Schoeps PAD 10 C

Schoeps PAD 10 C [133107]

The Schoeps PAD 10 C is a passive attenuator for the modular Colette system. It fits between the MK capsule and the CMC microphone amplifier, reducing the capsule’s electrical signal by approximately 10 dB before it reaches the amplifier.

This is useful at very high sound pressure levels when the microphone amplifier is the limiting factor. The maximum sound pressure level the system can handle then increases by approximately 10 dB. The PAD can also be fitted between the capsule and an active Colette accessory.

Main Features

• Approximately 10 dB of fixed signal attenuation.
• Attenuates before the microphone amplifier input.
• Passive, capacitive operation.
• Mounts using the Colette threaded connection.

Specifications

• Attenuation: approximately 10 dB.
• Length: 18 mm.
• Diameter: 20 mm.
• Weight: 14 g.
• Finish: matte gray.

Included

• One PAD 10 C attenuator.

Compatibility

For Colette configurations with an MK capsule and an amplifier such as the CMC 1 U, CMC 1 L or CMC 6 U.

Greater attenuation

For approximately 20 dB of attenuation, use the PAD 20 C [133109]. Due to their capacitive operation, two PAD 10 C elements provide only approximately 15 dB of combined attenuation.

The PAD 10 C was previously called DZC 10. Schoeps changed the product name in 2025.