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Sanken CU-M2M Ultra Small Unique Cardioid Microphone
Sanken CU-M2M Ultra-Small Cardioid Microphone
Ultra-Compact Professional Microphone for Film, Broadcast & Location Recording
The Sanken CU-M2M is an ultra-small, high-performance cardioid microphone designed for professional film, television, broadcast and location sound recording. Renowned for its compact size and exceptional audio clarity, the CU-M2M delivers focused, natural sound capture in situations where space, discretion and precision are critical.
Engineered by Sanken, a global leader in professional microphones, the CU-M2M is ideal for applications requiring a minimal visual footprint without compromising sound quality.
Precision Cardioid Performance in a Discreet Form Factor
Despite its extremely small size, the CU-M2M provides a tight cardioid pickup pattern, offering effective off-axis noise rejection and improved isolation of the desired sound source. This makes it well suited to dialogue capture, instrument recording and discreet mounting in challenging environments.
Its compact design allows placement in locations where traditional microphones are impractical, making it a versatile tool for modern production workflows.
Key Features & Benefits
Ultra-Small Cardioid Microphone
Exceptionally compact design for discreet placement and minimal visual impact.
Focused Cardioid Pickup Pattern
Helps isolate the sound source while reducing ambient and off-axis noise.
Natural, Detailed Sound Reproduction
Designed for clear, accurate audio capture in professional environments.
Ideal for Tight or Hidden Placements
Suitable for applications where space is limited or visibility must be minimised.
Professional-Grade Build Quality
Built for reliability in demanding film, broadcast and location workflows.
Trusted Sanken Engineering
Backed by Sanken’s reputation for precision and consistency.
Ideal Applications
Film and television dialogue recording
Broadcast and studio production
Location sound and documentary work
Discreet microphone placement
Instrument and focused sound capture
The Sanken CU-M2M is an excellent choice for professionals who need high-quality cardioid performance in an ultra-compact microphone.
Product Details (Summary)
Microphone Type: Cardioid condenser microphone
Form Factor: Ultra-small / compact
Brand: Sanken Microphones
Category: Professional microphones & location audio equipment
Why Choose Sanken?
Sanken microphones are trusted worldwide by sound professionals for their precision engineering, sonic accuracy and production-proven reliability. The CU-M2M exemplifies this legacy, delivering professional audio performance in one of the smallest cardioid microphone designs available.
Sanken CU-M2M Ultra Small Unique Cardioid Microphone
CU-M2M Included Accessories:
Vinyl Case
Model Name
CU-M2M
Transducer
Self-Polarized Condenser
Directivity
Cardioid
Frequency response
20Hz – 20kHz
Sensitivity (nominal at 1kHz)
-28dB (39.8 mV), (0dB=1 V/Pa)
Equivalent noise level
17dB SPL (A weighted)
Max SPL(1% THD)
135dB SPL
Output impedance( 1kHz )
140 ohms
Powering
+48V phantom ±4V U.P.F
Current consumption
2.4mA (typical)
Weight Microphone
47g/ 1.7oz
Dimensions Microphone
76mm x 19mm(D)
3in x 0.75in (D)
Surface finish
Matte black
Connector
XLR-3M
( 1:GND, 2:A-Hot, 3:A-Cold)
The Sanken Chromatic series of six professional studio microphones provide musicians, sound designers, engineers and producers with the ultimate set of pure, transparent sounding mics for a wide variety of applications. They are designed and meticulously engineered in Japan using the latest technology and include many innovative features such as membranes impervious to humidity and temperature change. The result is a set of mics that have phenomenal frequency response, accurate off axis response, exact patterns, minimal proximity effect, low noise and high SPL tolerance.
Quite simply they are the most natural sounding mics available today that translate the sound you hear and love in the studio to the actual recording. Capture that great voice, that amazing sounding piano, or that powerful acoustic guitar. There are many tools and choices to color the sound during the mix.
Sanken Chromatic mics capture what the musician is actually playing or singing with vivid reality.
Sanken History
Sanken Microphone Co., Ltd. is one of the leading professional microphone manufacturers in Japan. The company was established in 1926, creating microphones for professional use. In 1933, Rihei Takeuchi, a founder of the company obtained his first patent for the antiagglomeration of carbon particles in carbon microphones, and generations later the Takeuchi family carries on a tradition of scientific craftsmanship.
In 1975, the CMS-2 M-S type microphone was developed, the first in a range of high quality professional studio microphones known in the USA as Sanken Chromatic. The CMS-2 was their first mic to use a titanium diaphragm resistant to temperature changes and humidity. The CU-41 was introduced in 1982 with an innovative two way capsule for low and high end frequency capture. Other mics in the Sanken Chromatic range followed at the turn of the 21st century with the latest addition, the CU-51, becoming available in 2016.
In its 90 year history the company has mastered the art and technology of engineering the purest most transparent sounding mics.
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