Cut off the excess towards the handle. Then tape to keep the cover secure and reduce crinkling noise. Put on gloves or put your hands in baggies. Remove any barriers you have put on your microphones and throw them in the trash.

RODE DEADCAT MICROPHONE COVER High-wind, for VideoMic, NTG-1 RODE DEADCAT MICROPHONE COVER High-wind, for VideoMic, NTG-1

On the other hand, pop filters or pop screens are used mostly indoors to improve the quality of your recorded voice. Instead of covering the microphone, they are smaller and often placed at a safe distance between the capturing side of the microphone and the speaker. 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. 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 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. On the contrary, microphone windscreens are primarily used outdoors when recording on location for film, TV, and broadcast. As the name suggests, they minimize wind and outdoor ambience from ruining the recording. Microphone windscreens are a kind of microphone cover that envelopes it, such as with a shotgun mic, and are made out of foam or faux fur.Roll the condom or probe cover onto your mic. Try to cover as much of the mic as possible. The shotgun with small foam windscreen and condom is very susceptible to wind noise, but is suitable for indoor use. Cleaning your gear Windscreens: Windscreens should be cleaned in a mild solution of warm water and dish soap. This can be done in a sink or inside a plastic bag. WARNING: Drying the large fuzzy windscreens takes a very long time and is best done overnight. Use a disinfectant wipe to clean the mic barrier between interviews. Pay special attention to any folds in the plastic or latex. Add the windscreen and massage gently for 45 seconds. Try not to bend or twist large, fuzzy shotgun windscreens. If your recording is unaffected by wind or extraneous noise, then you don’t necessarily “need” a microphone windscreen. It’s usually best to be prepared, though. At the very least, keep a microphone windscreen in your kit should conditions change.

21cm Long Foam Sponge Windscreen Shotgun Cover for Microphone

Take your scissors and cut off the excess plastic. Loose ends can cause crinkling sounds when touched. Put the RE50 at the corner of a sandwich bag, making the surface as smooth as possible. Secure the bag with tape or a rubber band. The same is basically true of a pop filter; if your vocalist has great technique and keeps a safe distance from the capsule, then you can get away without using a filter or microphone cover. However, be aware that some plosives will naturally slip through, but you can manually edit their impact later on. Pop Filters:RE50 + probe cover or non-lubricated latex condom (probe cover preferred; this method really needs a fix from an engineer) A pop filter is going to serve you best in the studio when you’re in a controlled environment (ideally an acoustically-treated one as well!). Pop filters help diffuse some of the acoustic energy behind plosives, which lends itself to a cleanly recorded vocal that requires less editing. Pop filters commonly attach to a microphone stand and are made out of nylon or metal. Reporters and producers in the field: You don’t want to wave unprotected gear in an interviewee’s face — for everyone’s sake.

DeadCat | Microphone Windshield | RØDE

For example, you’re filming at the beach and you want to record the sound of the waves but don’t necessarily want the wind to blow up your audio or overpower your actors’ voices. In this case, you’ll definitely need a mic screen of some sort added to your boom mic. Wind protection for microphones basically shield the device from capturing disruptive noise, but they come in many different forms and sizes. We divide them into two basic categories: Windscreens: NTG-4+ can be powered by either 48V phantom power via 3-pin XLR connector, or by in-built rechargeable lithium battery that gives over 150 hours of operation from a charge time of two hours using the supplied Micro USB cable. 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. This well-designed microphone windscreen cover easily slips over the foam material that comes with the Rode VideoMic Pro with Rycote Lyre. Together, they provide added wind isolation while preventing additional loss of high-frequency sounds, whether you’re filming a movie project or broadcasting interviews outdoors. It can also work with built-in mics on portable cameras, as well as on external camera mics and handheld reporter mics. Key Specifications:Wipe down everything with the appropriate cleaning solution; see below under “Sanitizing your gear.” Pay extra attention to the mics and anything else that’s been close to another person. Baskets/Blimps:You’ll also come across the terms baskets or blimps, which are essentially made of mesh material with a thin inner foam layer that covers the entire microphone like a pill but provides an open-air chamber between it and the microphone. These super-cardioid shotgun microphones follow on from the popularity of the NTG-1 and NTG-2 shotgun microphones. With added functionality such as digital switching for high pass (flat/75Hz), high frequency boost, and level control (-10dB pad), the NTG-4 and NTG-4+ can be easily operated when on a boom or are mounted on a camera. A wide frequency response of 20Hz-20kHz and low noise circuitry gives the user a more rounded and accurate sound. Tape the excess plastic down at the top of the shotgun. Try to make the surface as smooth as possible. Compatible with Built-In Mics on Portable Cameras, External Camera Mics, and Handheld Reporter Mics

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

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. Included accessories: RM5 microphone clip, windshield and ZP1 zip pouch. ( NTG-4+ also includes Micro USB cable).Included accessories: RCNTG3 water resistant storage container, RM5 microphone stand adapter, ZP2 zip pouch and WSNTG3 foam windshield. Wash your foam microphone windscreens and softies (dead cat) using a mild solution of soap and water, per the sanitization tips below. Lay the mic onto a piece of wrap that’s twice the length of the softie and fold the wrap over your mic.