Schoeps MK 2S

Schoeps MK 2 S

The Schoeps MK 2 S is a small diaphragm condenser microphone capsule with a true pressure-sensitive (omnidirectional) polar pattern. This capsule has a mild high-frequency response elevation at 0°, which compensates for high-frequency losses caused by an increased diffuse field at medium recording distances. This results in a clearer sound, making the MK 2 S ideal as a main or room microphone, especially in larger spaces.

Key Features

• True Pressure-Sensitive Polar Pattern: The MK 2 S is a true pressure receiver, meaning it captures sound evenly from all directions.
• Mild High-Frequency Response Elevation: The capsule has a mild high-frequency response elevation at 0°, compensating for high-frequency losses caused by an increased diffuse field at medium recording distances.
• Ideal for A/B Stereophony and Decca Tree: The MK 2 S is particularly well-suited for A/B stereophony and classic Decca Tree microphone setups. Together with the KA 40 spherical accessory, it forms a classic Decca Tree capsule.

Specifications

• Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 29 kHz
• Sensitivity: 14 mV/Pa (-37 dB (V/Pa))
• Equivalent Noise Level (A-weighted): 12 dB
• Equivalent Noise Level (CCIR): 23 dB
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-weighted): 82 dB
• Maximum SPL (THD < 0.5%): 131 dB SPL with CMC 6; 135 dB SPL with CMC 1
• Dimensions: Length: 22 mm; Diameter: 20 mm
• Weight: 17 g
• Surface Finish: Matte grey

Applications

The MK 2 S capsule is ideal for true-to-life sound recordings in acoustically treated environments, especially where a natural sound reproduction is required. It is frequently used in conjunction with the KA 40 spherical accessory to create a classic Decca Tree microphone setup.

Other capsules from the Colette series

• MK 2 Omnidirectional capsule
• MK 21 Wide cardioid capsule
• MK 22 Open cardioid capsule
• MK 2H Omni capsule with HF lift
• MK 2S Omni capsule with slight HF boost
• MK 2XS Omni capsule with diffuse-field EQ
• MK 4 Cardioid capsule
• MK 41 Supercardioid capsule
• MK 5 Switchable omni/cardioid capsule
• MK 41V Supercardioid capsule with side-address
• MK 4V Cardioid capsule with vertical axis
• MK 8 Figure-8 capsule
• MK 4P Cardioid capsule for close speech use
• MK 4VP Cardioid capsule with vertical axis for close range
• MK 4VXP Cardioid capsule with vertical pickup and low-cut
• MK 4XP Cardioid capsule with close-range response for speech
• KMIT Shotgun capsule with interference tube