The matte gray Schoeps CMC 1 L is a miniature Colette Series microphone amplifier offering uncompromising high fidelity in a lightweight and ultracompact form factor for studio recording, broadcast, and live stage applications. Presented as an alternative to the renowned Schoeps CMC 6 amplifier, the CMC 1 L is compatible with all existing MK mic capsules and Colette active accessories (all available separately).

It features a balanced mini LEMO output, compliance with 12V or 48V phantom power, and low current consumption. Its Schoeps RFI Shield provides high immunity from RF interference for a clean, low-noise signal. The CMC 1 L supports the high maximum SPLs tolerated by the various MK mic capsules (available separately). A stand adapter and a 16.4' mini LEMO to XLR 3-pin male adapter cable are supplied with the CMC 1 L.

Room Mic in Large Room    CMC 1 L Miniature Microphone Amplifier    MK 2XS Omnidirectional Mic Capsule    K 5 LU LEMO to XLR Mic Cable    SGC Miniature Stand Mount with Swivel    B 5 Solid Foam Popscreen    Premium Case    Lighter, Smaller Option to CMC 6 Amp    Operates on 48V or 12V Phantom Power    RFI Shield Protects from RF Interference

Complete alternative to the renowned CMC 6 amplifier

Can be used in place of the CMC 6 with no compromise

Electrical characteristics of the CMC 1 L are equal to, or even better than, those of the CMC 6 (flat frequency response, very low distortion, and constant output impedance across the audio frequency range)

Only 1" long (about a third the size of the CMC 6)

Weighs just 1 ounce (about 53% lighter than the CMC 6)

Fully compatible with all existing MK capsules and Colette active accessories such as the CUT 60 and RC tubes

Compatible with all accessories of the CCM series

Very high immunity from RF interference with the Schoeps RFI Shield

Optimized RF protection of the CMC 1 L makes it ideal for use with transmitters such as the Audio Limited A 10

Balanced, direct-coupled, Class-A output circuit

Output is filtered in the ultrasonic range to prevent interference, e.g. from camera autofocus

Includes 16.4' miniature LEMO to XLR 3-pin male adapter cable

Includes mic clip for easy attachment to a mic stand

Suspension mounts such as the Rycote INV-5 are available separately

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is there a Windjammer (Furry Windshield) that can be put on the Zoom WSH-6 Foam Windscreen?

A: You can use the Auray Custom Windbuster for Select Zoom and Tascam Handheld Audio Recorders (B&H # AUWRWH4N) over the Zoom WSH-6 Foam Windscreen for XYH-6 Microphone Capsule.

Q: 2. Does this have a BINAURAL MODE like the H3-VR?

A: Yes. According to Zoom representative Mike, the VRH-8 will have a binaural mode, as the He does. Mike says that they do NOT have a delivery date for the VRH-8, as of yet, though they are hoping to have it by Oct 1.

Q: 3. Which size for at 35mm 1.4 Art Sigma for Canon lens?

A: The Lensbaby OMNI Ring Set (Large) covers lenses from 62mm to 82mm so it will fit the 67mm thread on the Sigma 35mm Art lens.

Q: 4. Are the included 1/4 wave antennas interchangeable between Q- and R-band receivers or are they different?

A: The included antennas are limited to the frequency band of the receiver they come with.

Q: 5. Does this mic work on the Zoom F1, which does have the expansion capsule port. Has anyone tried it? thanks

A: The Zoom XAH-8 X/Y-AB Microphone Capsule for H8 Recorder is not compatible with the Zoom F1, as it's specifically made to work with the Zoom H8 recorder.

Q: 6. No specs on this mic? Seems like same 90 and 120 degrees as the existing XY capsule, what's really different other than appearance?

A: This mic is a re-design and improvements include better sensitivity and noise floor spec.

Q: 7. Will this capsule fit/work with an AKG C460B preamp section?

A: This capsule is only compatible with AKG GN series and LM3 housings.

Q: 8. If I was to build a 4 unit system for panels discussion, how would I identify each mic without it having a display?

A: The Sennheiser EW-D 835-S SET Digital Wireless Handheld Microphone System can be labelled with the Sennheiser EW-D COLOR CODING SET (BH #SEEWDCCS).

Q: 9. Will this work for the DPA 4018c? Seems like it would due to the size of comparable mics.

A: Yes, the Rycote 041110 InVision INV-6 SOFT Shockmount is compatible for use with the DPA Microphones 4018C Compact Supercardioid Microphone,

Q: 10. Does the version being shipped have the cutout for the gain control knob?

A: Yes, the Zoom WSH-6 Foam Windscreen for XYH-6 Microphone Capsule does have a cut out for the gain control knob.