SMST-01 Scout - Stereo Field Recording Microphones

  Serious Microphones SMST-01 Scout

Currently shipping in limited batches - handmade with care.

Plug in. Press record. Capture the world.

The SMST-01 Scout is built for anyone who wants professional stereo audio without the complexity. Connect directly to a portable recorder or camera with a 3.5mm input or pair it with a simple adapter for smartphone use.

It comes ready to use: complete with Serious Suspensions for vibration isolation, Serious Windscreens and Serious Shields for wind and plosive protection. Just add your recorder and something to mount them on.

Whether you’re a field recordist, content creator, audio enthusiast taking their first serious steps, or a pro who wants a smaller setup, the Scout gets out of the way and lets you focus on the sound.

Each SMST-01 Scout is handmade with care and precision, offering a rich stereo image, low noise, and rugged reliability, whether you’re in the studio or out in the wild.

What’s Included:

• 1x SMST-01 Scout Stereo Microphone Pair (3.5mm TRS Neutrik)
• 2x Serious Suspensions (vibration isolators)
• 2x Serious Windscreens
• 2x Serious Shields (foam pop filters)
• 1x Small transport bag

Optional Add-ons:

• 📱 Smartphone Bundle — includes a MOVO UCMA-1 USB-C adapter for iPhone and Android compatibility, so you can record straight from your phone with no extra equipment needed (provides 3.5mm stereo input with plugin power - tested by us!)
• 🌿 Tree Huggers Bundle — attach your mics to trees, branches, or any surface for hands-free nature recording. Makes the Scout even more versatile in the field.

Full Specifications:

Sensitivity: -24 dB

Power: 3V Plugin Power (3.5mm Stereo Jack)

Output Impedance: 2.2 kΩ

Current: 500 µA

Noise: 80 dB SNR (14 dBA EIN)

Frequency: 20 Hz - 20 kHz

Max SPL: 110 dB

Pickup Pattern: Omnidirectional

Operating Temperature: -30°C to +70°C

Cable: 1m Premium Mogami

Connector: Neutrik 3.5mm TRS Stereo Jack (90° angled)

Compatible with: Portable recorders, DSLR and mirrorless cameras, smartphones (with adapter), Zoom, Tascam, Sony, and most devices with a 3.5mm input and plugin power.

Packaging:
Packaged in eco-friendly, recyclable materials: because we care about the world we record.

International Shipping (EU + Worldwide) 🌍

All orders are shipped from the UK.
For EU and international customers: import VAT, customs fees, or handling charges may be applied by your local postal service upon delivery. We’re currently working on streamlining EU shipping through IOSS to make this process smoother.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.