Schoeps CMD 42 Digital Microphone Amplifier

Schoeps CMD 42 Digital Microphone Amplifier

Schoeps CMD 42 — Digital microphone amplifier for the Colette series, compatible with all MK capsules and Colette accessories. Recommended for film sound and sound design. Compatible with these digital wireless transmitters: Sound Devices A20-TX, Zaxcom TRX743, Zaxcom TRX745. AES42 interface, Modes 1 and 2. Controllable with the free “Schoeps Remote App” on the Apple App Store & Google Play Store.

The CMD 42 transfers the signal from the microphone capsule directly into the digital domain. The detailed manual explains all the features and provides practical tips for use.

Like the SuperCMIT, the CMD 42 uses the AES42 interface. The download area lists a selection of current equipment that has this interface. In principle, however, a small power supply at an AES3 input may be sufficient, since the CMD 42 can be controlled via a no-cost smartphone app.

The CMD 42 is not intended to replace analog microphones. Rather, it is meant for applications in which its special features offer distinct added value:

• Immunity to interference: The digital output resists any interference in the cable
• Dynamic range: No analog level-setting is required; the full dynamic range of the capsule is transferred into the digital realm
  High resolution: Sampling rates up to 192 kHz and extended frequency range for the microphone capsule beyond 40 kHz (“xt” functionality)
• Unrivaled, low inherent noise in the ultrasonic range, particularly suitable for down-pitching in sound design
• DSP: Extensive signal processing is available directly within the microphone, including among other routines:
  • Limiter
  • Mono Upmix to Stereo
  • Numerous EQ curves
• Remote app: Easy control setting via smartphone (acoustically, without wireless technology)
• Two-channel output: can deliver both a processed and an unprocessed signal simultaneously as a backup or cloned or stereo signal
• Flexible function indicator via integrated, multicolor LED

Compatible Suspensions and Windscreens:

The CMD 42 is exactly the same length as a CMC 6, so most suspensions and windscreens will fit in the same way. The CMD 42 is only 10 g heavier than the CMC 6. The one exception: As the lower section of the CMD 42 has a diameter of 20 mm (CMC 6: 19 mm), a different “holder” must be used for the CINELA COSI. This has the designation “COSI-HLD-20-20” or “COSI-HLD-CMC 1U”.