Schoeps MK 40 Cardioid Microphone Capsule

MK 40 Cardioid Microphone Capsule description:

The Schoeps MK40 is part of the Colette series of modular capsules designed for use with the CMC preamplifiers.This microphone capsule has the same features as the MK4, but in addition emphasizes the frequency response in the 9 kHz region by 4 dB. This effects a further improvement of speech intelligibility, particularly in very reverberant venues such as churches.

The MK 40 is used primarily for sound reinforcement of speech. It is not particularly recommended for music recording.

Features:

• For pickup of speech or music at close range (under 50 cm)
• Cardioid pattern
• Considerable attenuation of low frequencies
• Emphasis of high frequencies
• For severe acoustic conditions

Specifications:

• Frequency range: 80 Hz - 20 kHz
• Sensitivity: 18 mV/Pa
• Equivalent noise level: A-weighted: 13 dB-A, CCIR: 22 dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio (A-weighted): 81 dB-A
• Maximum SPL (0.5% THD): 129 dB
• Power Required: CMC Power Module Required