the side instead of the front. It is a fully-fledged alternative to the well-known CMC 6 and compatible with all existing MK capsules and active Colette accessories, for example the CUT 60 or RC.

The CMC 1 KV is particularly suitable as a plant microphone in film sound and for every recording in which the microphone needs to be discreetly hidden. With the supplied magnetic accessories it mounts easily on many surfaces, such as door frames, steel beams, windows and table tops. The standard version has a 2 m cable with XLR-3M; two 0.5 m versions with a 3-pin Lemo plug work with pocket transmitters that provide P48 or P12.

Key features

• Version of the CMC 1 with a fixed, laterally attached cable
• Magnetic back for easy mounting with the included magnetic accessories
• Fully-fledged alternative to the CMC 6, compatible with all MK capsules and active Colette accessories, e.g. CUT 60 or RC
• Standard: 2 m cable with XLR-3M connector
• 0.5 m versions with 3-pin Lemo for pocket transmitters with P48 or P12
• Special versions with any cable length
• SCHOEPS RFI Shield; 135 dB-SPL with the MK 4, only 2 mA at P48
• Magnetic angle pieces 30° and 45°, disc magnet, self-adhesive magnetic pad, suction cup with magnet and SG 20 stand clamp included

Made for

• Plant microphones in film sound
• Every recording where the microphone needs to be discreetly hidden
• Mounting on door frames, steel beams, windows and table tops
• Pocket transmitters with P48 or P12 powering

In the box

• CMC 1 KV microphone amplifier with XLR or 3-pin Lemo output, depending on the version
• No. 161116 magnetic angle piece 30°
• No. 161117 magnetic angle piece 45°
• No. 302034 disc magnet 20 mm
• No. 302033 self-adhesive magnetic pad, 5 cm, black
• No. 302039 suction cup with magnet
• No. 161105 SG 20 stand clamp
• An MK capsule of the Colette system is needed, available separately

SCHOEPS CMC 1 KV: frequently asked questions

How does the CMC 1 KV differ from the CMC 1 K?

Both have a fixed cable. On the CMC 1 KV the cable leaves the side of the housing instead of the front, and the KV has a magnetic back for mounting with the included magnetic accessories.

How is it mounted?

With the supplied magnetic accessories: angle pieces of 30° and 45°, a 20 mm disc magnet, a self-adhesive magnetic pad and a suction cup with magnet. They hold the microphone on door frames, steel beams, windows, table tops and many other surfaces. An SG 20 stand clamp is also included.

Which cable versions are available?

No. 132018 with a 2 m cable and XLR-3M (standard), and No. 132019 and No. 132020 with a 0.5 m cable and 3-pin Lemo for two types of pocket transmitter. Special versions with any cable length are available; specified lengths may vary by up to 5 %.

Can the magnetic accessories be ordered separately?

Yes. All the included accessories can also be ordered as spare parts.

Which capsules fit?

All existing MK capsules, for example the MK 2, MK 21, MK 22, MK 4, MK 41 and MK 8, and active Colette accessories such as the CUT 60 or RC.

Where can I buy the SCHOEPS CMC 1 KV in India?

The SCHOEPS CMC 1 KV is available from Shivansh Electronics, Kolkata, West Bengal, India, with delivery across India.

Workflow 1: Plant microphone on a door frame

Production sound mixers hiding microphones in the set.

Connections

Setup

1. Screw the MK capsule onto the CMC 1 KV.
2. Fix an angle piece to the door frame and let the magnetic back snap on.
3. Aim the capsule at the action and route the side cable along the frame.
4. Switch on phantom power and set the gain.

Tip: The side cable keeps the microphone flat against the surface.

Workflow 2: On a window

Recordists who need a hidden microphone on glass.

Connections

Setup

1. Stick the magnetic pad or press the suction cup with magnet onto the glass.
2. Attach the microphone, with an angle piece if needed.
3. Check the aim and the level.

Tip: All magnetic accessories are in the box and can be reordered as spare parts.

Workflow 3: Under a table top or beam

Sound mixers placing microphones out of sight.

Connections

Setup

1. Fix the disc magnet where the microphone should sit.
2. Attach the CMC 1 KV by its magnetic back.
3. Route the cable away from the shot.

Tip: Steel beams hold the magnetic back directly.

Workflow 4: On a pocket transmitter

Sound recordists using radio links.

Connections

Setup

1. Choose the Lemo version that matches the transmitter type.
2. Plug in and switch on phantom power at the transmitter.
3. Mount microphone and transmitter with the magnetic accessories.

Tip: Power consumption is lower at 12 V, an advantage for battery-powered operation.

Workflow 5: On a stand

Users who also need a conventional mounting.

Connections

Setup

1. Fit the microphone into the included SG 20 clamp.
2. Mount the clamp on a stand.
3. Connect and set the gain.

Tip: The SG 20 stand clamp is part of the delivery.

Workflow 6: With active Colette accessories

Users who need a low cut or a remote capsule.

Connections

Setup

1. Place the CUT 60 or an RC tube between capsule and amplifier.
2. Connect as usual.
3. Set the gain.

Tip: All active Colette accessories are compatible with the CMC 1 KV.