Neumann
Neumann 008696 MC 1 Violin/Mandolin Microphone Clip
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Secure and Stable Microphone Mounting for String Instruments The Neumann MC 1 Clip is designed to securely mount the MCM gooseneck microphone on violins, violas, mandolins, and similar instruments. This clip ensures stable positioning and reliable attachment without damaging the instrument's surf...
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Overview
Secure and Stable Microphone Mounting for String Instruments
The Neumann MC 1 Clip is designed to securely mount the MCM gooseneck microphone on violins, violas, mandolins, and similar instruments. This clip ensures stable positioning and reliable attachment without damaging the instrument's surface.
Specifications:
- Compatible Instruments: Violin, Viola, Mandolin
- Mechanism: Self-adjusting spring mechanism
- Coating: Rubber coating
- Rotation: Holder rotation allows for adjustment
- Angle Lock: Locks in 45° increments
- Included Components: 1 x MC 1
Key Features
Clip mount: Attaches the MCM gooseneck to violin, viola, mandolin, and similar instruments
Easy to use: Offers simple and quick mounting
Self-adjusting spring mechanism: Ensures secure and stable positioning
Rubber coating: Provides reliable attachment without damaging instrument surfaces
Holder rotation: Allows for adjustment along one or two axes
Angle lock: Locks in 45 increments to prevent cable twists
Specifications
Brand
Neumann
Model
MC 1 Violin/Mandolin Microphone Clip
Product Type
Microphone Clip Mount
Compatibility
MCM gooseneck
Instrument Compatibility
Violin, Viola, Mandolin, and similar instruments
Mounting Mechanism
Self-adjusting spring
Surface Protection
Rubber coating
Adjustability
Holder rotation along one or two axes, Angle lock in 45 increments
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Specifically designed as a clip mount to attach the MCM gooseneck to violin, viola, mandolin, and similar instruments.
- Offers simple and quick mounting, facilitating efficient setup and adjustment during performances or recording sessions.
- Features a self-adjusting spring mechanism that ensures secure and stable positioning on the instrument.
- Equipped with a rubber coating, providing reliable attachment without causing damage to delicate instrument surfaces.
- Allows for holder rotation, enabling precise adjustment of the microphone along one or two axes to optimize sound capture.
👎 Cons
- This clip is designed specifically for the MCM gooseneck and may not be compatible with other microphone goosenecks.
- Its application is limited to violins, violas, mandolins, and similar instruments, restricting its versatility for other instrument types.
- While it allows for rotation, the specific range of motion or flexibility of the gooseneck itself is not detailed by the clip's features.
- The description does not specify if the clip is suitable for all thicknesses of instrument bodies within its compatible range.
- The angle lock feature, while useful, only locks in 45-degree increments, which might not offer the fine-tuning some users desire.
Frequently Asked Questions
What instruments is the Neumann MC 1 Microphone Clip designed for?
The Neumann MC 1 clip mount is specifically designed to attach the MCM gooseneck to violins, violas, mandolins, and other similar instruments.
How easy is it to attach this microphone clip to an instrument?
The clip is designed for easy and quick mounting, allowing for efficient setup.
Does the clip securely hold the microphone without damaging the instrument?
Yes, it features a self-adjusting spring mechanism for secure and stable positioning, and it has a rubber coating to ensure reliable attachment without damaging instrument surfaces.
Can the microphone's position be adjusted once attached with this clip?
Yes, the holder allows for rotation along one or two axes, and it includes an angle lock that locks in 45-degree increments to prevent cable twists, providing flexibility in positioning.
Is this clip compatible with all types of microphone goosenecks?
No, this clip is specifically made to attach the MCM gooseneck, and its compatibility with other goosenecks is not indicated.
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