The original poster did specifically ask about Schoeps compact. In total answer to his question, yes they would be great for his application, as long as he is aware of the bass roll off issue (shouldn't be a problem for his application) and he has considered that MS rigs are more subsceptable to wind noise than say an omni set-up, however this shouldn't be a problem in a full rycote.

In fairness to John:

The MKH range is quieter than virtually any other mic available due to RF capsule/preamp design.

The response, however achieved, for the MKH 30 is pretty much text book, making it a near ideal side mic in a MS set-up. (however the original poster states that he owns one and wants something more compact for this application).

Soundwise they are comperable and I think John did say this, however, he then went on to say he'd personally bought the MKH, (perhaps he should have at this point explained his connection with Sennheiser. Own money or not, his Sennheisers, I am sure, are obtained at a very favourable rate).

Outside of the above, there are issues with almost all microphones when it comes to hostile (damp, humid) environments. I have heard of very rare issues concerning Schoeps, but never come across these with the MKH range from Sennheiser (YMMV). Perhaps it's a little too early to know if the 8000 range will be totally trouble free, hopefully yes.

Regards


Roland