Outdoor shoots and hard consonants (“p”, “b”) can cause pops and rumble. Every mic ships with two wind protection options, and using the right one makes a big difference.
- Keep the mic 10–15 cm (4–6 in) from your mouth — clipped to your collar or lapel near the mouth — and speak normally for the best recording quality.
- Snap the foam windscreen over the mic head for light wind and everyday recording.
- In stronger wind or open outdoor spaces, swap to the included furry deadcat windscreen — its dense fur breaks up wind gusts before they reach the mic capsule, eliminating most wind noise.
- Position the mic below the mouth, pointing up.
- Speak across the mic rather than directly into it for softer plosives.
Tip: for the best result outdoors, use the deadcat over the foam windscreen for maximum wind protection.
