Schoeps MiniCMIT

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Schoeps MiniCMIT

Schoeps

MiniCMIT

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 401092
Brand: Schoeps
Model: MiniCMIT
Price: $2,253.90

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The MiniCMIT is a serious tool for location sound and focused instrument recording. Schoeps’ legendary sound quality is packed into a tiny, incredibly directional microphone – perfect for film crews, broadcast, or anyone needing pristine audio in challenging acoustic environments. Its directionality is its superpower, allowing for incredible isolation.

Product Description

  • Schoeps MiniCMIT
  • Shotgun Microphone
  • Compact condenser shotgun microphone with high suppression of diffuse noise
  • Well suited for recording music
  • Sound remains unchanged when the microphone is rotated around its longitudinal axis
  • Fixed lowcut at 70 Hz / 24 dB/oct
  • Frequency range: 70 - 20.000 Hz
  • P48 / > 24 V Phantom powering
  • Sensitivity: 16.5 mV/Pa
  • Sound pressure level limit: 130 dB
  • Dimensions: 151 x 21 mm
  • Weight: 78 g
  • Colour: Blue
  • Includes wooden case
  • tripod joint SG 20 and W 140B foam windscreen
PROS
  • • Exceptional off-axis rejection minimizes room noise effectively.
  • • Schoeps' renowned clarity and natural sound signature shines through.
  • • Compact size and lightweight design facilitate discreet mounting options.
  • • Robust build quality and premium materials ensure lasting durability.
CONS
  • • Limited polar pattern versatility restricts use in certain recording scenarios.
  • • Premium-priced, making it inaccessible for budget-conscious users.
  • • Fixed low-cut may not be ideal for all source material.

Product Video

Key Features

Mic Type Small Diaphragm Condenser
Polar Pattern Supercardioid
Frequency Range 70 Hz - 20.000 Hz
Max SPL 130 dB
Sensitivity 16.5 mV/Pa
Connector XLR
Weight 78 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The MiniCMIT offers a more compact and lightweight form factor, sacrificing some maximum SPL handling and a slightly different off-axis response compared to the full-sized CMIT 5.
The 70 Hz lowcut is subtle and well-implemented; it's designed to gently reduce rumble without significantly coloring the overall tone – it’s more of a gentle filter than a drastic cut.
While excellent for location, its hyper-directional nature can be utilized for vocal recording, but requires careful mic placement to avoid a 'distant' sound – best suited for controlled environments.

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