SCHOEPS CMH

Product overview

The SCHOEPS CMH is a wired handheld or soloist's condenser microphone for voice and vocals, with particular immunity to plosive noise ("popping") and handling noise.

Because of its well-balanced frequency response, the CMH is also suitable for speech pickup, including in the studio. Its directionality and low-frequency rolloff reduce the risk of feedback. Using the microphone at short distances increases the proportion of direct sound and balances the built-in low-frequency rolloff with proximity effect.

The popping effect on spoken consonants is substantially reduced by the built-in pop filter, and reduced even further by the low-frequency rolloff of the microphone. The CMH is available in two versions: the CMH 64 with a cardioid capsule and the CMH 641 with a supercardioid capsule. Since 2024 the housing has a unitary anthracite-grey surface treatment that is more elegant and more resistant to scratches and wear.

Key features

• Cardioid (CMH 64) or supercardioid (CMH 641) pickup pattern
• Built-in protection from plosive sounds and handling noise
• Well-balanced frequency response, also suitable for speech in the studio
• Low cut filter 60 Hz, 12 dB/oct., reduces popping and the risk of feedback
• Proximity effect balances the low-frequency rolloff at short distances
• SCHOEPS RFI shield; cable runs of more than 400 m
• P48 and P12 phantom powering, XLR-3M analog output
• Aluminium outer capsule shell, anthracite-grey housing

Made for

• Handheld vocals and soloists on stage
• Speech pickup, also in the studio
• Live sound where feedback must be avoided
• Presenters and speakers

In the box

• CMH microphone (CMH 64 or CMH 641)
• SGH stand clamp for CMH
• PS 4 foam hygiene guard for CMH

SCHOEPS CMH: frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the CMH 64 and the CMH 641?

The CMH 64 has a cardioid capsule (40 Hz - 18 kHz) and the CMH 641 a supercardioid capsule (40 Hz - 19 kHz). Otherwise the two versions are identical, apart from small differences in sensitivity, noise and maximum SPL.

How does the CMH handle popping?

A built-in pop filter substantially reduces popping on spoken consonants, and the low-frequency rolloff reduces it further. The included PS 4 foam guard adds hygiene protection.

Can the CMH be used for speech?

Yes. Its well-balanced frequency response makes it suitable for speech pickup, also in the studio.

How is the CMH powered?

It runs on P48 phantom power (more than 20 V, 4 mA) or P12 (more than 10 V, 8 mA) and has an analog XLR-3M output.

Can it be mounted on a stand?

Yes. The SGH stand clamp for the CMH is included.

Where can I buy the SCHOEPS CMH in India?

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

Workflow 1: Lead vocals on stage

Singers and live sound engineers.

Connections

Setup

1. Switch on P48 at the console channel.
2. Sing close to the microphone to balance the low-frequency rolloff.
3. Set the gain and monitor level.

Tip: Directionality and the low cut help reduce the risk of feedback.

Workflow 2: Loud stage with monitors

Live engineers who need more rejection from the side.

Connections

Setup

1. Choose the supercardioid CMH 641.
2. Place the monitors where the microphone is least sensitive.
3. Raise the monitor level carefully.

Tip: Short distances increase the proportion of direct sound.

Workflow 3: Speech in the studio

Voice-over, radio and podcast producers.

Connections

Setup

1. Mount the CMH in the SGH stand clamp.
2. Place the speaker at a short, steady distance.
3. Set the gain for speech.

Tip: The built-in pop filter keeps plosives under control without extra screens.

Workflow 4: Presenter and moderator

Event technicians covering speeches and moderation.

Connections

Setup

1. Hand the microphone to the presenter.
2. Ask for the microphone to be held close to the mouth.
3. Check the level during a sound check.

Tip: Built-in protection keeps handling noise low.

Workflow 5: Shared microphone

Venues, schools and rental users.

Connections

Setup

1. Fit the PS 4 foam hygiene guard.
2. Replace or clean it between users as needed.
3. Use the microphone as usual.

Tip: The PS 4 is included with the CMH.

Workflow 6: Long cable runs

Installers with distant stage boxes.

Connections

Setup

1. Use a high-quality shielded cable.
2. Run the cable away from power cables.
3. Power the microphone with P48.

Tip: The CMH supports cable lengths of more than 400 m and has the SCHOEPS RFI shield.