Schoeps Cmit 5

A Benchmark in Boom Microphone Recording from Schoeps

Since its launch, the Schoeps CMIT 5 has established itself as a new standard among high-end shotgun microphones. Its interference tube design offers directivity superior to what is expected from a microphone of this length, while maintaining a balanced sonic signature. Its vertical/horizontal polar symmetry guarantees a consistent timbre, even during rotations on the axis.

For Whom and For What Uses?

Designed for sound mixers, boom operators, broadcast engineers, and documentary sound recordists, the CMIT 5 excels in cinema, TV, reportage, and theater. It also shines in music-at the opera or in the orchestra pit-when enhanced directivity is required in confined or reverberant spaces, while remaining natural and precise.

Key Features for Demanding Shoots

Directivity and Off-Axis Neutrality

The smooth progression of directivity across the entire spectrum results in excellent rejection of ambient noise without coloration. Localized events remain faithful, reducing movement effects during boom recordings.

Intelligent Built-In Filters

The CMIT 5 integrates three switchable treatments directly in the microphone: a +5 dB presence boost at 10 kHz to restore clarity on distant voices, a low-cut filter at 80 Hz (18 dB/oct.) to attenuate handling and wind noise, and a proximity filter at 300 Hz (6 dB/oct.) to control bass buildup depending on distance.

Reliable Connectivity and RFI Shielding

Phantom power P48, XLR-3 output, and Schoeps' "RFI Shield" ensure universal compatibility, long cable runs without loss, and excellent immunity to radio frequency interference-a major advantage on crowded RF sets.

Technical specifications

Frequency response - start	40 Hz	Directivity	hypercardioid
Frequency response - end	20 kHz	Connection	XLR
Category	Shotgun Microphone	Color	Blue

Frequency response	40 Hz - 20 kHz	Output impedance	50 ohms
Sensitivity	-35 dB (V/Pa), 18 mV/Pa	Recommended minimum load impedance	1 kOhm
A-weighted equivalent noise	13 dB	Maximum cable length	over 400 m
CCIR equivalent noise	24 dB	Common mode rejection at 1 kHz	greater than 65 dB
Signal-to-noise ratio	81 dB	Output	XLR-3M, analog, 1 channel
Maximum sound pressure level (THD below 0.5%)	131 dB SPL (P48)	Power supply	P48, valid voltage above 34 V
Maximum output voltage	1.3 V (2.5 dBV) on 1 kOhm load	Current consumption	4.4 mA (P48)
Presence boost	switchable, +5 dB at 10 kHz	Schoeps RFI Shield	yes
Low-cut	switchable, 80 Hz, 18 dB/oct.	Dimensions	251 x 21 mm
Proximity filter	switchable, 300 Hz, 6 dB/oct.	Finish	blue