Rycote 18cm Classic-Softie Kit RYC033352 (19/22)

You can elevate your audio recording quality with the Softie Windshield, a professional-grade, durable accessory designed to reduce wind noise and protect your microphone. This innovative product, renowned worldwide in the TV industry, features a slip-on open-cell foam with an integral fitted fur cover. It's available in a variety of sizes to accommodate most popular microphones, ensuring a perfect fit for your audio equipment.The Softie Windshield is built around a one-piece EPDM rubber diaphragm shock mount, a testament to its high-quality construction. This robust unit has been rigorously tested in all environmental conditions, guaranteeing its effectiveness and reliability in any setting.This Softie Windshield version comes with an 18cm medium hole, ideal for microphones with a 21-22mm diameter. The mounts, measuring 58mm in diameter and 56mm in length, are designed to support short to medium length shotgun microphones. Please note, the Softie mount is specifically designed for cylindrical shotgun microphones and cannot accommodate microphones that taper.For longer microphones, such as the AKG CK68 or Audio Technica AT815b, which have an internal bore of 32cm (12-1/2"), a Full Windshield System and a Modular suspension are recommended. The Softie Windshield package includes a Softie Mount and a pistol grip handle. This handle can be used as a handheld mount or fitted to a boom pole with a 3/8" Whitworth thread. It's designed to securely hold the XLR connector, eliminating any unwanted noises. In essence, the Softie Windshield with 18cm Medium Hole, Mount, and Pistol Grip Handle offers a fast, flexible, and cost-effective solution for ENG on-camera microphones, making it an essential tool for any audio professional.