a tiny studio microphone with a large-diaphragm capsule and groundbreaking features.
we call it CM–15. the latest addition to our field system™. a versatile studio quality, ultra-portable microphone that comes with a built-in professional usb-c audio interface with built-in preamp. add a 3.5 mm jack and a 48v phantom powered mini xlr, and you have a truly one-of-a-kind battery-powered studio microphone.
a rarity in the field.
large-diaphragm capsules are preferred for professional recording, but are rare within the world of portable equipment. CM–15 features an ESS sabre analog-to-digital converter, preserving high-fidelity sound and capturing exceptional detail in any recording situation.
clean, mean and lean mic-machine.
clean, rich, transparent and natural sound. period. use the gain switch on the back for padding those mean drums, or the other way around. battery-powered with an integrated audio interface and preamp, CM–15 is always ready to use wherever you like to record. in other words: ’lean operation’.
dynamic sound for any occasion.
our first microphone also means a unique sound quality to discover. rich, transparent and natural, CM–15 captures clear and clean sound for professional audio productions, always ready to set up wherever you like to record.
pure craftsmanship.
CM–15 is an incredibly versatile microphone, both inside and outside the studio. the large-diaphragm condenser capsule essentially means you get a better signal, so there is less noise and better depth of sound.
vocal recording
AS A DIRECTIONAL MIC, CM–15
IS PERFECT FOR THE VOCAL BOOTH, FOCUSED ON PICKING UP SOUNDS IN FRONT OF IT.
instrument recording
WITH THE FLATTEST FREQUENCY RESPONSE AT A 50 CM DISTANCE, CM–15 IS PERFECT FOR CAPTURING A VARIETY OF INSTRUMENTS, INCLUDING YOUR DRUM KIT.
interview/podcast
CM–15 IS GREAT FOR PODCASTS AND INTERVIEWS, WHERE HIGH AUDIO QUALITY AND PORTABILITY IS NECESSARY.
field production
WITH A COMPACT FORM FACTOR AND 10 HOUR RECHARGEABLE BATTERY, IT'S A GREAT TOOL FOR EVERY ’TRIP’.
camera mic
WHEN FILMING WITH A VIDEO CAMERA, CONNECT CM–15 THROUGH THE LINE OUT TO RECORD SYNCED AUDIO DIRECTLY.
multi-use connectivity.
CM–15 has multiple outputs that can be used simultaneously: mini xlr, 3.5 mm jack and usb-c. it can also be powered three ways, through phantom power, battery or usb-c, instantly detecting the right power source for your connected device.
technical specification CM–15 highlights
- 1-inch large-diaphragm capsule
- 10 hour rechargeable battery
- 48 V phantom power compatible pseudo-balanced mini xlr output
- dual mono 3.5 mm jack line output
- usb-c class compliant device with high performance
- ESS sabre ES9822Q PRO analog to digital converter
dimensions and weight
- 90 mm x 65.5 mm x 19 mm
- 132 g / 54.6 oz
audio characteristics
- self noise: 14 dBA
- max SPL for 0.5% THD: 138 dB
- USB SNR dBA FS: 120 dB
- polar pattern: supercardioid
- polarity: positive
