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Schoeps MK 2S
Photo: Schoeps, from its catalog, p. 4.

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Schoeps MK 2S

Small-diaphragm omnidirectional condenser capsule (Colette series) with a mild treble rise, on a CMC 6 amplifier

Type
Condenser
Pattern
Omni
Sensitivity
−38.4 dBV/Pa computed
Self-noise
12 dB(A)
Max SPL
132 dB SPL
Impedance
35 Ω
Rated range
20 – 20k Hz

Frequency response

Angle
Distance

Frequency response: from the manual, p. 12. Capsule on a CMC 6 amplifier ("+ CMC 6"), as printed. Free field, distance and smoothing not stated; the sheet draws a tolerance band (dashed) around the curve.

Dashed: outside the rated range, or simulated (other angles and distances). Hover or tap the graphs for values.

Polar pattern

Polar pattern: from the catalog, p. 4. Brochure diagram for "MK 2 | 2H | 2S | 2XS" together. Rings every 5 dB, labelled 0 to -30 dB (the centre); 0° at the top. Left half 250 Hz to 2 kHz, right half 4 to 32 kHz; the pattern is taken as symmetric. Amplifier and measuring conditions not stated.

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All specs

From the manual
CapsuleSmall-diaphragm pressure transducer, omni, mild on-axis treble rise (Colette MK series). "MK 2S all-purpose capsule for music and speech, also for use at moderate distance (at or near the reverberation radius)" (p. 12).p. 12
Sensitivity−38.4 dBV/Pa (12 mV/Pa); also −37 dBV/Pa, schoeps.de product page (2026), stated. Not stated by the manufacturer: From 12 mV/Pa: 20·log10(0.012). The product page states "-37 dB (V/Pa), 14 mV/Pa".p. 20
Self-noise12 dB(A). Specifications for the complete microphone: capsule on a CMC 6 amplifier (p. 20). The product page also gives 12 dB.
Self-noise (CCIR 468)24 dB, CCIR; also 23 dB, schoeps.de product page (2026)
Max SPL132 dB SPL, 0.5% THD; also 131 dB SPL, with the CMC 6, schoeps.de product page (2026); also 135 dB SPL, with the CMC 1, schoeps.de product page (2026). The product page: "131 dB-SPL with CMC 6, 135 dB-SPL with CMC 1".
Signal-to-noise ratio82 dB, re 94 dB SPL, A-weighted. The product page also gives 82 dB.
Output impedance35 ohm, CMC 6 on 48 V phantom; also 25 ohm, on 12 V phantomp. 7
Rated load impedance600 ohm, minimum recommended
Rated frequency range20 Hz to 20 kHz; also [20, 29000], schoeps.de product page (2026); also [20, 43000], with CMC 6 xt, schoeps.de product page (2026). Beyond 40 kHz with the CMC 6 xt amplifier (footnote).p. 20
Poweringphantom, 12 V or 48 V (CMC 6, automatic switchover)p. 7
Current draw4 mA, 48 V phantom; also 8 mA, 12 V phantom
ConnectorXLR-3 male. Not stated by the manufacturer: On the CMC amplifier; the guide shows the XLR output but does not list it as a spec.p. 2
Weight66 g. "65 - 68 g, depending on type": the CMC amplifier; the capsule's weight is not stated.p. 7
Dimensions116 × 20 mm. CMC amplifier: length 116 mm (incl. 3 mm capsule thread) × diameter 20 mm. The capsule adds to the length (not stated).
AmplifierCMC 6 (CMC 6U / 6Uxt); low-cut (-3 dB) at 20 Hz
Maximum output voltage1 V (at 1 kHz into 1 kOhm)
PolarityPositive pressure on the 0° axis gives a positive voltage on pin 2
From the product page
Capsule size and weight22 mm long, 20 mm diameter, 17 g (capsule alone)
FinishMatte grey; Chromagreen or Smoked Silver (like the classic nickel) to order
UseMain or room mic at moderate distance (near the reverberation radius): A/B pairs, Decca Tree. Schoeps' most popular omni capsule
FamilyTreble response between the MK 2 (free field) and the MK 2XS (diffuse field)
Order number131011

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