A tiny studio microphone with a large-diaphragm capsule and groundbreaking features.

CM-1; the latest addition to Teenage Engineering's field system.

A versatile studio quality, ultra-portable microphone that comes with a built-in professional SUB-C audio interface with built-in preamp. Add a 3.5 mm jack and a 48v phantom powered mini XLR, and you have a truly one-of-a-kind battery-powered studio microphone.
A rarity in the field.

Large-diaphragm capsules are preferred for professional recording, but are rare within the world of portable equipment. CM-15 features an ESS sabre analogue-to-digital converter, preserving high-fidelity sound and capturing exceptional detail in any recording situation.

Clean, mean and lean mic-machine.

Clean, rich, transparent and natural sound. Period.

Use the gain switch on the back for padding those mean drums, or the other way around. Battery-powered with an integrated audio interface and preamp, cm-15 is always ready to use wherever you like to record. In other words: 'lean operation'.

CM-15 includes a standard 1 / 4" and 3 / 8" adapter, making it universally compatible with standard mic stands and tripods.

The included adapter allows for a 90- to 110- tilt, so you can mount the mic onto a boom arm or to better record overheads. Use tripod mini for portable setups (available separately).

Dynamic sound for any occasion.

Teenage Engineering's first microphone also means a unique sound quality to discover.

Rich, transparent and natural, cm-15 captures clear and clean sound for professional audio productions, always ready to set up wherever you like to record.

Pure craftsmanship.

CM-15 is an incredibly versatile microphone, both inside and outside the studio. The large-diaphragm condenser capsule essentially means you get a better signal, so there is less noise and better depth of sound.

Vocal recording

As a directional mic, CM-15 is perfect for the vocal booth, focused on picking up sounds in front of it.

Instrument recording

With the flattest frequency response at a 50 cm distance, CM-15 is perfect for capturing a variety of instruments, including your drum kit.

Interview / podcast

CM-15 is great for podcasts and interviews, where high audio quality and portability is necessary.

Field production

With a compact form factor and 10 hour rechargeable battery, it's a great tool for every 'trip'.

Camera mic

When filming with a video camera, connect CM-15 through the line out to record synced audio directly.

Multi-use connectivity.

CM-15 has multiple outputs that can be used simultaneously:

mini XLR, 3.5 mm jack and USB-C. It can also be powered three ways, through phantom power, battery or USB-C, instantly detecting the right power source for your connected device.

On the bottom side of CM-15, you will find three audio outputs: mini XLR, 3.5 mm jack and USB-C. The built in table stand can be used to rest and angle the microphone on a surface.

CM-15 includes a mini XLR to XLR cable for connecting to your recording console. The 3.5 mm jack can be used with headphones, while USB-C is used for digital audio interface connection, firmware updates and charging.

Technical specifications

CM-15 highlights

1-inch large-diaphragm capsule
10 hour rechargeable battery
48 V phantom power compatible pseudo-balanced mini xlr output
dual mono 3.5 mm jack line output
USB-C class compliant device with high performance
ESS sabre ES9822Q PRO analogue to digital converter

Dimensions and weight

90 mm x 65.5 mm x 19 mm
132 g / 54.6 oz

Audio characteristics

Self noise: 14 dBA

Max SPL for 0.5% THD: 138 dB
USB SNR dBA FS: 120 dB
Polar pattern: supercardioid
Polarity: positive

The field system.

CM-15 is part of Teenage Engineering's ultra-portable sound recording and performance system. All battery-powered, rechargeable via USB-C and with full interconnectivity (MIDI and high resolution audio). Compatible with iOS, macOS, and windows it's the most powerful, highest quality, portable system in the world 'as we know it'.