The Neumann MC 2 is the cello clip for the Neumann Miniature Clip Mic (MCM) system. Instead of clamping to the body, it fixes the MCM capsule and gooseneck to the strings of a cello below the bridge, placing the microphone close to the source where it captures a focused, natural tone with good isolation from neighbouring instruments. It accepts string diameters from 0.6 mm to 2.3 mm and weighs just 12 g. It is an accessory only: the MCM capsule, gooseneck and connection cable are not included and are ordered separately to build a complete system. The gooseneck holder rotates and locks in 45-degree steps so the capsule can be aimed accurately, and the clip is finished in black to stay unobtrusive on stage. Typical users are live sound engineers, orchestras, theatre pits, worship teams and studios that want a discreet, repeatable close-miking position that moves with the instrument and keeps the player free to perform.