Neumann has launched the KK 15 Supercardioid Capsule and new MCM 115 Instrument Sets, expanding the versatility of the Miniature Clip Mic System (MCM). Designed for demanding live sound applications, the new additions deliver increased feedback rejection and enhanced source separation.
The KK 15 introduces a supercardioid pickup pattern to the MCM system, complementing the existing cardioid KK 14 and omnidirectional KK 13 capsules. Its tight polar pattern offers superior separation and a more direct sound, making it particularly well suited to louder stages, crowded environments, and situations where maximum gain before feedback is essential. Built around Neumann’s layered capsule design, the KK 15 overcomes limitations traditionally associated with electret capsules.
‘Many live sound applications benefit from increased feedback resistance, but this should never come at the expense of sound quality,’ says Neumann Product Manager, Jorma Marquardt. ‘Thanks to its exceptionally uniform supercardioid polar pattern, the KK 15 provides a tight focus, while any spill sounds natural without colouration.’
The KK 15 supercardioid capsule has the same road-ready construction with titanium housing as the KK 13 omnidirectional and KK 14 cardioid options. All three capsules also share a precise, carefully balanced response typically associated with Neumann microphones. This allows engineers to easily combine different pickup patterns within the same stage setup while maintaining a coherent overall sound.
‘Consistency is one of the defining strengths of the MCM system,’ says Neumann Director of Product Management, Stephan Mauer. ‘Whether you a choose omnidirectional, cardioid, or supercardioid configuration, you can expect a very similar sound signature when switching between or combining different capsules. This flexibility makes MCM an exceptionally powerful and predictable solution for a wide variety of instruments and live production scenarios.’
To simplify deployment for specific instrument applications, Neumann is also introducing a select range of MCM 115 Instrument Sets featuring the new KK 15 capsule. Each set includes all components required for wired operation, including the KK 15 capsule, gooseneck, cable, MCM 100 output stage, dedicated instrument mounting clip, and carrying case.
Five instrument sets are available with the KK 15 supercardioid capsule: the MCM 115 Set for high strings, MCM 115 Set for bass, MCM 115 Set for trumpet, trombone, saxophone, French horn and percussion instruments, the MCM 115 Set for drums and the MCM 115 Set for guitar. These configurations are optimised for applications that particularly benefit from the tighter supercardioid pickup pattern and higher gain before feedback.
With the addition of the KK 15, the MCM system offers three interchangeable capsule options, allowing users to tailor microphone directivity to virtually any recording or live sound application. The MCM system also integrates seamlessly with wireless solutions, including Sennheiser’s Spectera ecosystem via the updated AC 32 3-pin Lemo cables.
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