Topic: Brian, did you get any word on the lemosax?

[VA_TAPER]

SSIA, the idea of MK5s->Lemosax->modSBM-1 intrigues me =)

[Brian Skalinder]

For those who don't know, the Lemosax allows mic capsules to be run directly to the SX-M2 without the need for mic bodies.  I know the Lemosax is available for Schoeps MKx caps.  This model is also available for other mics, like the Neumann AKxx.  Not sure about AKG, but...maybe?

The only retailer I could track down who had even a clue about the Lemosax was Jerry Bruck at Posthorn.  The Sonosax model designation for the Lemosax is:  SX-M2/LS2.  This isn't so much a modification as kind of a sub-product of the standard SX-M2.  For MKxx capsules, it requires the following Schoeps cable: KCY250/Xlg, where X is the cable length in meters.

This combo is NOT cheap new.  The SX-M2/LS2 runs right around a grand, and the KCY250/Xlg cables are around $500 (Schoeps cable prices kill me).  My guess is the Neumann and other manufacturer's cables (if available) are less expensive, but I don't know offhand.

Be prepared to pay full price on the preamp because [1] not a lot of discounting going on as it's a fairly rare unit, [2] you'll have a tough time finding them used as they tend to be handed around person-to-person as people finish with them.

[Tim]

the lemo sax is available for neumanns.... I have a few Phish tapes done with it

[Rick]

When I contaced Sonosax, they said they would do the *modification* for $350 if you already had a unit. They also told me that they had some in stock too. This was only a couple of months ago... Brain, did hear diferently?

If you already had Schoeps Caps and a SX-M2.... it wouldn't be so bad.... if Sonosax will even do the *modification*

[Brian Skalinder]

When I contaced Sonosax, they said they would do the *modification* for $350 if you already had a unit. They also told me that they had some in stock too. This was only a couple of months ago... Brain, did hear diferently?

I initially contacted Sonosax directly and had a helluva time getting answers out of them.  After getting fed up with non- and mis-communication working directly with Sax, I spoke with Jerry at Posthorn who answered *all* my questions.

Interesting about the $350 for modding existing units.  The information I received direct from Sax was internally conflicting as to whether or not this was even doable.  At any rate, a used Sax at around $600 + the mod is pretty damn close to what a new Lemosax would cost, anyway.  It's the damn cables that are the killer!

[Rick]

It took them a couple of days for them to repsond to me, but the guy I talked to always asnwered my questions... Hmmm I wish I had his e-mail still....

The cables are why I gave up on this idea