When you need to replace a basket or expand your Nano Shield Kit, look no further than the Single Pod Basket Half from Rycote. This 3.3", size A basket half can be combined with any other size Nano Shield basket half for custom combinations that can accommodate nearly any shotgun or small-diaphragm condenser microphone.

Lightweight and durable, these basket halves are constructed from semi-rigid synthetic materials that mix flexibility with strength and can be easily attached or detached with a simple push or pull thanks to the magnetic locking mechanism and extra-secure manual locking sliders. Layers of extra wind shielding can be added or removed as needed, meeting the needs of any indoor or outdoor shoot.

A-Type Basket Half for Nano Shield Kit    Intuitive Magnetic Locking System    Can Interlock with Any Size Basket    Manual Locking Sliders for Extra Support    3.3" Length    Light, Strong, Semi-Rigid Material    Compatible with Extra Shielding Layers

The Nano Shield kits use a unique magnetic locking basket design, which can be configured to fit various microphone sizes by simply swapping out basket halves. Each size of basket half can interlock with any other size. They also have two manual locking sliders to hold everything secure and noise free. Quickly and easily access mics by simply pulling the halves apart.

The Rycote Basket Halves can be combined in various ways to meet the needs of any shooting scenario. Whether you need to use short condensers or long shotguns, Rycote provides what you need to build your ideal kit. The following combinations are compatible with the following microphones:

• AA (max mic length = 2.3") - DPA 4018C, DPA 4018 MMP-ER, SCHOEPS CCM, SCHOEPS CMC-1L MK41, SCHOEPS CMC-1U, Sennheiser MKH 8040 / MZL
• BA (max mic length = 4.8") - Neumann KM 100 Series, Sanken CS-M1, SCHOEPS CMC-1 with Cut 1, SCHOEPS CMC-1 with Cut 60, Sennheiser MKH 8040 / MZX, Sennheiser MKH 8050 / MZX
• CA (max mic length = 6.1") - DPA 4017C, Rycote HC-15, SCHOEPS CMC 6 Series, SCHOEPS CMC 6 with Cut 60, SCHOEPS MiniCMIT, Sennheiser MKH 40, Sennheiser MKH 50
• CB (max mic length = 7.9") - Beyerdynamic MCE 85 PV, Sanken CS-1e, SCHOEPS CMC 6 with Cut 1, Sennheiser MKH 8060, RODE NTG5
• DB (max mic length = 10") - Audio-Technica AT 4073, Audio-Technica AT 835ST / BP 4029, DPA 4017B, Neumann KMR 81i, RODE NTG1 / NTG3 / NTG4, Rycote HC-22, Sanken CS-2, Sanken CS5-50, SCHOEPS CMIT5u, Sennheiser MKH 416, Sennheiser MKE 600, Sony ECM 670
• DC (max mic length = 11.2") - Audio-Technica AT 897, Beyerdynamic MCE 85 BA, RODE NTG2, RODE NTG4+, Sanken CS-3e, SCHOEPS Super CMIT, Sennheiser MKH 418, Sennheiser MKH 60
• DD (max mic length = 12.4") - Sennheiser ME66 K6 

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is there any way to switch out the cable to use with a mid-side mic like the Sanken CMS-50? Do you sell such a cable?

A: Yes, you can replace the cable that is included with the Rycote 010320 Super-Shield Kit for Shotgun Mics (Small). The Sanken CMS-50 Short M-S Stereo Shotgun Microphone has a 5-pin XLR output connector which requires a Y-cable that splits to two 3-pin XLR male connectors like the Sanken SC-532 5-Pin XLR Female to Dual 3-Pin XLR Male Adapter Y-Cable - 1' (B&H # SASC532), the Remote Audio 5-Pin Stereo XLR Female to Dual XLR Male Y-Cable - 18" (B&H # RECAXSTE), or the Sennheiser ACS5 5-pin XLR Female to Dual XLR Male Y Cable for MKH418S and MKE44P Microphones -6" (B&H # SEACS5). You can also make a custom cable yourself or have one made for you with the appropriate connector to fit the windshield and pistol grip.

Q: 2. Can you purchase extensions for this blimp?

A: A boompole such as : https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/326895-REG/K_Tek_KE_110CC_KE_110CC_Avalon_Series_Aluminum.html Additionally: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1044548-REG/rycote_010321_super_shield_kit_medium.html/accessories

Q: 3. Which size Rycote Duck Rain Cover would suit this?

A: Unfortunately there is not a Rucote Duck Rain Cover compatible with the Nano Shield Windshield Kit NS6-DD.

Q: 4. I have the Rode NTG3B which is 10 inches. Should I get the medium or large for the Rycote Super-Shield Kit for Shotgun Mics. Which one would fit better?

A: RYSSKM is directly compatible with the Rode NTG3B.

Q: 5. Can this screw onto a boom pole? If so, what are the thread specs?

A: Yes, the Blimp can be attached to a boompole, threading size is 3/8"

Q: 6. Would this Super-Shield be too large for the DPA 4018B?

A: This windshield kit should be compatible with this version of the 4018, https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1050594-REG/dpa_microphones_4018a_full_size_super_cardioid.html. Any other version may be too small.

Q: 7. I would like to remove the handle from this and mount it to a camera cage with a 3/8-16 or 1/4-20 screw. Would that be feasible by threading it through the hole the handle clamp screws through?

A: No problem grippper will attach to your rig as long as you have a 3/8 thread

Q: 8. will the new rode ntg5 fit?

A: Yes, it will fit the NTG-5, and Rycote also make a blimp specifically for that mic: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1544185-REG/rycote_010326_super_blimp_windshield_kit_for.html

Q: 9. Hi Works with MKH 8060 +MZF 8000 filter? Thanks!!! Renzo

A: No, The Rycote 010320 Super-Shield Kit for Shotgun Mics (Small) is for shotgun microphones up to 200mm long and it will not be able to accommodate the Sennheiser MKH 8060 when combined with the Sennheiser MZF 8000. The MKH 8060 is 178mm long and the MZF 8000 is 29mm long, which is 207mm when used together. Instead of the small Rycote Super-Shield, you can use the Rycote 010321 Super-Shield Kit for Shotgun Mics - Medium (B&H # RYSSKM) which accommodates mics that are 200 to 250mm long.

Q: 10. Is this compatible with Rycote Connbox 4 for Single Shank Stereo Microphones with 5-Pin XLR? (I have the AT BP4025 stereo mic)

A: No, the Rycote Nano Shield Windshield Kit is not compatible with Rycote connboxes.