Professional Compact Windshield System
The Mini-ALTO 180 grey fur complete kit represents a purpose-built solution for location sound professionals requiring maximum wind protection in a minimal footprint. This system combines the award-winning RAD-2 shock mount with an 85mm diameter windshield pod and high-performance fur cover.
Magnetic Pod Design
The windshield employs a two-part magnetic construction that enables rapid deployment between interior and exterior recording scenarios. The magnetic coupling system allows operators to attach or remove the windshield assembly in seconds without disrupting microphone positioning or boom operation.
At 85mm diameter, this represents the smallest full-coverage zeppelin windshield available for professional broadcast applications. Despite its compact dimensions, the system maintains acoustic performance comparable to larger traditional designs.
Wind Noise Reduction Performance
The grey fur windcover provides up to -40dB wind noise reduction when combined with the windshield pod. This performance level matches that of significantly larger pill-shaped windshields while maintaining the operational advantages of the compact form factor.
Without the fur cover, the windshield pod alone offers acoustic transparency suitable for interior recording while effectively managing boom swooshes and air movement around the microphone capsule.
RAD-2 Shock Mount Integration
The included RAD-2 shock mount delivers isolation from handling noise through a precision suspension system. Four pairs of suspension hoops provide graduated firmness levels: extra soft, soft, standard, and extra firm. This range allows operators to optimize isolation characteristics based on microphone weight, handling requirements, and environmental conditions.
The shock mount design accommodates the broad range of small condenser, short shotgun, and standard shotgun microphones commonly used in professional location recording. Professional windshield systems like this have become essential tools for broadcast and production environments.
Complete Kit Components
The kit includes the Mini-ALTO 180 windshield pod, RAD-2 shock mount assembly, grey fur windcover, smiley face adapter for microphone compatibility, and magnetic stowage holder with carabiner clip attachment. Two RAD cable straps provide additional cable management capability.
The magnetic stowage system enables secure transport and rapid access during production workflows. The carabiner clip integrates with standard equipment bags and boom pole accessories.
Microphone Compatibility Range
Compatible microphones include the Neumann KM 184, Rode NT5, Sanken CS-M1 and CMS-50, Schoeps CMC6 series including the CMD42-MK41 and MiniCMIT variants, and Sennheiser MKH50. Additional compatibility extends to Audio-Technica AT4021 and AT4022 models, DPA 4090/4091 capsules, and various Deity location microphones.
The smiley face adapter ensures proper capsule alignment and acoustic coupling across this microphone range. This adapter system maintains consistent performance characteristics regardless of the specific microphone model in use.
Professional Workflow Integration
Location sound recordists benefit from the rapid transition capability between indoor and outdoor recording scenarios. The magnetic pod system eliminates the handling delays associated with traditional windshield mounting while maintaining full wind protection capability when required.
Broadcast engineers appreciate the consistent acoustic signature provided by the system across varied environmental conditions. The graduated suspension options allow fine-tuning of handling characteristics to match operator technique and equipment configuration.
Construction and Durability
UK manufacturing ensures consistent build quality and material specifications. The magnetic coupling system maintains reliable operation through repeated attachment cycles while the fur windcover provides long-term wind protection performance.
The RAD-2 mount construction balances mechanical isolation with operational durability required for professional production environments. Spare suspension hoops extend operational life and allow replacement of worn components without full system replacement.
Care and Storage Considerations
The magnetic stowage holder protects the windshield pod during transport while providing immediate access during recording sessions. Regular inspection of suspension hoops ensures optimal isolation performance, with replacement recommended when elastomer materials show signs of degradation.
Fur windcover maintenance involves gentle cleaning with appropriate textile care methods. The magnetic pod sections require occasional cleaning of contact surfaces to maintain reliable coupling operation.
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