21cm Long Foam Sponge Windscreen Shotgun Cover for Microphone

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The Rycote Mini Windjammer is an ideal option for Rode Video Microphones with Rycote Lyre. Providing excellent wind diffusion with its high-quality synthetic fur, it’s the ideal partner for select product models manufactured by one of the most popular brands of video microphones. The Rycote Mini Windjammer is a slip-on fur cover that provides wind protection. The windjammer can be used solo, but was designed to be added on to Rode’s VideoMic NTG Windscreen for extra wind diffusion. NPR audio engineers tested the sound quality of these mic protection methods. If an engineer can fix your tape before it goes on-air, that’s ideal. Also engineer-approved are the cleaning and sanitization methods detailed below. Long shotgun microphone. Ideal for major broadcast and sporting events. Extreme directivity, reliabl...

Best Windscreens for Shotgun Microphones (Size and Budget) Best Windscreens for Shotgun Microphones (Size and Budget)

Another important measurement for a deadcat is diameter. Most mics are between 19-22 mm in diameter and will fit into most deadcats, but it’s best to confirm this before purchasing. We get this question all the time: “Are pop filters really necessary? Do I actually need a windscreen for a decent recording?” The honest answer is, “It depends.” The microphone is equipped with a selection of filters, including a high frequency boost, low frequency cut-off, and a -10dB attenuation pad. All these filter options are clearly marked and are accessible on the microphone’s base, making it easy to adjust your sound on-the-fly. Its built-in rechargeable battery is touted to last 150 hours, so you’ll never have to worry about this mic cutting off mid-take. The battery can be recharged using the micro-USB port recessed in the microphone’s XLR port, requiring only 2 hours for a full charge.The windscreen is excellent at reducing unwanted wind noise, while staying acoustically transparent like a pop filter. Rode’s DeadCat GO is appropriately named — it is a furry wind cover with dense shag. The DeadCat Go measures 7.08×2.75×2.75 inches and is compatible with most shotgun microphones. Key Specifications: Cut off the excess towards the handle. Then tape to keep the cover secure and reduce crinkling noise. This also makes the Cyclone lightweight. The entire basket, suspension system, and boom adapter weighs just 590g. Both the acoustic foam and synthetic fur are made from materials which are specially designed and manufactured for the purpose, and as a result up to 25 dB of wind-noise reduction without any adverse effect on High-Frequency. In addition the foam is not susceptible to UV or moisture damage, giving this product great longevity.

Microphone Windscreen vs Pop Filter: What’s the Difference? Microphone Windscreen vs Pop Filter: What’s the Difference?

When you’re deciding whether to use a windscreen vs pop filter, consider the situation first and foremost. It isn’t so much that one is better than the other, but that they each attempt to preserve the integrity of a recording under different circumstances. As a bonus, this Rode Blimp bundle already includes the Rode DeadWombat Windshield for added wind protection and a bunch of other accessories. Key Specifications: The Softie Windshield has become the industry standard for wind protection on location. Rycote is the most trusted brand of professionals for wind protection because of their build quality and performance. If you enjoyed this post and would like to help support Acoustic Nature, please consider "buying me a coffee" or becoming a Patreon with the buttons below.Lightweight short shotgun microphones featuring true externally-polarised condenser capsules. A wide bandwidth and controlled polar response, coupled with low-noise electronics, delivers excellent results for film and broadcast video applications. The NTG-1 is 48V phantom powered, with integral switchable HP filter and has an XLR connector. The Rode WS6 Deluxe Windshield provides excellent noise protection against high wind and adverse weather conditions. The slip-on design of the WS6 features dimensions that accommodate any shotgun microphone with a length of 280mm and a diameter of 22.5mm. The DeadCat is a high-performance windshield for the RØDE VideoMic. Designed for use in windy recording environments, it features high-quality artificial fur that is acoustically transparent. Reporters and producers in the field: You don’t want to wave unprotected gear in an interviewee’s face — for everyone’s sake.

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Rinse the soap residue out of the windscreen. Again, try not to bend or twist large, fuzzy shotgun windscreens too severely. You can gently squeeze to rid the windscreen of excess water. Remove as much excess water as possible to keep drying time manageable. It also comes with the Rode pistol grip for hand-held recordings. Alternatively, it can be mounted to a mic stand or boom pole via standard 3/8” thread. The DeadCat GO by Rode is one of the more cost-friendly windscreens for microphones. The DeadCat GO windscreen is useful both indoors and outdoors, whether it’s the air conditioning blowing or a gust of wind. RE50 + probe cover or non-lubricated latex condom (probe cover preferred; this method really needs a fix from an engineer)

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Wash your foam microphone windscreens and softies (dead cat) using a mild solution of soap and water, per the sanitization tips below. The Rycote Mini Windjammer is excellent at preserving high quality audio, including high-frequency audio, while still reducing wind noise. The Windjammer is crafted with high quality fur to keep other sounds transparent. The faux fur cover can accommodate a 21.5mm microphone diameter. Key Specifications: Add the windscreen and massage gently for 45 seconds. Try not to bend or twist large, fuzzy shotgun windscreens.