Topic: Schoeps MK41 and ORTF?

[lyle]

Wondering if anyone uses ORTF with MK41's? I've read Most like DIN/NOS but how much difference is there and does anyone like these run ORTF? I am asking because I have the fixed ORTF MSTC 64g and want to see about adding the MK41's but not if this orientation produces poor results. Thanks for opinions.

[Brian Skalinder]

The ORTF config specifically calls for cardioids.  Running hypers ORTF may produce a "hole in the middle" effect due to the tighter pattern with the wide angle.  Give it a try and see if you like it.  IF you get the hypers, you might also consider:

<1> DIN and/or DINA Kwonbars
<2> Vark bar + SGC clips.

[lyle]

Thank. Yeah, thats what I was wondering. I'd like to know if people who've tried this actually hear a "hole in the middle" effect? Real life experience not theoretical.

[deadheaded]

ORTF refers to the spacing between the capsules. 17 centimeters
If you run cardioids they should be 17 cm apart at 110* angle
if you run hypercardiods the spacing is the same 17 cm but the angle should be 90*
I have been running mk-41's  ORTF for 15 years with some impressive results.

thanks
ed 

[eric.B]

ORTF refers to the spacing between the capsules. 17 centimeters
If you run cardioids they should be 17 cm apart at 110* angle
if you run hypercardiods the spacing is the same 17 cm but the angle should be 90*
I have been running mk-41's  ORTF for 15 years with some impressive results.

thanks
ed 

I would imagine the 17cm-90* spacing would essentially be PAS most of the time..  all obvious exceptions here and there.. 
and yes.. you can produce impressive results that way..     edit: especially witht he 41's

[creekfreak]

I am sure it would work fine...I have mostly used DINA, but have used ORTF a few times with good results