Which fuzzy wind screen is better Rode or Rycote? at DVinfo.net

Marco Giordani · January 5th, 2009, 11:13 AM

John Willett · January 5th, 2009, 04:43 PM

Rycote understand the physics behind suspensions and windshields and I have talked at length many times with the designer.

Though, personally, I would go for the Rysote S-series which is the same price as the Softie.

Vasco Dones · January 5th, 2009, 05:06 PM

Hi Marco,

I had disappointing experiences with the Rode
(on an otherwise amazingly good-and-cheap Rode NTG2)
and excellent experiences with a Rycote
(on a Sennheiser ME66).
Go with Rycote: that's what they're about.

All the best

Vasco
PS
just out of curiosity:
do you speak italian?

Marco Giordani · January 5th, 2009, 06:02 PM

Thanks for the input.
I don't speak Italian. I understand a lot of it when people are speaking, but I don't speak it.

-marco

Allan Black · January 14th, 2009, 07:39 PM

I've got the RODE WS7 on the NTG-3, it works very well, as advertised and I have it handy outdoors if the wind blows up.

It's quicker to fit than any blimp but I study the weather forecast prior, thankfully here they've improved over the years.

Cheers.

Guy Cochran · January 14th, 2009, 08:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vasco Dones

Hi Marco,

I had disappointing experiences with the Rode
(on an otherwise amazingly good-and-cheap Rode NTG2)
and excellent experiences with a Rycote
(on a Sennheiser ME66).
Go with Rycote: that's what they're about.

All the best

Vasco
PS
just out of curiosity:
do you speak italian?

Hi Vasco,

Thank you for the feedback. Innovation is the key to a successful product and sometimes revision comes with the territory - especially after hearing valuable end-user feedback. I'd love to hear what was disappointing about the RODE. I realize the Rycote has been in the game longer, but I'd like to hear how RODE could improve the product to compete. If it is design flaw, I'd take on the responsibility to make sure the development team is made aware.

BTW, K-TEK is one more option to consider. K-Tek Products

Vasco Dones · March 12th, 2009, 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Guy Cochran

Hi Vasco,

Thank you for the feedback. Innovation is the key to a successful product and sometimes revision comes with the territory - especially after hearing valuable end-user feedback. I'd love to hear what was disappointing about the RODE. I realize the Rycote has been in the game longer, but I'd like to hear how RODE could improve the product to compete. If it is design flaw, I'd take on the responsibility to make sure the development team is made aware.

BTW, K-TEK is one more option to consider. K-Tek Products

Guy,
I owe you (as a Rode reseller) and Rode an apology:
I later realized that I was comparing the Rycote to a Rode
Deadcat (the one that sells for less than $40). Not fair - and quite dumb - on my part.
I then bought a Rode WS6 (around $100), and that's a whole different ball game:
it does the job pretty well @ a fraction of the Rycote price point.
Yep, I can recommend it!: good performance, excellent price.
(but just forget the Deadcat: this one is really useless.
How about dropping it, period?)
Sorry, my bad.

Best

Vasco

Guy Cochran · March 12th, 2009, 10:45 AM

Vasco,

Thank you for the update. I truly appreciate it.

Bernie Beaudry · March 12th, 2009, 12:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vasco Dones

Guy,
I owe you (as a Rode reseller) and Rode an apology:
I later realized that I was comparing the Rycote to a Rode
Deadcat (the one that sells for less than $40). Not fair - and quite dumb - on my part.
I then bought a Rode WS6 (around $100), and that's a whole different ball game:
it does the job pretty well @ a fraction of the Rycote price point.
Yep, I can recommend it!: good performance, excellent price.
(but just forget the Deadcat: this one is really useless.
How about dropping it, period?)
Sorry, my bad.

Best

Vasco

Sorry if this question is too obvious. Did you keep the foam windscreen on the mic and put the Deadcat over it? I've heard of some people not keeping the foam on and having issues because of that. Just curious.
Bernie

Vasco Dones · March 12th, 2009, 03:04 PM

Yes, Bernie, of course I did keep the foam windscreen on!

OK, here's my thing with the Deadcat:
I'm not saying that it is totally ineffective
(I haven't thrown it into the trash can;
now I keep it just for my seldom used Videomic
on my backup Panasonic).
IMHO (and the reason for suggesting Guy to drop it)
the problem with the Deadcat is that,
since it looks and feels like "the real thing",
after a while it gives you the illusion
of enjoying the same kind of wind protection
you would get from a "real" windshield.
Until it's too late...

Best

Vasco

Guy Cochran · March 12th, 2009, 03:25 PM

If you're using the NTG-2, you might want to consider putting a piece of tape over the hi-pass switch and over the XLR connection.
See this video YouTube - Reducing Wind Noise

I have a video up demonstrating the "dead kitty" on the RODE SVM, which proves its effectiveness in 15-20mph winds. YouTube - RODE SVM Stereo VideoMic for camcorders

We've also got the new RODE Blimps that just rock for $299. I can offer DVinfo.net members a heck of discount if you need a total dead air space. Great bang for the buck.

BTW, this video shows the NTG-2 with a similar slip over fuzzy from K-TEK
RODE NTG-2 Shotgun mic on location on Vimeo

And this video shows the $800 blimp from Sennheiser
Wind Protection for Shotgun Microphones on Vimeo

I gotta go finishing cutting another video....stay tuned!

Vasco Dones · March 12th, 2009, 04:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Guy Cochran

We've also got the new RODE Blimps that just rock for $299. I can offer DVinfo.net members a heck of discount if you need a total dead air space. Great bang for the buck.

