The Schoeps MiniCMIT MS Windshield Set Pianissimo is a premium microphone system designed for professional film, television, and field recording applications, offering exceptional sound quality in a compact and lightweight form factor.

Superior Audio Performance with the MiniCMIT Shotgun Microphone

The MiniCMIT shotgun microphone delivers the sonic precision of the renowned CMIT 5 but in a smaller and more portable body. Its supercardioid/lobar polar pattern ensures focused audio capture with minimal off-axis coloration, providing a natural and transparent sound profile. The microphone maintains consistency in both horizontal and vertical planes, ensuring reliable audio quality at any angle of rotation. Designed for professional-grade applications, the MiniCMIT operates with P12 and P48 phantom power, making it compatible with a wide range of professional and consumer audio equipment.

A fixed 24 dB/octave low-cut filter at 70 Hz effectively reduces low-frequency noise such as handling rumble and boom interference. Specialised construction and internal filtering provide strong resistance against radio frequency interference from external sources, including wireless communication devices and broadcast transmissions. With a frequency response ranging from 60 Hz to 20 kHz, low self-noise of 14 dBA, and moderate sensitivity of -35 dB, the MiniCMIT excels when paired with high-gain, low-noise microphone preamps.

Exceptional Bidirectional Capture with the Schoeps CCM 8 Microphone

The Schoeps CCM 8 microphone features a figure-of-eight polar pattern, making it a true dipole transducer that captures sound from the front and rear while rejecting signals from the sides. This directional characteristic remains stable across the frequency spectrum, ensuring consistent performance regardless of the source position. The microphone exhibits a proximity effect, increasing low-frequency response when placed closer to the sound source, which can be beneficial in controlled recording environments.

Compared to cardioid microphones, the figure-of-eight pattern of the CCM 8 captures a quantitatively similar balance of direct and reverberant sound. However, the rear lobe introduces a different tonal character due to the additional delay and dispersion of reflections in a reverberant space. The microphone's clear and neutral sound profile makes it an excellent choice for mid-side (MS) stereo recording setups, particularly when used alongside the MiniCMIT for professional stereo field capture.

Advanced Wind Protection with the Cinella Pianissimo Windshield System

The Cinella Pianissimo Windshield System provides robust wind noise reduction without compromising audio transparency. This lightweight yet durable enclosure consists of two interlocking sections that secure together at six points, ensuring a firm yet easily detachable construction. The aerodynamic ovoid shape enhances wind resistance, while the ample internal volume around the microphone's acoustic sections optimises performance in challenging outdoor environments.

The exterior is covered with a 2mm thick 3D fabric that serves as the first layer of wind protection while maintaining total acoustic transparency. This design effectively minimises unwanted wind interference, making it a reliable choice for outdoor recording in adverse weather conditions.

Versatile Powering and Connectivity Options

The MiniCMIT microphone features a balanced 3-pin XLR output and operates with low power consumption, making it highly efficient for use in the field. It supports both P12 and P48 phantom power, ensuring seamless integration with a variety of professional audio equipment, including portable field recorders, mixer adapters, and cinema cameras.

For mounting flexibility, the MiniCMIT can be attached directly to a boompole or microphone stand using the supplied clip. It can also be affixed to a camera using an optional shoe shockmount, such as the Rycote InVision Video, or placed in the Rycote INV-6 InVision shockmount for additional vibration isolation.

Comprehensive Wind Noise Reduction Accessories

The MiniCMIT includes a foam windscreen that reduces noise from breezes, fans, and HVAC systems. For enhanced wind noise suppression in demanding conditions, users can opt for the Rycote Cyclone Windshield Kit (Small), a blimp-style windshield and suspension system designed for maximum acoustic transparency and superior wind resistance.

Complete Set for Professional Stereo Recording

The Schoeps MiniCMIT MS Windshield Set Pianissimo includes all the necessary components for professional mid-side stereo recording. The package consists of the Schoeps MiniCMIT short shotgun microphone in blue, the Schoeps CCM 8 figure-of-eight microphone, and the Cinella Pianissimo basket windshield system (PIANI-2 LP), specifically designed for use with the MiniCMIT and CCM 8. Additional accessories include the SG 20 stand mount, W 140 b foam windshield in blue, a premium protective case for the MiniCMIT, a KS 5 U stereo XLR5 cable (2 metres), an AK SU/2U XLR5F-to-2XLR3M breakout cable, a premium case for the CCM microphone, an SGC, and a K 5 LU cable.

A Compact and Powerful Mid-Side Recording Solution

The Schoeps MiniCMIT MS Windshield Set Pianissimo delivers exceptional audio fidelity in a lightweight and compact form factor, making it an ideal choice for location sound professionals who require high-quality, interference-resistant, and wind-protected audio capture. Whether used for film, television, or field recording, this set provides the flexibility and performance needed to achieve outstanding results in any environment.