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Schoeps MiniCMIT RAD-1 Set Short Shotgun Microphone with Radius RAD-1 Shockmount (Blue)

BH #SCMNCMTRAD1S • MFR #MINICMIT RAD-1 SET
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Schoeps MiniCMIT RAD-1 Set Short Shotgun Microphone with Radius RAD-1 Shockmount (Blue)
Key Features
  • Indoor Booming with Foam Windscreen Only
  • MiniCMIT Short Shotgun Microphone (Blue)
  • Radius RAD-1 Shockmount
  • Supercardioid/Lobar Polar Pattern
This Schoeps MiniCMIT RAD-1 Set combines a MiniCMIT short shotgun microphone (blue) with a Radius RAD-1 shockmount and a 3-Pin XLR jumper cable (9"). RAD-1 is ideal for indoors only—use the mic with a foam windscreen.
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Schoeps MiniCMIT Overview

This Schoeps MiniCMIT RAD-1 Set combines a MiniCMIT short shotgun microphone (blue) with a Radius RAD-1 shockmount and a 3-Pin XLR jumper cable (9"). RAD-1 is ideal for indoors only—use the mic with a foam windscreen.

Obtain the sonic characteristics of the highly regarded CMIT 5 in a compact and lightweight body with the MiniCMIT short shotgun mic, a top-tier performer for camera- or boompole-mounted use in film, TV, and location recording applications. Compliant with P12 and P48 phantom powering, the MiniCMIT can be used with professional and consumer devices. A fixed 24 dB/octave low-cut filter at 70 Hz ensures that excessive boom noise and rumble will be kept under control. Special construction and filtering effectively inhibits interference from various sources such as radio, TV, and cellular frequencies.

The MiniCMIT's supercardioid / lobe-shaped polar pattern yields directional characteristics that smoothly increase at higher frequencies while providing low off-axis coloration for natural sound at all angles. With low self-noise, moderate sensitivity, and high SPL handling, the MiniCMIT delivers sonic performance deserving of premium mic preamps.

Professional Sound Quality
The MiniCMIT features the same frequency response curve as the CMIT 5, allowing either microphone to be used without altering the sound. Thanks to a polar pattern that stays the same in the vertical and horizontal planes, the MiniCMIT produces consistent sound quality at any point of rotation.

With directionality that increases smoothly at high frequencies and a 60 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response, the MiniCMIT is optimized for neutral, transparent capture of dialogue, foley, sound effects, and instruments. Considering its low self-noise of 14 dBA and moderate sensitivity of -35 dB, it performs best with a clean, high-gain mic preamp.
Radius RAD-1 Shockmount
  • The RAD-1 suspension shockmount provides exceptional isolation from movement, handling noise, and other vibrations associated with booming. The mount has soft-coated universal mic clips to fit any mic 19 to 25mm in diameter.
  • It includes a pair of standard firmer hoops (black) and a pair of softer hoops (light blue)—so you can get the best isolation for your style of booming.
  • The base of this mount comes with a 360° rotatable XLR holder and 3/8" thread for use on boompoles, stands, or with quick-connect attachments. All of the components are produced using virtually indestructible thermoplastic elastomers. The RAD shockmounts are made in England.
RFI Shield
The MiniCMIT utilizes special construction and filtering to provide a high standard of measurable immunity from radio-frequency interference (RFI) caused by sources such as switching power supplies, lighting controls, AM/FM radio, digital radio and TV, cellular phones, and broadband communications.
P12 or P48 Phantom Powered
The MiniCMIT features a balanced 3-pin XLR output, low current draw, and support for P12 and P48 phantom power, making it compatible with a variety of professional and consumer devices such as handheld audio recorders, portable field recorders, mixer adapters, and cinema cameras.
Ideal for Boompole or Camera Mounting
Mount the MiniCMIT directly on a stand or boompole using the supplied mic clip, affix it to a camera with an optional shoe shockmount such as the Rycote InVision Video, or place it in the separately available Rycote INV-6 InVision shockmount to prevent the transfer of vibrations to the microphone when attached to a boompole.
Windscreen Minimizes Wind Noise
The MiniCMIT includes a foam windscreen to reduce unwanted wind noise from breezes, fans, heaters, and air conditioners. For maximum reduction of wind noise in indoor or outdoor environments, consider the Rycote Cyclone Windshield Kit (Small) blimp-style windshield and suspension system (available separately).

