Neumann MCM 114 Set Woodwinds

Miniature Clip Mic: Neumann's vision for live instrumental sound capture

With the MCM (Miniature Clip Mic) system, Neumann applies its studio standards to sound reinforcement and close miking. The goal is clear: to achieve a realistic, consistent sound from mic to mic, and an easy-to-repeat setup from one performance to another. The SET WOODWINDS follows this logic by offering a coherent pack for woodwind instruments (and more broadly for similar acoustic instruments), gathering the essential system elements in a modular format that is easy to transport and maintain over time.

For which musicians and situations?

The Neumann MCM SET WOODWINDS is designed for instrumentalists and sound engineers seeking a high-end miniature microphone solution for oboe, clarinet, flute, recorder, harp, or bassoon. It is perfectly suited for amplified concerts, TV studios, orchestra pits, amplified chamber music ensembles, and any situation where proximity and placement stability are critical. The clip + gooseneck format allows great freedom of movement while limiting timbre variations caused by movement relative to the microphone.

A miniature capsule, a great idea: precision, consistency, robustness

The heart of the pack is the cardioid KK 14 capsule. Neumann developed it to overcome the usual limitations associated with miniature electret capsules: more body in the low and midrange, transparent highs, and above all a neutral and consistent signature. This consistency is valuable when multiple microphones are used simultaneously (for example in an ensemble), as it simplifies equalization and speeds up balance adjustments.

Comfortable dynamic range, from pianissimo to fortissimo

With a very low self-noise and a very high maximum SPL, the KK 14 adapts equally well to delicate nuances and very strong passages. This makes it a versatile solution for wind instruments capable of wide dynamic ranges, as well as for acoustic sources that can be very present at close distance.

Quick mounting and precise placement

The system focuses on reliable mounting: the SH 150 gooseneck facilitates positioning and allows precise adjustment, while the MC 5 clip is adapted to the target instruments of the set. The whole is designed to be practical on stage, with quick setup and stable hold, even under the demanding conditions of a tour. The WS 110 windscreen helps control air turbulence and breath noise, and the KC 1 cable tie contributes to a clean and secure installation.

High-end output and easy integration

This pack includes the MCM 100 output stage for professional wired use, as well as the AC 31 cable. The MCM system is also designed to integrate into many environments, notably through interchangeable wiring options for connection to wireless transmitters, depending on stage configurations.

Technical specifications

Frequency response - start	20 Hz	Connection	XLR
Frequency response - end	20 kHz	Use	Bassoon, Clarinet in A, Flute, Oboe
Category	instrument microphone	Color	Black
Directivity	cardioid	Nominal mode power consumption (Wh)	0 W
Capsule	electret

Complete microphone set for oboe, clarinet, flute, recorder, harp, or bassoon	SET WOODWINDS	Maximum SPL for THD below 0.5%	153 dB SPL
System	Neumann MCM (Miniature Clip Mic)	Power supply	48 V +/- 4 V (P48, IEC 61938)
Included elements	KK 14 capsule, SH 150 gooseneck, KC 1 cable tie, AC 31 cable, MCM 100 output stage, WS 110 windscreen, MC 5 clip	Current consumption	3.5 mA
Accessories	safety guide, quick start guide	Required connector	XLR 3 F
Transport	soft case	Permissible atmospheric conditions	values for humidity without condensation, microphone clean and well maintained
Acoustic operating principle	pressure gradient transducer	Operating temperature	0 degC to +40 degC
Polar pattern	cardioid	Operating humidity	0% to 90% relative humidity
Frequency response	20 Hz to 20 kHz	Storage temperature	-20 degC to +70 degC
Nominal impedance	50 ohms	Storage humidity	0% to 95% relative humidity
Nominal load impedance	1000 ohms	Reference	at 1 kHz into a nominal load impedance of 1 k?, tolerance +/- 2 dB
Signal-to-noise ratio (CCIR)	63 dB	Signal-to-noise ratio	measured from 94 dB SPL
Signal-to-noise ratio (A-weighted)	71 dB	Weightings	CCIR according to CCIR 468-3 quasi-peak, A-weighted according to IEC 61672-1 RMS, according to IEC 60268-1
Equivalent noise level (CCIR)	31 dB	THD	distortion of the microphone amplifier at an input voltage equivalent to the capsule output at the specified SPL
Equivalent noise level (A-weighted)	23 dBA	Reference equivalences	94 dB SPL corresponds to 1 Pa; 0 dB corresponds to 20 micropascals