Oktava MK12 wind protection at DVinfo.net

Greg Kiger · March 6th, 2010, 08:54 AM

I have an Oktava MK12 and a Baby Ball Gag Windshield but still too much wind noise in many outdoor situations.

Would a Rycote Windjammer that fits over the BBG be the next step up in wind protection or is there a better alternative?

thanks in advance

Rick Reineke · March 6th, 2010, 09:42 AM

Due to the shape of the capsule, wind may be entering though the rear of the windscreen or even at the XLR connection. Stuff up or tape over those points and it may help. I have a Windtech 'Ultrascreen US-2' which works 'OK' though I rarely use the 012 outdoors. In any case those mics are very sensitive to wind AND handling. A good shotgun with a Softie or blimp is the norm for exteriors.

David W. Jones · March 7th, 2010, 02:31 PM

AS Rick points out, the MK012 is a better indoor mic than outdoor.
But yes, the Dead Cat would be the next step with the BBG in wind noise reduction.

All the Best!

Greg Kiger · March 7th, 2010, 03:59 PM

Thanks guys, appreciate your feedback :)

Sean McCormick · March 11th, 2010, 10:37 AM

Howdy Greg,

You HAVE to have the BBG/Windjammer combo if that mic is heading outdoors.

Take care,

Sean

Michael Nistler · March 20th, 2010, 01:45 PM

Hi Greg,

Yes, I have a Rycote BBG and Rycote windjammer and it does help, some...
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/322367-REG/Rycote_021801_Windjammer_for_Baby_Ball.html
But as others say, the MK012A is a very sensitive mic and in a windy environment no comparison with my Senn MK416 with a zepphelin and windjammer.

Good luck, Michael

Nathan Moody · March 27th, 2010, 06:25 PM

I've clamped an OktavaMod MK-012 to a bicycle inside a BBG + windscreen and had no problems up to around 15mph.

Renton Maclachlan · March 27th, 2010, 06:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rick Reineke

Due to the shape of the capsule, wind may be entering though the rear of the windscreen or even at the XLR connection. Stuff up or tape over those points and it may help. I have a Windtech 'Ultrascreen US-2' which works 'OK' though I rarely use the 012 outdoors. In any case those mics are very sensitive to wind AND handling. A good shotgun with a Softie or blimp is the norm for exteriors.

Interesting link:
juicedLink: Tutorials - Wind Noise

March 6th, 2010, 08:54 AM	#1
Greg Kiger Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 134	Oktava MK12 wind protection I have an Oktava MK12 and a Baby Ball Gag Windshield but still too much wind noise in many outdoor situations. Would a Rycote Windjammer that fits over the BBG be the next step up in wind protection or is there a better alternative? thanks in advance __________________ Greg Kiger St Louis Mo www.GreenBridgeFilms.com Sony EX1 / Canon 5Dm2 / Cool Lights / DP1x / Marshall / Oktava / Sanken / Kessler

March 7th, 2010, 02:31 PM	#3
David W. Jones Trustee Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Little Rock Posts: 1,383	AS Rick points out, the MK012 is a better indoor mic than outdoor. But yes, the Dead Cat would be the next step with the BBG in wind noise reduction. All the Best! __________________ David W. Jones www.joneshdfilms.com

March 7th, 2010, 03:59 PM	#4
Greg Kiger Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 134	Thanks guys, appreciate your feedback :) __________________ Greg Kiger St Louis Mo www.GreenBridgeFilms.com Sony EX1 / Canon 5Dm2 / Cool Lights / DP1x / Marshall / Oktava / Sanken / Kessler

March 11th, 2010, 10:37 AM	#5
Sean McCormick Regular Crew Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 55	Howdy Greg, You HAVE to have the BBG/Windjammer combo if that mic is heading outdoors. Take care, Sean __________________ Sean the Sound Guy Sean McCormick Voice Talent

March 27th, 2010, 06:25 PM	#7
Nathan Moody Regular Crew Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: SF Bay Area, CA, USA Posts: 78	I've clamped an OktavaMod MK-012 to a bicycle inside a BBG + windscreen and had no problems up to around 15mph. __________________ designer of media for eyes and ears sound design and field recording at http://www.noisejockey.net/blog

March 6th, 2010, 09:42 AM	#2
Rick Reineke Inner Circle Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: New York Posts: 2,038	Due to the shape of the capsule, wind may be entering though the rear of the windscreen or even at the XLR connection. Stuff up or tape over those points and it may help. I have a Windtech 'Ultrascreen US-2' which works 'OK' though I rarely use the 012 outdoors. In any case those mics are very sensitive to wind AND handling. A good shotgun with a Softie or blimp is the norm for exteriors.

March 20th, 2010, 01:45 PM	#6
Michael Nistler Major Player Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Petaluma, CA Posts: 456	Hi Greg, Yes, I have a Rycote BBG and Rycote windjammer and it does help, some... http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/322367-REG/Rycote_021801_Windjammer_for_Baby_Ball.html But as others say, the MK012A is a very sensitive mic and in a windy environment no comparison with my Senn MK416 with a zepphelin and windjammer. Good luck, Michael