Comparing Oktava MK-012 omni and Schoeps MK2h, also spaced pair vs. ORTF

10 June 2026

Recording neighborhood church bells and city park ambience to compare Oktava MK-012 omnis with much higher priced Schoeps MK2H in spaced pair config. Also comparing spaced pair with ORTF with similar mics (Oktava MK-012).

Equipment

• 2x Schoeps MK2H
• 2x Oktava MK-012 w/omni capsules
• 2x Oktava MK-012 w/cardiod capsules
• Zoom F8n Pro

Software

Ardour 9