Aimed at discerning musicians and engineers, concert venues, equipment rental houses, and event-production companies, the Neumann MCM 114 SET BASS Cardioid Miniature Clip Mic (MCM) System is a pro-grade instrument microphone configured for close miking a double bass. Elevating electret technology to Neumann standards, it delivers a staggering 153 dB maximum SPL to capture the details of both loud and very soft instruments without adding distortion or self-noise. The mic securely clips onto your instrument and works for wired and wireless applications with connectivity that supports traditional XLR mic preamps for recording in the studio and wireless transmitters for performing live on stage.

The MCM 114 SET BASS system includes a KK 14 cardioid capsule head, flexible 6" gooseneck, and MC 3 clip for mounting the gooseneck on the instrument. There is also an AC 31 cable with 3.5mm locking connectors for connecting the capsule to either the included MCM 100 48V phantom-powered XLR output-stage module or to the locking mini-jack input found on many Sennheiser wireless transmitters. The system's modular construction is designed to ensure a long service life that lasts for years. Manually assembled in Germany to align with Neumann's high standards, the MCM delivers first-rate tonal consistency plus that Neumann aesthetics and handling.

Wired or Wireless Miniature Close Miking    Use to Capture Double Bass    KK 14 Capsule Head    MCM 100 Output Stage with XLR    SH 150 Flexible Gooseneck    Clip for Double Bass    3.5mm Cable for Wireless Transmitter    Cardioid, Electret Condenser Mic    153 dB Max SPL    Foam Windscreen

The MCM system is based around the KK 14 miniature capsule head, a 12mm diameter (small-diaphragm) electret-condenser element that delivers a truly natural, neutral, and reliable sound—even in challenging technical or acoustic situations.

The capsule features a cardioid polar pattern that helps minimize the pickup of bleed from other instruments or stage noise, while allowing greater gain before feedback. Capable of handling an extremely high 153 dB maximum SPL with an ultrawide 130 dB dynamic range, the KK 14 is ideal for close-miking virtually any instrument from bombastic drums to delicate strings.

The 6" MCM's gooseneck securely hold the detachable KK 14 capsule using a connector that allows for rotation without twisting the cable. Its flexible design enables quick and accurate positioning of the mic for optimal sound capture. The built-in elastic suspension bracket is made of sophisticated plastic for excellent absorption of structure-born noise.

The MCM 114 SET BASS comes with an MC 3 clip to reliably mount the MCM's gooseneck on the strings of a double bass below the bridge. The clip is easy to use and designed to prevent damage to sensitive surfaces on the instrument. The MC 4 clip is also available separately for mounting the gooseneck on the rib/body of your double bass.

Because it uses electret-condenser technology, the MCM can run on either +48V phantom power from a traditional mic preamp or plug-in power from a compatible wireless transmitter.

With its locking 3.5mm termination, the 6' AC 31 cable can be used to connect the KK 14 to the MCM 100 output stage module  for plugging the mic into a mixing board via XLR. The AC 31 cable can also be used to connect the capsule to a wireless transmitter with Sennheiser-compatible mic-input jack.

Neumann offers three more cables to work with other popular wireless transmitters including Lectrosonics, Shure, Zaxcom, Wisycom, and others.

• AC 32 cable with LEMO 3-pin connector
• AC 33 cable with Microdot connector
• AC 34 cable with 4-pin mini-XLR connector

The MCM is a rugged modular system. Neumann assembles the KK 14 capsule by hand and encapsulates it in a lightweight titanium housing. The gooseneck and all the other components are easily replaceable, ensuring long service life for live and stage performances.

Neumann offers a comprehensive line-up of instrument-specific magnetic, clip-on, clamp, or strap mounting solutions, allowing you to customize your system for use with a wide variety of instruments.

• MC 1: Clip to mount the gooseneck on the body of a violin, viola, mandolin, and similar instruments
• MC 2: Clip to mount the gooseneck on the strings of a cello below the bridge
• MC 4: Clip to mount the gooseneck on the rib/body of a double bass or similar instrument
• MC 5: Universal strap clip to mount the gooseneck on an oboe, clarinet, recorder, bassoon, flute, or harp
• MC 6: Universal clamp to mount the gooseneck on the bell of a trumpet, trombone, saxophone, French horn, or on a percussion instruments or pole stand
• MC 7: Clip to mount the gooseneck on the rim of a snare, tom, stand tom, or timpani
• MC 8: Magnetic clip to mount the gooeseneck in an upright piano or grand piano
• MC 9: Clip to mount the gooseneck to the body of a guitar, ukulele, dobro, acoustic bass, or cello

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can I send LINE level out of this unit, I am using a Pioneer mixer and the two mic ports will be taken up by other mics?

A: The Sennheiser AVX EKP receiver outputs -30 dBu - 0 dBu. But line level is +4 dBu. So this receiver will not output line level. BH #ROMX310 is a solution that can add up to 3 more microphones to 1 microphone input.

Q: 2. is the mic in ERP, DRP or other reference position?

A: The KU 100 is not in ERP or DRP. The KU 100 dummy head is a binaural stereo microphone. It resembles the human head and has two microphone capsules built into the ears. When listening through high-quality headphones it gives the illusion of being right at the scene of the acoustic events.

Q: 3. Can you plug the receiver into any XLR input meaning directly to a active speaker or is it designed for camera use only?

A: The XLR receiver for the Sennheiser AVX-835 SET Digital Camera-Mount Wireless Cardioid Handheld Microphone System can be connected to any XLR mic input. It can be connected to an active speaker, mixer, recorder, USB audio interface, camera, etc., basically, any input where you would connect a wired mic or wireless mic system.

Q: 4. Will the SWXRDM1BLM7 work with powered OC speakers?

A: Hello, Thank you for contacting Samson Technologies. The receiver for the XPDm allows for connections into mixers/PA's that have either an 1/8 inch, 1/4 inch or XLR input. If your speakers have these connection inputs, this system will work for you! If you have any other questions or inquiries, please let me know at any time. Best Regards, James (Product Specialist)

Q: 5. Hi There, can you please provide a recommendation for a foam windscreen that would fit this microphone please? (Thank you in advance. Your help is greatly appreciated).

A: B&H # SEMZW1

Q: 6. Would the handheld microphone be sufficient in recording musical performances?

A: Yes, it is. This system features the Sennheiser E835 capsule, which is a good quality vocal microphone.

Q: 7. Will this work with the RODE RODECaster Pro II?

A: Yes, the Sennheiser AVX-835 SET Digital Camera-Mount Wireless Cardioid Handheld Microphone System (1.9 GHz) will work with the Rodecaster Pro II.

Q: 8. WHAT TYPE OF JACK IS THIS?

A: The receiver fits into XLR connector. You can stick it right into the camera and set camera to set input to MIC or you can attach an XLR cable to it if needed.

Q: 9. Can we really have 8 channels in the same room? What if an other crew also have AVX systems?

A: Yes, up to eight Sennheiser AVX Series Wireless Microphone Systems can be used simultaneously within a 98-foot range. Any additional AVX Systems used within the same area may not work.

Q: 10. Can a multiple systems be added for a total of four users or more?

A: The Saramonic Blink Me 2-Person Clip-On Wireless Microphone System with Touchscreens & Recording (B&H # SABLINKMEB2) will offer the best performance and reliability when no more than two systems (four users total) are used simultaneously in a closed space.