i would like to learn more about possible configuration that you are
suggesting. may i ask you if you have any links, preferably with pictures
where i can learn more information how to assemble this kit with mounting
two schoeps CMC-5 bodies parallel to each other in the rycote windshield?
The bottom half of this page:
www.schoeps.de/E-2004/windscreens-baskets.html
shows how the Schoeps Collette series capsules or miniature series
mics fit in a comparatively small windscreen. This shows am MS
configuration, but I have also seen XY mounts for this sort of screen,
using active capsules.
In the scenario I mentioned with the bodies parallel in the zeppelin,
I did this with a rental Rycote, using a pair of AKG 451's with A51
swivel joints. The clips to hold the 2 mics next to each other were
available from the rental company, so it was a standard part, although
this was some 10 years ago. The result was "near coincident", since
the capsules swiveled away from one another. Unfortunately, the 451's
quickly packed it in on location in a Costa Rican jungle, so I can't
comment on the efficacy of the overall package. A spare AT825 electret
mic held up in the high humidity & saved the day, providing
acceptable, though not spectacular results.
btw, i already own rycote windshield kit 4, will it be suitable for schoeps
mics?
If pursuing an XY pattern, the main concern is how far the capsules
swing away from the body with the swivel attachment. There is
obviously very limited space inside the Rycote. If you're doing MS
space isn't such a problem, since the bodies will be one atop the
other.
what kind of schoeps capsules would you recommend for my
application?
MK 5?
I'm most familiar with the MK4 cardioid, but I would want to try an MS
application, so a figure8 & a cardioid or hypercardioid would be my
first choice.
thank you very very much! the problem with me here is also that i cannot
test anything because nothing is available for rent or test here in latvia.
these mikes are also not available for sale directly in any of the audio
shops that i know of. so for me it's all theory for now, and thus i ask
people for advice. last summer i have been using rode nt4 stereo condenser
in a rycote wind kit 4 and i decided to move step ahead in terms of quality.
Since all of this is rather expensive gear, it might be worthwhile to
take a lovely vacation by train to Germany & hang out in one of the
major audio dealers to get some hands on with the equipment before
committing to a big purchase.
Scott Fraser