{"product_id":"schoeps-mk-21-215921","title":"MK 21","description":"\u003ch3\u003eA \"wide cardioid\" reference that has become a recording classic\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe MK 21 was designed to combine the strengths of two worlds: the openness and sense of space of an omnidirectional capsule, and the ability of a directional model to better highlight the source. Over the years, it has established itself as a recurring choice in the toolkit of many sound engineers, especially when subtle directivity and natural timbre are priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFor which recordings is the MK 21 most relevant?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis microphone capsule is intended for uses where one wants to maintain a beautiful openness while slightly limiting the room ambiance. It is very suitable for acoustic instruments, ensembles, overheads that need to remain soft, or situations where the room contributes to the sound without overpowering it. Thanks to a less pronounced proximity effect than a cardioid, it also facilitates close placements without excessive bass, speeding up mixing work.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA capsule designed for coherence and precision, even in the ultra-high frequencies\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWide cardioid: stable image and cleaner side reflections\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wide polar pattern of the MK 21 remains homogeneous across the entire frequency range, which helps preserve timbre when the source moves slightly or when the acoustics send reflections from the sides. Result: fewer surprises in the high spectrum and a realism often appreciated in demanding recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch4\u003eExtended frequency response with compatible electronics\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cp\u003eDepending on the microphone amplifier used, the frequency response varies: with CMC 6 or CMR, the capsule already reaches very high frequencies, and with CMC 6xt the bandwidth extends up to 44 kHz. A real advantage for high-resolution capture, transients, and fine harmonics, while maintaining the warm and natural signature that makes it renowned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:2rem\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"flex:1 1 300px;width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency response\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e30 Hz - 20 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003estudio microphone\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003ecardioid\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"flex:1 1 300px;width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eXLR\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eGrey\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:2rem\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e-37 dB (V\/Pa), 14 mV\/Pa\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEquivalent noise (A-weighted)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e13 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEquivalent noise (CCIR)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e23 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e81 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax SPL (THD below 0.5%)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e131 dB SPL\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e22 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e20 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e17 g\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Schoeps","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54358708093203,"sku":"215921","price":781.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0872\/6803\/files\/adc844a265a06ab09f2672bde2476ea83af18f70_SCHOEPS_131003.jpg?v=1788183908","url":"https:\/\/woodbrass.shop\/products\/schoeps-mk-21-215921","provider":"Woodbrass.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}