Schoeps MK 22
Special features of Schoeps model
- Open cardioid
- Low frequency dependence of directivity
- Pleasant, often described as warm sound
- Transmission range: 40 – 20,000 Hz
- Sensitivity: 10mV / Pa
- Replacement noise level: 14 dBA
- Noise level distance: 80 dBA
- Boundary sound pressure level (at 0.5% THD): 131 dB
- Colour: Grey
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Customer Review Summary
The Schoeps MK 22 capsule delivers a remarkably natural sound with smooth highs and well-defined lows. I’ve used it effectively as a spot mic for first and second violins in orchestras, but its versatility extends to orchestral keyboards, piano, and guitar in studio settings. It excels even with upright pianos.
The directional characteristics are slightly broader than a traditional cardioid, resulting in a more subdued proximity effect compared to the standard MK4. Essentially, it offers a sound profile akin to the MK21 while maintaining a directivity closer to the MK4.
With an excellent signal-to-noise ratio of 14dB-A, this microphone truly shines in various applications. Its honest representation means you can be a bit more relaxed with positioning in good acoustic environments, which is particularly beneficial for instruments that project sound in different directions, such as flutes, oboes, and bassoons. Overall, the investment in Schoeps microphones has always proven to be worthwhile, and the MK 22 is no exception. It is an outstanding choice for spot miking techniques.
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