This cardioid capsule, with its main axis along its side is designed for the very closest speech pickup, i.e. directly in front of the speaker's mouth. Its low-frequency rolloff is compensated by proximity effect. Thus it has (up to the point of its high-frequency emphasis) a flat frequency response for the speaker's voice, while showing a rolloff at low frequencies for all sound that originates from a greater distance. As a result, background sounds are picked up less strongly than the person speaking.

• Cardioid pattern, side-adressed
• For pickup of speech or music at close range (under 20 cm), otherwise the sound may become "thin"
• Moderate low frequency attenuation

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How’s the rear and side rejection? Thx for your time in advance

A: Thank you for your question. This microphone features a Lobar/Supercardiod pattern for excellent rear and side rejection

Q: 2. What are the differences between cmc1 and cmc1u? tks.

A: The "CMC 1 U" is the part identifier for the amplifier portion of the Schoeps CMC 1 (the body of the microphone), without any capsule. The Schoeps CMC 1 Microphone Amp, MK 41 Supercardioid Condenser Capsule, and Cinela Windshield (Matte Gray) includes the amplifier, the MK 41 capsule, and a windshield.

Q: 3. will it fit the CMC 1 with both the cut 60 and mk 41?

A: Yes, this should work with the CMC1, Cut 60, and MK41 capsules together.

Q: 4. What are the differences between this set and the CMIT 5u?

A: The Schoeps CMIT 5U is a 9.9" shotgun microphone with a supercardioid and lobar pickup pattern while the Schoeps Colette Mono Kit is a compact Colette Series modular supercardioid condenser microphone bundle that includes the modular MK41 Supercardioid Condenser Microphone Capsule, the CUT 60 Low-Cut Filter for Colette Series Microphones CMC 1, and the CMC 1 U Miniature Colette Microphone Amplifier. The mic capsule is only 0.9" and the mic amp is 1.4".

Q: 5. Hey sound guys and cam ops, what if i put this on my camera top? for run and gun documentary filming? Will there be difference?

A: The Schoeps MiniCMIT is a high-quality short shotgun microphone that can be camera-mounted and used for run-and-gun documentary filming with excellent results.

Q: 6. Does it come with any kind of protective case?

A: No, a case is not included with the MK 41 capsule.

Q: 7. Why does this description contradict itself re: midrange frequencies and off-axis performance?

A: I apologize for any confusion with the product overview. Our web team handles these issues and will be happy to review. Each product page also features a link at the bottom, in which you are able to submit if you believe there is an error on the page. If there are any details or specifications you are unclear on, the manual is attached to the product page for reference. A Representative in our Pro Audio Department will be happy to assist you with any questions as well. Please call 800-606-6969.

Q: 8. does the dead cat come with this?

A: Yes, a dead cat style windshield (windjammer) is included with the Rycote Windshield 9 Kit CMC 1 Modular Windshield for Schoeps CMC 1 Microphone.

Q: 9. No headphone jack? If recording with a modern iPhone, no way to monitor except maybe high latency bluetooth headphones.

A: The MK4 is a large diaphragm condenser mic which requires 48V phantom power. It can not be connected directly to an iPhone. However, you can connect it to an audio interface that is compatible with the iPhone and one that supplies phantom power such as the IK Multimedia iRig Pro I/O Audio and MIDI Interface for Mac, Windows & iOS (B&H # IKIPIRIGPROI). The MK4 will connect to the input on the interface and then the interface will connect to your iPhone's Lightning port. The interface has a built-in 3.5mm stereo headphone jack with its own level control to monitor the audio.

Q: 10. Can this be used on a Nikon Z9 Camera in Video Mode..?

A: No, the Schoeps CMIT 5U Shotgun Microphone Softie Kit is not natively compatible with the Nikon Z9. You would need a preamp unit like B&H # BEDXAPRE.