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Preamps & Capsules
Explore the versatility of modular microphone systems, combining preamps with interchangeable capsules to tailor your sound. Each preamp offers unique audio characteristics, while capsules provide various pick-up patterns and frequency responses. This flexibility allows for precise customisation, ensuring optimal performance for different recording scenarios. Whether capturing vocals, instruments, or ambient sounds, modular systems adapt to your specific needs. Elevate your audio experience by selecting the right combination for your project, achieving professional quality with ease. Perfect for studios, live performances, and field recordings, these systems offer unmatched adaptability and superior sound quality.
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Neumann Miniature Clip Mic System - MCM 114 Set High Strings (MC1)£549.00 £457.50
Neumann Miniature Clip Mic System - MCM 114 Set Guitar (MC9)£549.00 £457.50
Neumann Miniature Clip Mic System - MCM 114 Set Double Bass (MC 3)£549.00 £457.50
Neumann Miniature Clip Mic System - MCM 114 Set Drums (MC 7)£549.00 £457.50
Neumann Miniature Clip Mic System - MCM 114 Set Bass/Sax/Uni (MC 6)£549.00 £457.50
Neumann Miniature Clip Mic System - MCM 114 Set Piano (MC 8)£1,150.00 £958.33
Neumann Miniature Clip Mic System - MCM 114 Set Woodwinds (MC 5)£549.00 £457.50
Neumann Miniature Clip Mic System - MCM 114 Set Cello (MC 2)£549.00 £457.50
Neumann SH 150 Gooseneck£159.00 £132.50
Neumann KK 14 Capsule£249.00 £207.50
Neumann MCM 100 Output Stage XLR£96.00 £80.00
Neumann WS 110 Windscreen Soft£17.00 £14.17
Neumann MC 1 Clip High Strings£61.00 £50.83
Neumann MC 2 Strings Clip Cello£61.00 £50.83
Neumann MC 3 Strings Clip Double Bass£61.00 £50.83
Neumann MC 4 Rib Clip Double Bass£87.00 £72.50
Neumann MC 5 Universal Strap Clip£61.00 £50.83
Neumann MC 6 Universal Clamp Clip£87.00 £72.50
Neumann MC 7 Clip Drum Rims£70.00 £58.33
Neumann MC 8 Magnetic Piano Clip£61.00 £50.83
Neumann MC 9 Clip Guitar£78.00 £65.00
Neumann AC 31 (1.8m) Cable Mini Jack£34.00 £28.33
Neumann AC 32 (1.8m) Cable LEMO 3pin£78.00 £65.00
Neumann AC 33 (1.8m) Cable MicroDot£70.00 £58.33
Modular microphone systems offer flexibility and adaptability, allowing users to interchange capsules and preamps to suit different recording needs. This versatility means you can tailor your setup for various environments and applications, from studio recording to live performances. Additionally, modular systems often result in cost savings, as you can upgrade individual components rather than purchasing an entirely new microphone.
Preamps play a crucial role in shaping the tonal character and clarity of your recordings. Different preamps can add warmth, colour, or transparency to the sound, influencing the overall texture and depth. High-quality preamps provide a cleaner signal with less noise, enhancing the dynamic range and detail captured in the recording.
Choosing the right pick-up pattern depends on the recording environment and the sound source. Cardioid patterns are excellent for isolating the source from background noise, while omnidirectional patterns capture sound from all directions, ideal for ambient recordings. Supercardioid and hypercardioid patterns offer tighter focus, useful in noisy environments or when precise sound isolation is needed.
Supercardioid capsules have a narrower pick-up pattern than cardioid capsules, providing better isolation of the sound source and reducing ambient noise. However, supercardioid microphones are more sensitive to sound from the rear, which can be a consideration in certain settings. Cardioid capsules offer a more forgiving pattern, suitable for a wider range of applications.
Mixing and matching preamps and capsules from different manufacturers is possible, but compatibility should be checked to ensure optimal performance. Consider factors such as connector types, impedance, and power requirements. Some combinations may offer unique sonic characteristics, allowing for a customised sound tailored to specific needs.
The frequency response of a microphone capsule determines how it captures different frequencies, affecting the tonal balance of the recording. A flat frequency response provides a natural and accurate representation, while tailored responses can enhance or attenuate specific frequencies, adding character or compensating for room acoustics.
Using a low cut filter can reduce unwanted low-frequency noise, such as rumble or handling noise, improving clarity. A high boost can enhance presence and detail in the upper frequencies, adding brightness and articulation to vocals and instruments. These features allow for greater control over the tonal balance during recording.
