pverrando Posted May 30, 2015 Report Posted May 30, 2015 This is an idea I've been nursing along for the past 2 years, and gradually "rolled out" in January. Since then, I've upgraded about 70 CMC4 amplifiers to 48 volt phantom power, not with an adaptor circuit, but a rebuild of each CMC4 to a schematically correct CMC5 preamplifier. Each is thoroughly tested and adjusted to perform as well, and often better than the original T-power configuration. If you own one or more CMC4's that you'd like to use without the need for an external power supply or barrel adaptor, details of the upgrade are available at http://www.cmc4upgrade.com. Thanks Pete Verrando Quote
Ze Frias Posted May 30, 2015 Report Posted May 30, 2015 Pete is a genius. I know a few folks who got his mod done to their CMC4s, and are extremely happy with the results! Quote
Sound Grab Posted May 30, 2015 Report Posted May 30, 2015 I've had mine done by Pete. Works fantastic. Quote
Mario Cardenas Posted May 31, 2015 Report Posted May 31, 2015 Pete modified two of my CMC4s, the results are great. Terrific service, excellent communication. Quote
bmjord Posted June 2, 2015 Report Posted June 2, 2015 I had one upgraded in April. It works and sounds great. Quote
pverrando Posted June 10, 2015 Author Report Posted June 10, 2015 (edited) Here is a note I've been meaning to address regarding the upgrade, and will be adding to the website. Some Schoeps CMC4, CMC5, and early CMC6 amplifiers are known for RF "noise-up" issues from plug-on transmitters, remote focus transmitters, etc. The CMC4 upgrade, while adding ferrite beads to transistors T2 and T3 where they are found missing, does not specifically resolve all existing RF issues. I have successfully resolved plug-on RF issues on a custom basis. ( lead-in ferrite beads, increased internal shield coverage, filter capacitors). I have not, however, established a "solve-all" process for RF immunity as part of the CMC4 upgrade. If you plan to use a CMC4 upgrade with a Lectro or Zaxcom plug-on transmitter, let's talk about it first! Thanks for the generous endorsements! Pete Verrando http://www.cmc4upgrade.com Edited June 10, 2015 by pverrando Quote
Mark Spagnolo Posted June 20, 2015 Report Posted June 20, 2015 I just got my CMC 4 back from being upgraded by Pete and I am absolutely thrilled. It works and sounds great. This is a brilliant solution to the T12 issue without using cumbersome adapters. I plan on sending my other one in next opportunity. Quote
NYorker Posted June 29, 2015 Report Posted June 29, 2015 If only I could get the same conversion service for my Sennheiser T powered 416. I would be oh so happy. Quote
osborne456 Posted August 2, 2015 Report Posted August 2, 2015 Pete's 12vT to 48v conversions work flawlessly. Quote
berniebeaudry Posted August 21, 2015 Report Posted August 21, 2015 Just had this done and couldn't be more pleased! Thanks Pete my mic sounds great! Quote
Philip Perkins Posted August 21, 2015 Report Posted August 21, 2015 Just had 6 of them done by Pete, very happy. Waiting for his new Senn 416/816 T>p48 mods! phil p Quote
josephboyle Posted July 29, 2016 Report Posted July 29, 2016 I know this is a fairly old topic, but I just wanted to add my voice to the choir. Just had my CMC4 done last week and it sounds great. Pete does great work! Quote
Philip Perkins Posted July 29, 2016 Report Posted July 29, 2016 Pete converted my old-guy 416T too! Boffo! Quote
tourtelot Posted July 30, 2016 Report Posted July 30, 2016 Yep. The man does awesome work. Not only on this conversion stuff but he repaired a CMC5 of mine and it was back to me in a week instead of three months (!) when I send mics back to Germany. Don't get me wrong, Schoeps in Germany sends back a repaired mic, but I think no more repaired than the mic Pete did for me. Just my .02. D. Quote
John Blankenship Posted July 30, 2016 Report Posted July 30, 2016 Three CMC4s and a Sennheiser 816. I'm pleased to recommend Pete's work. Quote
berniebeaudry Posted July 30, 2016 Report Posted July 30, 2016 I bought a used CMC4 and had the mod done by Pete! Great sounding mic and great work! Quote
ryanpeds Posted August 8, 2016 Report Posted August 8, 2016 I bought a CMC4 with the mod and I recently bought a gvc and for some reason whenever I use the gvc it doesn't work but when I use the gvc with my CMC6 it works just fine. Anyone know why this might be happening? Pete, can this issue be resolved? Quote
wysey Posted October 10, 2021 Report Posted October 10, 2021 Does anyone know if Pete is still doing these upgrades? Quote
Paul F Posted October 10, 2021 Report Posted October 10, 2021 The website is still up. http://www.cmc4upgrade.com/cmc4upgrade.com.html His email - phantompowerupgrade@gmail.com Quote
Philip Perkins Posted October 11, 2021 Report Posted October 11, 2021 I sure hope so! I have 8 of his and a 416 from him too! Quote
Philip Perkins Posted October 13, 2021 Report Posted October 13, 2021 I contacted Pete about service for some mics he converted. He said he's not currently doing conversions due to family/health issues. I wish him well and very much hope he can get back to work soon both as a mic tech and as a working production sound mixer. Quote
JonG Posted October 14, 2021 Report Posted October 14, 2021 And I’ve been dragging my feet on converting some mics... Quote
JonG Posted April 19, 2022 Report Posted April 19, 2022 Does anybody else offer this service? I’ve got three that need to be converted. Quote
Philip Perkins Posted April 20, 2022 Report Posted April 20, 2022 I wish. It's a pretty specialized thing. Have you tried to contact Pete lately? Quote
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