The
V4 U is the studio vocal microphone by SCHOEPS. It unites the
outstanding technical characteristics typical of SCHOEPS with a
timeless, classic design. The “look” of the V4 U is based on the
SCHOEPS CM 51/3 from 1951, but the V4 U is a thoroughly modern
studio microphone. Its capsule, circuitry and mechanical
construction are the result of extensive new development.
Features
- Studio Vocal Microphone
- New small-diaphragm capsule architecture, with bevelled
collar for controlling the polar response.
- Warm, clear sonic character with smoothly rolled-off
diffuse-field response.
- Capsule head with adjustable tilt angle.
- Optimal on-axis frequency response featuring a mild
high-frequency lift.
- Very smooth polar response; carefully-controlled narrowing
of the pattern at high frequencies.
- Diffuse-field response parallel to the 0 ° response, with a
gentle roll-off at high frequencies.
- Newly designed electronics offer a very high maximum sound
pressure level.
The Capsule
- A 33-mm bevelled collar causes the capsule’s directivity to
increase steadily and smoothly at high frequencies, as in a
large diaphragm microphone.
- Meanwhile, the superior acoustic qualities of a
small-diaphragm capsule, like the extraordinarily smooth
frequency and polar response, are maintained.
- The capsule is elastically suspended internally to reduce
solid-borne sound such as handling noise.
The Electronics
- Newly developed bridge-type balanced output circuit.
- Maximum sound pressure level of 144 dB SPL, corresponding to
an output level of 4.8 V.
- Output stage transformerless and free of coupling
capacitors.
- The resulting output impedance is low and constant with
frequency, while the symmetry is very high.
- Symmetrical, balanced output, the entire audio circuit is
symmetrical from the output of the FET onward.
- High immunity to interference, with gapless shielding and a
modern RFI filter at the output; very good electromagnetic
compatibility.
Frequency Responses and Polar diagram of
the V4 U

Model
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Description
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V4 Ub/Ug
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V4 U Studio Vocal Microphone, BLUE
(Ub) / GRAY (Ug) finish,
includes premium case
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$2,450.00
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The “V4 USM Set” contains the
microphone, a premium case and the USM-V4 elastic
suspension. The usage of the “V4 USM Set” is recommended
for maximum solid-borne sound isolation. |
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The “V4 SGV Set” contains the
microphone, a premium case and the SGV stand clamp. The
base of the SGV has a 5/8"-27 NS internal thread. A
threaded adapter is supplied for 3/8" and 1/2" mounting.
The angle can be varied continuously in the vertical
plane. |
Model
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Description
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V4 SGV Set b/g
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V4 U Studio Vocal Microphone,
BLUE (b) / GRAY (g)
finish, premium case and SGV stand adaptor
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$2,549.00
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V4 USM Set b/g
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V4 U Studio Vocal Microphone, BLUE
(b) / GRAY (g) finish,
premium case and USM-V4 “Lyre” shockmount by Rycote
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$2,549.00
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