Schoeps CMIT 5 U Shotgun Microphone

The CMIT 5, manufactured by SCHOEPS, represents a paradigm shift in the realm of shotgun microphones since its initial launch. This microphone's directivity exhibits a gradual and consistent increase as the frequency rises, resulting in a remarkably well-balanced sonic characteristic. Furthermore, the CMIT 5 effectively mitigates the impact of off-axis sounds by gently and consistently attenuating their volume, enabling neutral recording and minimizing the influence of movement during boom operation. Notably, despite its physical length, the CMIT 5 surpasses expectations by offering a significantly enhanced level of directivity. Moreover, the versatility of the CMIT 5 extends beyond its primary purpose, as it can be utilized for recording music, including opera performances, if desired.

Similarly, the MiniCMIT offers comparable functionality to the CMIT 5 but in a more compact form factor, making it particularly suitable for deployment alongside digital wireless transmitters.

Includes

• CMIT 5 U Shotgun Microphone
• W 140 Foam windscreen
• SG 20 Mic Clip
• Polished wood case

Features

• Interference tube takes effect at a relatively low frequency without the pickup pattern becoming too narrow at high frequencies
• Excellent sound quality makes it a great all-purpose microphone, even for use as a spot microphone at music recordings
• Extremely light weight, robust metal housing
• Strong immunity to wind noise
• Directional pattern which remains the same in both the vertical and horizontal plane
• Three pushbutton-activated filters
• Balanced, low-impedance transformerless output allows interference-free operation even with very long cables
• Superior RF rejection

Specifications

• Directional pattern: Supercardioid / lobe-shaped
• Frequency range: 40 Hz – 20 kHz
• Switchable filters:
  • 80 Hz with 18 dB/oct.
  • 300 Hz with 6 dB/oct.
  • 5 dB lift at 10 kHz (shelving)
• Sensitivity: 17 mV/Pa
• Equivalent noise level (filters off): 14 dB-A*, 24 dB CCIR**
• Maximum sound pressure level: 132 dB SPL at 0.5% THD
• Polarity: An excursion of the diaphragm towards the back electrode (positive pressure phase) leads to a positive signal at pin 2.
• Powering: 48 V ± 4 V phantom
• Current consumption: 4.4 mA
• Maximum output voltage: 1.3 V (at 1 kHz, 1 kOhms)
• Output impedance: 50 Ohms
• Recommended load impedance: 600 Ohms or greater
• Dimensions: Length: 251 mm,
• Diameter: 21 mm
• Weight: 89 g (3-1/8 ounces)
• Surface finish: Anodized
• Color: Blue