Best selling Microphone windshield from Rycote
On this page you'll find a ranking of the best Rycote products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've already ranked the most important information about the products for you.
1. Rycote 18cm Classic Softie (19/22)
The Softie windscreen provides a fast, simple, robust and cost effective windscreen for the harsh environment of modern ENG and site recording.
The Softie Windshield is an expanded open cell foam with an integrated fur cover. The Softie reduces wind noise, protects your microphone and is the standard in television worldwide. Softie windshields are available in a variety of sizes to fit most popular shotgun microphones.
Both the acoustic foam and the synthetic fur are made from materials specifically designed and manufactured for this purpose. This provides up to 25 dB reduction in wind noise without compromising the high frequency. In addition, the foam is not susceptible to UV or moisture damage, giving this product a long life.
Modern materials, adhesives and assembly techniques make the Softie an extremely robust product that provides excellent wind protection in harsh environments.
The Softie windshield can be purchased either individually or as part of a kit that includes a windshield, Lyre shock mount and pistol grip.
Softie Windshields come in two different fur lengths: classic and short hair. The short hair Softie, referred to as the Camera-Mounted Softie, features close-cropped dark gray synthetic fur, offers a lower profile and a more compact design without significantly compromising the Softie's efficiency. It can also be mounted near the camera lens without causing unwanted shadows.
2. Rycote Zoom H4n Mini Windjammer
Compatible with Zoom H4n. Rycote's mini windjammer range has significantly expanded in recent years with the introduction of compact fur windjammers designed to fit the growing number of portable digital recorders used by journalists, podcasters, and broadcasters everywhere. These simple, easy-to-attach products are made from synthetic fur that absorbs the effects of the wind, preventing it from reaching your microphone.
3. Rycote Lavalier Foams
Lavalier Foam Windscreens are made from durable, high-quality open-cell acoustic foam and provide up to 20 dB of pop and wind noise reduction while minimizing high-frequency loss. This premium foam has been exclusively developed for Rycote and offers excellent resistance to harmful effects from moisture and UV light.
The Lavalier Foam is an effective, flat windscreen solution for personal microphones. It is available in black, beige, and brown.
Additionally, you can achieve an extra 12 dB of noise reduction with Rycote's Lavalier Windjammer (Furry). The Lavalier Windjammer is specifically designed for windier conditions and fits over the Lavalier Foam. It is available in black, gray, and white as standard, with other colors available upon request, allowing you to choose the right accessory for your selected outfit.
The new neoprene-coated foams are water-resistant when used in light rain. They are suitable for Lavalier and mini Lavalier microphones.
Compatible with Lavalier microphones with a diameter of 4.5 mm and a length of up to 15 mm.
Up to 20 dB of wind and pop noise reduction with minimal high-frequency loss from this foam windscreen. Excellent resistance to moisture and UV light thanks to the robust open-cell acoustic foam.
4. Rycote Single Triangular White Mic Fl
Rycote single triangular white microphone flag. The Rycote microphone flags are made from durable, shatterproof molded plastic, avoiding the use of perishable foam inserts to ensure a proper fit on the microphone. Instead, a series of internally mounted, durable red and black rubber wings secure the flag around the microphone, allowing Rycote microphone flags to be used with all microphones with a diameter of 19 to 38 mm. Suitable for a variety of microphones. With all black and red "wings," the Rycote microphone flag securely holds microphones with a width of 19 to 32 mm. To attach the flags to microphones with a diameter of up to 38 mm, simply remove the cap of the microphone flag and slide out the black wings, creating a looser fit that allows the wider microphones to slide onto the flag.
5. Rycote InVision USM VB-L Studio Kit
The InVision Studio Kit is a complete suspension and pop filter system that combines the Universal Studio Mount VB-L (USM) with a universal pop filter to create a comprehensive vocal microphone suspension and pop filter system that can accommodate virtually any microphone. The pop filter is designed to securely latch onto the outer support ring of the USM and remain in place while microphones are quickly and easily swapped out in the USM.
The Rycote Studio Kit is quick and easy to use and has proven to be durable and resistant to vibrations. It better protects your microphone from vocal effects and bumps without high-frequency loss compared to any traditional elastic microphone suspension. If you are recording vocals, you should try it for yourself. Opt for the universal solution and be impressed by the Studio Kit.
6. Rycote Nano-Shield Single Tube Size C
Nano-Shield Single Tube Section, Size C, with gray and black socks. A complete half-basket system with a Size C basket. Includes both gray and black socks for customizing and expanding your current Nano-Shield system.
7. Rycote 18CM CLASSIC-SFT 24/25
The Softie Windshield offers a quick, easy, robust, and cost-effective wind protection solution for the harsh environment of modern ENG and location recordings. The Softie Windshield is a slip-on, open-cell foam with an integrated fur cover. It reduces wind noise, protects your microphone, and is the global standard in the TV industry. Softie Windshields are available in a wide range of sizes and fit most common shotgun microphones. Both the acoustic foam and the faux fur are made from specially developed and manufactured materials that provide wind noise reduction of up to 25 dB without compromising high frequencies. Additionally, the foam is resistant to UV radiation and moisture, giving this product a long lifespan.
8. Rycote 5CM CLASSIC-SFT KIT 19/22
This cost-effective windscreen system is robust enough to withstand the harsh conditions of modern recordings, making it a popular choice in the TV industry worldwide. The kit includes a 5 cm long Softie windshield, a Lyre shock mount, and a pistol grip, providing a quick and easy solution for wind protection and shock absorption. The Softie windshield is a slip-on open-cell foam with an integrated fur cover that reduces wind noise by up to 40 dB. It is available in various sizes and fits most standard shotgun microphones. Both the acoustic foam and the faux fur of the Softie have been specifically designed and manufactured for this purpose to ensure excellent wind noise reduction without compromising high frequencies. The foam is also resistant to UV radiation and moisture, ensuring the product's durability. The Softie Lyre Mount, which comes with a lightweight pistol grip, utilizes patented Lyre technology to provide complete isolation from handling and cable noise. The grip securely holds the microphone in place, preventing any slipping or twisting. The Lyres are extremely durable and practically unbreakable, making them a reliable choice for any recording environment.
9. Rycote Connbox Cb1 Xlr-3f Hardwired
The Connbox Cb1 XLR-3f Hardwired is a high-quality microphone windscreen specifically designed to isolate cable noise on cameras. With a fixed 3-pin XLR connector, this product is compatible with a variety of camera microphones, including models from renowned brands such as AKG, Sennheiser, Beyerdynamic, Schoeps, and Audio-Technica. The length of the windscreen is 45 cm, allowing for flexible handling and adaptation to different recording conditions. Made in the United Kingdom, the Connbox Cb1 provides a reliable solution for professional audio recordings by minimizing unwanted noise and enhancing sound quality. This product is ideal for filmmakers, sound engineers, and anyone who values clear and interference-free audio recording.
10. Rycote 12CM CLASSIC-SFT 19/22
The Softie Windshield is a slip-on, open-cell foam with an integrated fur cover. The Softie reduces wind noise, protects microphones, and is the global standard in the TV industry. Advanced materials, adhesives, and mounting techniques make the Softie an extremely durable product that provides excellent wind protection even in the harshest environments.
