Same as AL-ORTF-8000 but fitted with an extra centre microphone. It’s NOT and “LCR” system (see details below).
- L & R Mics: Cardioids (8040)
- Centre Mic generally chosen: Super/Hypercardioid (8050)
- The centre mic is detachable to let the (pseudo) XY configuration
- XLR7M connector
The side windshield for ORTF pairs (or ORTF + centre Mic)
In homage to Albert Laracine, tireless co-founder, craftsman and teacher of the ORTF stereophonic recording technique, here is the side windshield ALBERT.
The most standard versions of ALBERT (2CH) consist of two MINIX suspension modules, either adapted to the Schoeps CCM4 or the Sennheiser MKH 8040. The installation of the microphones is done by simple screwing on the support (plug inserted in the cradle). Alternatively, it is possible to orient and position the microphones using the XY technique (pseudo-coincidence).
Other versions of the ALBERT (2CH) can accommodate pairs of microphones, such as the Schoeps MSTC or CMC1, DPA 4011C, Nevaton MC59, LineAudio CM4…or others.
The three channel version, only for CCM4/41 or MKH8040/50, allows the addition of a central microphone but is not an academic “LCR”. The additional suspension module is easily mounted and removed from the internal bracket. The microphone cable ends in a detachable Binder plug.
According to the principle created by CINELA for all its windshields, the ALBERT cage is also suspended independently so as not to degrade the vibration isolation quality of the microphone suspensions.
Unlike using a coupling bar with two separate windshields, ALBERT allows the microphones to be housed in the same volume, which is beneficial to windshields effectiveness and signal coherence in the event of excessive residual wind noise.
VERSIONS and CONFIGURATIONS
The access to the microphones is done by removing the front part of the cage (four push fit fixings).
The rail-mounted suspensions (in green in the photos above) allow continuous adjustment of the distance and angle between capsules:
- Couple AB ORTF: 2 x Cardioids, 17 cm, 110
- XY pair: 2 x Cardioids, 90° (pseudo-coincidence)
- Special pairs (e.g. Hypercardioid, 20 cm max, 90° or AB omni: 2 x Omnidirectional, 20 cm max)
THREE CHANNELS VERSION (AL-TRI)
Requested by many users, ALBERT is also available in a three-channel version (CCM or 8000). In no way to be considered as an academic “LCR” system, the whole is in fact only the co-existence of an ORTF pair and a central channel within the same unit. ORTF or mono can then be chosen in post !
It is quite clear that a 100% level for each channel, feeding three LCR loudspeakers, inevitably causes the appearance of ghost images likely to provoke Albert Laracine’s justified dismay.
Detachable central module allowing XY configuration. Central microphone often chosen: Hypercardioid.
The conversion of an ALBERT 2CH to 3CH version is possible, but a little complicated (return to Cinela, in France). If you had the prospect of a future purchase of a third microphone, it is advised, from the beginning, to acquire a three-channel ALBERT version which will be operational at the arrival of the third microphone.
WINDPROOF COVERINGS
The first level of wind protection is provided by a primary fabric with high acoustic transparency (3D fabric: Same as Zephyx, unchanged since 2007). The frontal part is removable, which allows the opening of the cage. The choice of the Black/Grey colour offers a perfect L & R identification and better visual aiming.
The complementary fur (synthetic), to be added over the primary fabric, is offered in black/grey long pile (standard version) to reinforce the insulation of the microphones against more difficult wind conditions. The arrangement of the two colours, identical to the primary fabric, allows to keep the L & R marking.
DOUBLE AXIS SWIVEL
In order to maintain the correct orientation of the stereo pair in any situation, ALBERT is equipped with a two-axis swivel, with a single clamp (like Zephyx), for rapid adjustment in all angles, whether on a pole or on a stand.
WIRING
ALBERT ORTF : XLRM 5 pinout:
1 : ground
2/3 : +/- left channel
4/5 : +/- right channel
ALBERT TRI : XLRM 7 pinout:
1 : ground
2/3 : +/- left channel
4/5 : +/- center channel
6/7 : +/- right channel
The wiring of a 2CH ALBERT is fixed because it is linked to the suspension modules. In the case of a 3CH ALBERT, the central module is detachable (independent knob and Binder plug), but the 7-pin wiring (XLR7M) is to be shared in 2CH or 3CH use. Except in special cases, any servicing/upgrade on the wiring needs a return of the unit to the workshop.
ALBERT also hosts the Schoeps MSTC monobloc. Direct XLR5 M/F wiring (ultra shortened female plug). ALBERT also accepts a number of short body microphones in ORTF or XY stereo configuration such as the Schoeps CMC1U, CMC1L, DPA 4011C etc.
WIRING
ALBERT ORTF : XLRM 5 pinout:
1 : ground
2/3 : +/- left channel
4/5 : +/- right channel
ALBERT TRI : XLRM 7 pinout:
1 : ground
2/3 : +/- left channel
4/5 : +/- center channel
6/7 : +/- right channel
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