Windshield System

The Rycote Windshield System is made up from these components...
Rycote Basket Windshield

Rycote Modular SuspensionModular Suspension (shock mount)
The modular suspension utilizes an annular 4-point elastic system which completely supports the microphone in a cradle arrangement.

The suspension can be used as supplied with a microphone and foam gag, or in conjunction with a Windshield or Windjammer. More info...

Additional mechanical isolation of the microphone can be obtained by use of the optional (intermediate) connector box assembly, shown below the microphone output connector in the picture (above right)

 

Rycote Basket Windshield (windscreen, blimp or zeppelin)
The Windshield is slid onto the Modular Suspension, and completely surrounds the microphone & its connector. It protects the microphone from the effects of wind, whilst causing a minimal effect to the sound. More info…

Windjammer (furry cover)
The Windjammer is designed to fit over tRycote Windjammerhe Windshield to provide the highest possible protection against extreme wind.

  • The most effective cover, providing 10 –12db extra protection over a standard Windshield.
  • Made from specially designed and manufactured screening materials with virtually no adverse effect on sound level or quality.
  • Two locking zip fasteners & Velcro allow snug and easy fitting.
  • Available in sizes to fit all Mono & Stereo Windshields, Softies & Baby Ballgags.

 

Rycote Modular Windshield Kits

To simplify ordering, Rycote have introduced a range of standardised Windshield Kits. For further information on selection of the appropriate Rycote components the following downloadable “.pdf” files are available:

NB "Connboxes", if required, have to be specified as a separate item similarly this applies to other products from the Rycote Range.

Rycote No.

Boxed Kit Items

Typical Microphone

086001

Medium Modular Suspension, Windshield 4 & Windjammer 4

Sennheiser 416, 418 or 60

086002

Small modular Suspension, Windshield 3 & Windjammer 3

Schoeps CMC + CUT1

086003

Small Modular Suspension, Windshield 2 & Windjammer 2

Sennheiser 20, 40 or 50

086004

Small Modular Suspension, Windshield 1 & Windjammer 1

Neumann KM100 or 184

086005

Medium Modular Suspension, Windshield 4, Extension 1 & Windjammer 5

Sennheiser K6+ME66

086006

Medium Modular Suspension, Windshield 4, Extension 2 & Windjammer 6

Sennheiser 70

086007

Large Modular Suspension, Windshield 4, Extension 3 & Windjammer 7

Audio Technica 815G or Sony C74

086008

Large Modular Suspension, Windshield 4, Extension 4 & Windjammer 8

Sennheiser 816

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