Schoeps MiniCMIT Specs

Key Specs
Microphone Type
Shotgun
Polar Pattern
Supercardioid
Element Type
Condenser
Controls
Low Cut/HPF
Frequency Response
60 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
130 dB (Phantom Power)
115 dB (Plug-In Power)
Analog Output
1x XLR 3-Pin Male
Power Sources
Phantom Power / Plug-In Power
Microphone
Microphone Type
Shotgun
Polar Pattern
Supercardioid
Element Type
Condenser
Sound Field
Mono
Orientation
End Address
Controls
Low Cut/HPF
Pad
No
Filter & EQ
Low-Cut Filter: 70 Hz, 24 dB/Octave
Circuitry
Solid-State
Performance
Frequency Response
60 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
130 dB (Phantom Power)
115 dB (Plug-In Power)
Equivalent Noise Level
14 dB (A-Weighted)
24 dB (CCIR)
Connectivity
Analog Output Connector
1x XLR 3-Pin Male
Cable Length
10.8" / 275 mm
Power
Power Sources
Phantom Power / Plug-In Power
Operating Voltage
24 to 48 V (Phantom Power)
11 to 12 V (Bias/Plug-In Power)
Physical
Color
Blue
Mounting Thread Size
3/8"-16 Female
Dimensions
ø: 0.8 x L: 5.9" / ø: 21 x L: 151 mm
Weight
2.8 oz / 78 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
3.15 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
14.6 x 14.55 x 3.35"

Schoeps MiniCMIT Reviews

Worth the money!

By TreyRaymond
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-09-05

Schoeps' mini shotgun mic is amazing on a boom pole or our fx6/fx3 setups. These microphones are seriously some of the best in the business. They are priced at a premium but if i had the budget for it, I would choose this microphone every single time.

Best Pro Dialogue Microphone

By Sean
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-07-03

Best piece of equipment I own, helped me shoot a short film in tangent with lavs. Got professional grade scratch & foley audio, would highly recommend.

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Can I mount this Windscreen Set directly on my ...

Can I mount this Windscreen Set directly on my camera (URSA Cine) which has 1/4" mounting holes?
Asked by: Davin
The Schoeps MiniCMIT Mono Pianissmo Set MiniCMIT Miniature Shotgun Microphone with Windscreen Set is designed to be attached to a boompole and the downward facing placement of the XLR connector would make attaching the unit to a camera exceedingly tricky. With the correct adapter to convert the 3/8-16" thread to 1/4"-20 such as B&H # IMCA109, however, the windscreen could be attached to a camera.
Answered by: Alex D
Date published: 2025-07-20

Will the Nimbus windshield sit against the front ...

Will the Nimbus windshield sit against the front clip of the mount close enough to have the four thin slots not blocked?
Asked by: John
Yes, the Nimbus windshield included with the Schoeps MiniCMIT RAD-2 Set Short Shotgun Microphone with Radius RAD-2 Shockmount and Nimbus Windshield (Blue) will fit properly over the Mini CMIT microphone, without blocking the four thin acoustic slots.
Answered by: Lisa S
Date published: 2025-08-31

Hey sound guys and cam ops, what if i put this on ...

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?
Asked by: Khoroldorj
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.
Answered by: Lisa S
Date published: 2023-06-09

Do the four thin slots (behind the array of wider ...

Do the four thin slots (behind the array of wider slots taking up the top half of the mic) need to remain uncovered?
Asked by: John
The Schoeps MiniCMIT RAD-2 Set Short Shotgun Microphone with Radius RAD-2 Shockmount and Nimbus Windshield (Blue) is made to mount behind all of the lines on the shotgun mic, but it does not need to be mounted behind the lines of the shotgun mic.
Answered by: David M
Date published: 2026-03-31

Since the MiniCMIT lacks built-in filters, can ...

Since the MiniCMIT lacks built-in filters, can anyone comment about this mic paired with the low cut filter in the Rycote Nano Windshield system?
Asked by: Danny
The Schoeps MiniCMIT Short Shotgun Microphone is compatible for use with the Rycote Nano Shield Windshield Kit NS2-CA for Microphones up to 6.1" Long (B&H # RYWKNS2CA264). The low-cut filter on the Nano Windshield should work effectively since it will function in line with the microphone.
Answered by: Lisa S
Date published: 2022-10-23

question

anyone have a preferred softie windjammer for this mic that doesn't add too much bulk to it? lots of the ones listed for accessories here are for regular length shotguns. thanks
Asked by: noah
I have a Rycote Softie that says 21/22 on the end of it. it works fine. it's about 8" (9" with the fur), there might be a little space inside, but it doesn't affect anything. I also did purchase the Kit H# RY086072, the dead cat that comes with it does not fit the zeppelin. it is about 6" too long. I had to have wardrobe dept modify to make smaller. I was told they don't make one that actually fits the zep. the minicmit does come with a nice blue foam windscreen fyi.
Answered by: Brian
Date published: 2021-02-18

What is the weight of the Radius RAD-2 shockmount ...

What is the weight of the Radius RAD-2 shockmount and the short Jumper XLR cable attached to it? Thanks
Asked by: John
For the included accessories with the Schoeps MiniCMIT RAD-2 Set Short Shotgun Microphone with Radius RAD-2 Shockmount and Nimbus Windshield (Blue), the RAD-2 shockmount weighs approximately 3.1 oz (87g) and the XLR jumper cable weighs approximately 2.1 oz (60g).
Answered by: Elliot A
Date published: 2025-09-26
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