Low cost wind protection for stereo recording at DVinfo.net

Marco Leavitt · July 13th, 2007, 10:10 AM

Can someone recommend a low cost wind protection and mounting setup for stereo recording? Can't afford Rycote at the moment, and need to get this going quick. Needs to support X-Y and MS configurations.

Mike Peter Reed · July 13th, 2007, 10:21 AM

Maybe hire what you need for this job until you can afford the Rycote?

Marco Leavitt · July 13th, 2007, 10:24 AM

This is a year-long documentary. Definitely going to get the Rycote, but I need to save up a bit and there's nowhere locally to rent.

Oleg Kaizerman · July 14th, 2007, 01:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Marco Leavitt

Can someone recommend a low cost wind protection and mounting setup for stereo recording? Can't afford Rycote at the moment, and need to get this going quick. Needs to support X-Y and MS configurations.

what mics ?

Cary Lee · July 14th, 2007, 04:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Marco Leavitt

This is a year-long documentary. Definitely going to get the Rycote, but I need to save up a bit and there's nowhere locally to rent.

Try some students from a local film school or maybe put a listing on craigslist..you would be surprised on the response from sound people looking for a credit and copy.

Oleg Kaizerman · July 14th, 2007, 04:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Cary Lee

Try some students from a local film school or maybe put a listing on craigslist..you would be surprised on the response from sound people looking for a credit and copy.

yep good sudjestion they can stand with cutters and floppy blocking the wind :-)

Marco Leavitt · July 16th, 2007, 08:07 AM

"what mics ?"

For MS the AKG blueline figure eight and Schoeps CMC6 MK41. For XY two AKG CK93s.

Peter Rhalter · July 17th, 2007, 05:44 AM

As far as I know, the absolute cheapest, cheapest wind protection that works in mild to moderate conditions is the kind of furry mitt used for washing cars. They cost less than 10 bucks (I've seen them for as little as $2) and you can cut them up to fit your mic setup. They are no substitute for a Rycote, (and they look funny if you don't customize them) but they are good enough for a lot of situations.

Best wishes,
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July 13th, 2007, 10:10 AM	#1
Marco Leavitt Inner Circle Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Albany, NY 12210 Posts: 2,652	Low cost wind protection for stereo recording Can someone recommend a low cost wind protection and mounting setup for stereo recording? Can't afford Rycote at the moment, and need to get this going quick. Needs to support X-Y and MS configurations.

July 13th, 2007, 10:21 AM	#2
Mike Peter Reed Regular Crew Join Date: May 2007 Location: Hants, UK Posts: 185	Maybe hire what you need for this job until you can afford the Rycote?

July 13th, 2007, 10:24 AM	#3
Marco Leavitt Inner Circle Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Albany, NY 12210 Posts: 2,652	This is a year-long documentary. Definitely going to get the Rycote, but I need to save up a bit and there's nowhere locally to rent.

July 16th, 2007, 08:07 AM	#7
Marco Leavitt Inner Circle Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Albany, NY 12210 Posts: 2,652	"what mics ?" For MS the AKG blueline figure eight and Schoeps CMC6 MK41. For XY two AKG CK93s.

July 17th, 2007, 05:44 AM	#8
Peter Rhalter Regular Crew Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 192	As far as I know, the absolute cheapest, cheapest wind protection that works in mild to moderate conditions is the kind of furry mitt used for washing cars. They cost less than 10 bucks (I've seen them for as little as $2) and you can cut them up to fit your mic setup. They are no substitute for a Rycote, (and they look funny if you don't customize them) but they are good enough for a lot of situations. Best wishes, Peter ______________________ Best Grand Canyon views http://www.parkfilms.com/gcviewpoints.html