Rycote 033352 18cm Classic-Softie Kit
The SoftieWindshield Kit includes a Sofite Windshield, Lyre shock-mount and Pistol-grip.Together this system provides a quick, simple, robust and cost effectivewindshield and shock-mount for the tough environment of modern day ENG andlocation recording.
Softie Windshield
The Softieis a slip-on open-cell foam windshield with integral fur cover. The Softie willreduce wind-noise up to 40 dB and is the standard world wide in the broadcastindustry. Softie windshields are available in a large range of sizes to fitmost popular shotgun microphones.
Both theacoustic foam and synthetic fur are made from materials which are speciallydesigned and manufactured for the purpose, and as a result offers very goodwind-noise reduction without any adverse effect on High-Frequency. In additionthe foam is not susceptible to UV or moisture damage, giving this product greatlongevity.
Advancedmaterials, adhesives and assembly techniques all combine to make the Softie anextremely tough product that provides excellent wind protection in the harshestof environments.
Softie Lyre Mount
Thisuniversal shock-mount, complete with Pistol-grip, uses the patented Lyre systemto provide complete isolation against handling and cable-borne noises. TheSoftie Lyre Mount has a soft-feel grip moulded into the clip which securelyholds the microphone, preventing any slipping or twisting. The Lyres areextremely robust, and virtually unbreakable, as they do not use elastic orrubber components that are prone to wear and tear.
The SoftieLyre Mount is supplied with a lightweight Pistol Grip handle. The Pistol Griphas an added element of versatility as they have a 3/8″ thread fitting foruse with a boom pole. For customers who require an on-camera mount, by eitherhot shoe or ” thread, please see our InVision Video range which uses anidentical Lyre mount.
The SoftieKit also comes with a 40cm Softie Cable: 3-pin XLR Gold plated, Mogami, UltraSoft 5.0 mm cable.
Compatibility
AKG C 568 EB
AKG CK 68ULS C460B Full
AKG CK 68ULS C460B Red
BeyerDynamicMC 716
BeyerDynamicMC 726
BeyerDynamicMC 736
BeyerDynamicMC 836
BeyerDynamicMCE 86 N (C) S
BeyerDynamicMCE 87vs
RODE NTG-3
Sanken CS 3
SennheiserME 66 K6
SennheiserME 80 K3U
SennheiserMKH 416
Sony ECM 670
Sony ECM 678
Sony ECM680S
TechnicalSpecifications
To fit microphone diameter
19-22mm
Windshield internal Length
180mm
Total Windshield Length
205 mm
Rubber diameter
70mm
Overall diameter
120mm
Fur length
25mm
Fur Colour
Grey
Max Wind-noise Attenuation
25 dB
