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*Please note -- This pre-owned item may show signs of use. Please see photos for details of the product.
The Schoeps VMS 5 U Stereo Microphone Preamplifier is a portable microphone preamp that can be powered by either the 6 included AA batteries or an optional power adapter (sold separately). It has both a standard XLR input as well as a special socket that accepts the Active Y-Cable from the Colette modular system.
The VMS 5 U features a built-in M/S matrix for mid-side decoding and has switchable phantom power for use with condenser mics. It features 2 low-cut filters: a permanent 20Hz filter and a selectable 150Hz cut. The preamp can detect if voltage is too low and automatically shuts off. An automatic switchover quickly changes the power source to internal batteries if AC power is lost. A 1/4" headphone jack allows you to monitor directly from the preamp itself.
| Product Name | Schoeps VMS 5 U Stereo Microphone Preamplifier |
|---|---|
| Brand | Schoeps |
| Condition | Pre-owned |
| MPN | VMS5U |
| Shipping Option | Free Shipping to the Continental U.S. |
What's in the Box?
- Schoeps VMS 5 U Stereo Microphone Preamplifier
- Switchable phantom powering and M/S matrix
- Frequency response: 20 Hz - 80 kHz (-3 dB)
- Two low-cut filters: 20 Hz (permanent) and 150 Hz (switchable)
- Inputs: XLR-3F (balanced) and special socket for Active Y-Cable of the Colette modular system
- Outputs: XLR-3M (balanced); connection to unbalanced inputs without loss of signal level
- Headphone monitor output
- Gold-plated sockets and switch contacts for long service life
- Glitch-free, automatic switchover to internal batteries in the event of AC power loss
- Runs on six AA batteries (included) or optional external DC supply (sold separately)
- Automatic shut-off if voltage gets too low
- Gold-plated sockets and switch contacts
- Aluminum Housing
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz to 80 kHz (-3 dB) |
| Input Impedance | 20 kΩ |
| Input | Switchable between two XLR-3F sockets and special input for Schoeps KCY active cable |
| Maximum Input Level | @ 4 dB Gain: 14 dBV (5 Vrms) @ 0.5% THD @ 20 dB Gain: -2.2 dBV (780 mVrms) @ 0.5% THD |
| Gain | 4, 10, 20, 30, or 40 dB selectable |
| Maximum SPL | Varies by gain, up to 132 dB @ 0.5% THD |
| Equivalent Noise Level | 15.5-16.5 dB-A depending on gain |
| Leveling Indicators | 20 dB, -3 dB |
| Output | Impedance-balanced, transformerless; switchable between amplified mic signals and decoded M/S stereo signals |
| Output Impedance | 100 Ω |
| Maximum Output Level | 18 dBV (8 Veff) @ 0.5% THD |
| Load Impedance | Minimum 2 kΩ recommended |
| Headphone Output | Switchable monitoring, 32 to 2,000 Ω impedance, 1/4" stereo jack |
| Filter | Infrasonic (20 Hz, 18 dB/oct.) always on, switchable low-cut (150 Hz, 6 dB/oct.), 80 kHz upper limit |
| Powering Options | Internal regulator, accepts 5.5 to 15.5 V input |
| Battery and Power | 6 x AA (Alkaline or NiMH), 3-12 hr life depending on type |
| External Power | Via AC adapter (VMS DC, sold separately) |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 6.3 x 2.3 x 6.7" (162 x 60 x 171 mm) |
| Weight | 2.4 lb (1.1 kg) with batteries |
Schoeps VMS 5 U Stereo Microphone Preamplifier
*Please note -- This pre-owned item may show signs of use. Please see photos for details of the product.
The Schoeps VMS 5 U Stereo Microphone Preamplifier is a portable microphone preamp that can be powered by either the 6 included AA batteries or an optional power adapter (sold separately). It has both a standard XLR input as well as a special socket that accepts the Active Y-Cable from the Colette modular system.
The VMS 5 U features a built-in M/S matrix for mid-side decoding and has switchable phantom power for use with condenser mics. It features 2 low-cut filters: a permanent 20Hz filter and a selectable 150Hz cut. The preamp can detect if voltage is too low and automatically shuts off. An automatic switchover quickly changes the power source to internal batteries if AC power is lost. A 1/4" headphone jack allows you to monitor directly from the preamp itself.
| Product Name | Schoeps VMS 5 U Stereo Microphone Preamplifier |
|---|---|
| Brand | Schoeps |
| Condition | Pre-owned |
| MPN | VMS5U |
| Shipping Option | Free Shipping to the Continental U.S. |
What's in the Box?
- Schoeps VMS 5 U Stereo Microphone Preamplifier
- Switchable phantom powering and M/S matrix
- Frequency response: 20 Hz - 80 kHz (-3 dB)
- Two low-cut filters: 20 Hz (permanent) and 150 Hz (switchable)
- Inputs: XLR-3F (balanced) and special socket for Active Y-Cable of the Colette modular system
- Outputs: XLR-3M (balanced); connection to unbalanced inputs without loss of signal level
- Headphone monitor output
- Gold-plated sockets and switch contacts for long service life
- Glitch-free, automatic switchover to internal batteries in the event of AC power loss
- Runs on six AA batteries (included) or optional external DC supply (sold separately)
- Automatic shut-off if voltage gets too low
- Gold-plated sockets and switch contacts
- Aluminum Housing
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz to 80 kHz (-3 dB) |
| Input Impedance | 20 kΩ |
| Input | Switchable between two XLR-3F sockets and special input for Schoeps KCY active cable |
| Maximum Input Level | @ 4 dB Gain: 14 dBV (5 Vrms) @ 0.5% THD @ 20 dB Gain: -2.2 dBV (780 mVrms) @ 0.5% THD |
| Gain | 4, 10, 20, 30, or 40 dB selectable |
| Maximum SPL | Varies by gain, up to 132 dB @ 0.5% THD |
| Equivalent Noise Level | 15.5-16.5 dB-A depending on gain |
| Leveling Indicators | 20 dB, -3 dB |
| Output | Impedance-balanced, transformerless; switchable between amplified mic signals and decoded M/S stereo signals |
| Output Impedance | 100 Ω |
| Maximum Output Level | 18 dBV (8 Veff) @ 0.5% THD |
| Load Impedance | Minimum 2 kΩ recommended |
| Headphone Output | Switchable monitoring, 32 to 2,000 Ω impedance, 1/4" stereo jack |
| Filter | Infrasonic (20 Hz, 18 dB/oct.) always on, switchable low-cut (150 Hz, 6 dB/oct.), 80 kHz upper limit |
| Powering Options | Internal regulator, accepts 5.5 to 15.5 V input |
| Battery and Power | 6 x AA (Alkaline or NiMH), 3-12 hr life depending on type |
| External Power | Via AC adapter (VMS DC, sold separately) |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 6.3 x 2.3 x 6.7" (162 x 60 x 171 mm) |
| Weight | 2.4 lb (1.1 kg) with batteries |
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