Teenage Engineering CM-15 – Portable Large-Diaphragm Condenser Field Microphone

The CM-15 is a remarkably compact, full-featured condenser mic designed for on-the-go professionals. Combining a 1-inch Peluso capsule with USB-C audio conversion, built-in preamp, phantom power, and rechargeable battery, it delivers studio-grade sound in a travel-ready body.

Key Features

• 1-inch Peluso condenser capsule: Large-diaphragm design delivers rich, clear recordings with low noise
• Multiple power options: Runs on 48 V phantom, USB-C bus power, or its built-in rechargeable battery (~10-hour life)
• Triple outputs: Mini-XLR, 3.5 mm line out, and USB-C—all usable simultaneously
• High-quality audio conversion: ESS Sabre ES9822Q PRO A/D converter with clean audio fidelity—ideal for recording mobile or studio
• Analog pad/gain switch: −18 dB pad to +18 dB gain for taming loud sources while keeping low noise
• Built-in stand and mount adapters: Includes desktop kickstand and adjustable ¼″ & ⅜″ mount for flexible placement
• Lightweight & compact: Measures 90 × 65.5 × 19 mm and weighs just 132 g

Customer Benefits

CM-15 lets creators capture superior sound wherever they are—without audio interfaces or adapters. Its intuitive gain control, multiple outputs, and flexible mounting make it ideal for field recording, studio vocals, podcasting, or overhead capture on drums. Whether capturing ambient textures or lead vocals, CM-15 handles it all with ease.

Quick Specs

• Polar pattern: Supercardioid
• Max SPL: 138 dB (0.5% THD)
• Noise floor: 14 dBA
• Impedance: XLR 600 Ω; line out 300 Ω
• Battery life: Up to 10 hours
• Dimensions: 9 × 6.55 × 1.9 cm
• Weight: 0.132 kg

What’s in the Box

• Teenage Engineering CM-15 microphone
• Textile mini-XLR to XLR cable
• USB-C cable
• Universal mic stand adapter (¼″ and ⅜″)
  
• Reusable plastic storage box

Use Cases / Ideal For

Perfect for mobile musicians, podcast hosts, field-recording creators, and videographers. It excels with studio vocals, acoustic instruments, interviews, or camera-mount setups. Record high-fidelity sound with minimal gear anywhere.

Compatibility

Works with any DAW via USB-C (class-compliant). Output simultaneously via XLR for recording and 3.5 mm for on-camera or line input. Compatible with tripod mini or standard stands using included adapter.

Pros & Cons

✅ Pros:

• Studio-quality sound in a pocket-sized chassis
• Versatile outputs and mounting options
• Wide power flexibility—phantom, USB, or battery

⚠️ Cons:

• No onboard warmth or coloration—very neutral tone
• Limited to a single fixed polar pattern (supercardioid)

The Teenage Engineering CM-15 blends professional sound quality with elegant portability, making field recording and studio work feel seamless and stylish.