I've seen it, Guy, believe me...
Here
Translations of The Lord's Prayer - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
you can learn how to say "lead us not into temptation"
in a large number of different idioms... :-)

OK, I'll pre-bite: could you please numerically quantify the magnitude of the temptation,
and the time span you'd be willing to make it last?

Best

Vasco

Guy Cochran · March 12th, 2009, 05:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vasco Dones

OK, I'll pre-bite: could you please numerically quantify the magnitude of the temptation,
and the time span you'd be willing to make it last?

Best

Vasco

Temptation: Rode Blimp at DVcreators.net

Coupon code "vasco"

Valid through March 31, 2009 for 20 people.

Vasco Dones · March 12th, 2009, 07:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Guy Cochran

Temptation: Rode Blimp at DVcreators.net

Coupon code "vasco"

Valid through March 31, 2009 for 20 people.

OK, Guy, I'm ready to switch to full biting mode,
as soon as you activate your coupon code
(I guess I'll send the "lead us not into temptation" link to the PLASTICcreators...)

Vasco

Guy Cochran · March 12th, 2009, 08:12 PM

Alrighty. Coupon code "vasco" ready for 20 DVinfo.net members now active. I have 20 blimps here in the warehouse ready to ship, first come, first serve. Free T-Shirt too! Rode Blimp with FREE RODE T-Shirt

January 5th, 2009, 11:13 AM	#1
Marco Giordani Regular Crew Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 37	Which fuzzy wind screen is better Rode or Rycote? Hi, Which one do you guys think is a better wind screen? The Rode WS6 Deluxe Windshield Rode \| WS6 Deluxe Windshield for the NTG2 and NTG1 \| WS6 \| B&H or the Rycote Sofie? Rycote \| 10cm Medium Hole Softie \| 033022 \| B&H Photo Video Thank you.

January 5th, 2009, 04:43 PM	#2
John Willett Major Player Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Oxfordshire, UK Posts: 976	Rycote understand the physics behind suspensions and windshields and I have talked at length many times with the designer. Though, personally, I would go for the Rysote S-series which is the same price as the Softie. __________________ John Willett - Sound-Link ProAudio and Circle Sound Services President: Fédération Internationale des Chasseurs de Sons

January 5th, 2009, 05:06 PM	#3
Vasco Dones Major Player Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: El Cerrito, CA Posts: 266	Hi Marco, I had disappointing experiences with the Rode (on an otherwise amazingly good-and-cheap Rode NTG2) and excellent experiences with a Rycote (on a Sennheiser ME66). Go with Rycote: that's what they're about. All the best Vasco PS just out of curiosity: do you speak italian? __________________ www.donesmedia.net bricioledamerica.blogspot.com (in Italian)

March 12th, 2009, 10:45 AM	#8
Guy Cochran DVCreators.Net Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 892	Vasco, Thank you for the update. I truly appreciate it. __________________ Guy Cochran DVinfo Sponsor, Cool Gear - DVeStore!

March 12th, 2009, 03:04 PM	#10
Vasco Dones Major Player Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: El Cerrito, CA Posts: 266	Yes, Bernie, of course I did keep the foam windscreen on! OK, here's my thing with the Deadcat: I'm not saying that it is totally ineffective (I haven't thrown it into the trash can; now I keep it just for my seldom used Videomic on my backup Panasonic). IMHO (and the reason for suggesting Guy to drop it) the problem with the Deadcat is that, since it looks and feels like "the real thing", after a while it gives you the illusion of enjoying the same kind of wind protection you would get from a "real" windshield. Until it's too late... Best Vasco __________________ www.donesmedia.net bricioledamerica.blogspot.com (in Italian)

January 5th, 2009, 06:02 PM	#4
Marco Giordani Regular Crew Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 37	Thanks for the input. I don't speak Italian. I understand a lot of it when people are speaking, but I don't speak it. -marco

January 14th, 2009, 07:39 PM	#5
Allan Black Inner Circle Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Sydney. Posts: 2,932	I've got the RODE WS7 on the NTG-3, it works very well, as advertised and I have it handy outdoors if the wind blows up. It's quicker to fit than any blimp but I study the weather forecast prior, thankfully here they've improved over the years. Cheers.

March 12th, 2009, 03:25 PM	#11
Guy Cochran DVCreators.Net Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 892	If you're using the NTG-2, you might want to consider putting a piece of tape over the hi-pass switch and over the XLR connection. See this video YouTube - Reducing Wind Noise I have a video up demonstrating the "dead kitty" on the RODE SVM, which proves its effectiveness in 15-20mph winds. YouTube - RODE SVM Stereo VideoMic for camcorders We've also got the new RODE Blimps that just rock for $299. I can offer DVinfo.net members a heck of discount if you need a total dead air space. Great bang for the buck. BTW, this video shows the NTG-2 with a similar slip over fuzzy from K-TEK RODE NTG-2 Shotgun mic on location on Vimeo And this video shows the $800 blimp from Sennheiser Wind Protection for Shotgun Microphones on Vimeo I gotta go finishing cutting another video....stay tuned! __________________ Guy Cochran DVinfo Sponsor, Cool Gear - DVeStore!

March 12th, 2009, 08:12 PM	#15
Guy Cochran DVCreators.Net Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 892	Alrighty. Coupon code "vasco" ready for 20 DVinfo.net members now active. I have 20 blimps here in the warehouse ready to ship, first come, first serve. Free T-Shirt too! Rode Blimp with FREE RODE T-Shirt __________________ Guy Cochran DVinfo Sponsor, Cool Gear - DVeStore!