Stellar Sounds CM-5
Multi-Pattern Tube Condenser Microphone
The CM-5 is a multipattern tube condenser, based on the common Chinese “C12” platform; see, for example, the Apex 460, ShuaiYin SYT-1200, Nady TCM-1150, etc.
Unlike most such microphones, the CM-5 uses an edge-terminated capsule. The capsule is not a true copy of the AKG CK-12, but produces a similar frequency response despite its significantly simpler internal construction. The capsule is a 34mm design, with 27mm diaphragms made of 6-micron Mylar.
The tube is an Electro-Harmonix 6072a, imported from Russia.
The mic’s output transformer is based on the T14 design from the AKG C12.
The CM-5 is manufactured in China. It ships with a shockmount, power supply, cable, and foam windscreen, in an aluminum flightcase.
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The mic was released in 2011.
Specifications
Pickup Patterns | Pads & Filters |
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Omnidirectional
(n/a mV/Pa; 20 - 20,000 Hz) Cardioid (n/a mV/Pa; 20 - 20,000 Hz) Bidirectional (n/a mV/Pa; 20 - 20,000 Hz) |
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Capsule Dimensions | Impedance | SPL/Noise |
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Diaphragm diameter: 27.8mm Capsule diameter: 34.4mm Diaphragm gauge: 6 microns |
n/a | Max SPL: 125 dB Self-noise: 17.0 dB(A) |
Weight | Length | Max Diameter | Interface(s) |
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n/a | 237mm (9.33'') | 46mm (1.81'') |
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Power Specifications |
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