12cm Shotgun Microphone Windshield for 19-22mm Mics

Professional Shotgun Microphone Foam Protection

This 12cm shotgun microphone windshield provides professional wind noise protection for broadcast and recording microphones with 19-22mm diameter housings. Manufactured in the United Kingdom using high-grade acoustic foam, this windshield effectively reduces plosives, boom handling noise, and light wind interference while maintaining transparent high-frequency response.

UK Manufacturing Standards

Constructed from semi-open cell acoustic foam material specifically formulated for professional audio applications. Unlike consumer-grade foam windshields that deteriorate quickly, this product utilizes UV-resistant and moisture-resistant materials designed for extended field use. The manufacturing process ensures consistent density and acoustic properties across the entire foam structure.

Optimized Design for Shotgun Microphones

The windshield features a tapered profile engineered specifically for directional shotgun microphones. The wider rear section provides enhanced lateral wind protection around the microphone capsule, while the narrower front section maintains acoustic transparency around the interference tube. This design balances wind noise reduction with minimal impact on directional pickup characteristics.

The 12cm length accommodates microphones where the capsule and interference slots are positioned within 12cm from the microphone’s front end. This sizing ensures proper coverage of critical acoustic elements while maintaining the microphone’s intended polar pattern.

Compatible Microphone Models

This windshield fits Audio-Technica AT875R and BP4073 models, providing secure attachment without interfering with audio capture. DPA 4017 users will find proper fitment for field recording and broadcast applications. The windshield accommodates Schoeps CMIT 5 shotgun microphones commonly used in professional film and broadcast production.

Sennheiser MKH8060 compatibility ensures coverage for this widely-deployed broadcast microphone. Sony ECM-673, ECM-674, and ECM-VG1 models receive proper protection, particularly valuable for camera-mounted recording scenarios.

Camera System Integration

The windshield accommodates shotgun microphones with built-in XLR cables designed for Sony, JVC, Panasonic, and Ikegami camera systems. This compatibility proves essential for electronic news gathering (ENG) and electronic field production (EFP) workflows where integrated camera-microphone systems are standard.

The foam construction does not interfere with camera-mounted microphone positioning or cable management, maintaining clean rigging setups for mobile broadcast operations.

Professional Workflow Considerations

In broadcast environments, this windshield reduces the need for additional wind protection in controlled indoor settings while providing sufficient protection for light outdoor conditions. The acoustic transparency preserves the natural sound character essential for professional audio capture.

For field recording applications, the windshield serves as primary wind protection in low-wind conditions or as an underlayer beneath larger wind protection systems. The moisture resistance proves valuable in humid environments or when equipment transitions between temperature zones.

Care and Maintenance

The UV-resistant foam material maintains structural integrity under studio lighting and outdoor sun exposure. Regular cleaning involves gentle compression to remove debris, followed by air drying. The moisture-resistant properties prevent degradation from humidity or light precipitation exposure.

Storage in equipment cases or bags does not compress the foam permanently, ensuring consistent acoustic performance across multiple deployments. The material resists tearing and maintains shape retention throughout extended professional use.

Technical Specifications

The semi-open cell construction provides controlled acoustic dampening while allowing airflow around the microphone capsule. This design prevents moisture buildup that could affect microphone performance while maintaining the foam’s wind noise reduction capabilities.

The 19-22mm internal diameter range accommodates standard professional shotgun microphone housings without requiring force-fitting that might damage equipment or compromise acoustic sealing.