Mini-ALTO 115 Professional Windshield System
The Mini-ALTO 115 & RAD-2 Kit delivers professional wind protection in an exceptionally compact form factor designed for location sound professionals. This 115 grey fur complete kit combines the award-winning RAD-2 shock mount with an innovative magnetic windshield system that enables rapid deployment between interior and exterior recording environments.
Magnetic Two-Part Windshield Design
The Mini-ALTO 115 features a revolutionary magnetic pod construction that allows the windshield to be assembled or removed in seconds. At just 85mm diameter, this represents the smallest full-coverage zeppelin windshield available in professional audio recording. The magnetic system ensures secure attachment while maintaining quick access for microphone adjustments during active recording sessions.
Despite its compact dimensions, the system achieves wind noise reduction of up to -40dB when used with the included grey fur windcover. This performance level matches significantly larger traditional windshield designs, making the Mini-ALTO 115 suitable for demanding broadcast and field recording applications where space constraints would otherwise compromise wind protection.
RAD-2 Shock Mount Integration
The included RAD-2 shock mount provides exceptional isolation from handling noise and mechanical vibrations. The system includes four pairs of suspension hoops with varying firmness levels: extra soft, soft, standard, and extra firm. This range allows precise tuning of the suspension characteristics to match specific microphone weights and recording conditions.
Professional sound recordists can optimize the shock mount response for different boom pole materials, operator techniques, and environmental conditions. The modular hoop design enables field replacement and customization without requiring complete system replacement.
Comprehensive Microphone Compatibility
The Mini-ALTO 115 accommodates a wide range of professional condenser microphones including the DPA 2011, 2012, and 2015 series, Schoeps CCM series and CMC1-MK41 configurations, Sennheiser MKH8020 through MKH8050 models, and specialized microphones such as the Lom basicUcho. The included smiley face adaptor extends compatibility to additional microphone designs while maintaining secure mounting.
This broad compatibility makes the system valuable for rental houses and production companies maintaining diverse microphone inventories. The consistent mounting approach reduces setup time when switching between different microphone models during production.
Professional Field Recording Applications
Location sound professionals utilize the Mini-ALTO 115 for documentary production, broadcast news gathering, and film sound recording where traditional windshield systems would be impractical. The compact form factor reduces boom pole burden while maintaining professional wind protection standards. Interior use without the fur cover provides effective protection against boom swooshes and air conditioning airflow.
The system excels in cramped recording environments such as vehicle interiors, small rooms, and confined exterior locations where larger windshield systems would create visibility or movement restrictions. News crews particularly benefit from the rapid deployment capability when transitioning between controlled and outdoor recording environments.
Complete Kit Components
This 115 grey fur complete kit includes the Mini-ALTO 115 windshield assembly, RAD-2 shock mount with complete hoop set, grey fur windcover, smiley face adaptor for extended compatibility, magnetic stowage holder with carabiner clip, and RAD cable straps for neat cable management. The magnetic stowage holder provides secure transport and quick access during location work.
Professional users appreciate the included cable management components which maintain neat boom pole presentation while preventing cable strain and noise transmission. The carabiner-equipped stowage system integrates with standard production gear organization methods.
Acoustic Performance and Transparency
The windshield design maintains excellent acoustic transparency when used without the fur cover for interior applications. The open mesh construction minimizes frequency response impact while providing protection against air movement and proximity effects. When fitted with the grey fur cover, the system provides broadcast-quality wind protection suitable for exterior recording in challenging weather conditions.
Sound engineers can rely on consistent frequency response characteristics across the full range of deployment configurations, from bare windshield for controlled environments to full fur coverage for extreme weather recording.
Field Care and Maintenance
The modular construction simplifies field maintenance and component replacement. The magnetic assembly eliminates wear points common in threaded windshield systems while the removable fur cover allows separate cleaning and replacement. Suspension hoops can be changed quickly without tools, enabling immediate response to changing recording conditions.
Regular inspection of magnetic contact surfaces ensures reliable assembly, while the fur cover should be protected from excessive moisture and debris accumulation. The RAD-2 shock mount benefits from periodic cleaning of suspension points to maintain optimal isolation performance.
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