The Schoeps MK 5 offers two selectable directional patterns, but uses only one membrane – a no-compromise approach. The fact that full response is maintained to the highest audible frequencies is unusual for a switchable-pattern microphone.

In its omnidirectional setting the MK 5 is a true pressure transducer with smooth, extended low-frequency response, low sensitivity to most wind and breath noise, handling noise or mechanical vibration, and no proximity effect.

Unlike conventional, dual-diaphragm multi-pattern microphones, its cardioid setting retains its full directionality even at very low frequencies. The benefits of this design in purity and clarity of sound are immediately audible.

The MK 5 has a slight high-frequency emphasis as compared with the corresponding single-pattern omni (MK 2) and cardioid (MK 4).

The MK 5 is nearly an all-purpose capsule. It is recommended for those starting out with the Schoeps Colette series, unless particular circumstances (such as the need for greater directivity or a bidirectional pattern) would indicate a different choice.

Features:

Omni and cardioid patterns, mechanically switchable
Slight emphasis of the high frequencies
Broad range of applications

Product Specifications

Condition	New
Length	1.06 in
Diameter	0.78 in
Unit Weight	0.03 lb
Tube or Solid State	Solid State
Transducer Type	Condenser
Polar Pattern	Cardioid, Omni-Directional
Number of Microphones	Single Microphone
Frequency Range	Omnidirectional: 20 Hz - 20 kHz / Cardioid: 40 Hz - 20 kHz
Sensitivity	Cardioid: -37.7 dBV/Pa (13 mV) / Omni: -40 dBV/Pa (10 mV)
Max. SPL	Omnidirectional: 133 dB / Cardioid: 132 dB
Analog or Digital	Analog

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