AT835b

Luis Caffesse · July 6th, 2004, 07:10 AM

I have an Audio Technica 835b.
We are about to get a gitzo pole, and already have an AT shockmount for it (can't remember the model # right now).

I was wondering if anyone could give me some windscreen recommendations for this mic.

Also, and this will sound idiotic...but how big a difference can I expect to hear wiht a decent windscreen?

The only problem I've ever had wiht this microphone is the amount of ambient sound it picks up. WHile my dialogue always sounds great, there is quite a bit of room tone behind it, it sounds a bit hollow.

Would a good windscreen help to cut down on things like AC, refrigerators, etc that may be going on in the background?

(i'm not always shooting in situations where I can cut these things off)

Thanks,

-Luis

Bryan Beasleigh · July 6th, 2004, 08:32 AM

"Would a good windscreen help to cut down on things like AC, refrigerators, etc that may be going on in the background"

A windscreen isn't going to help you here, you could apply a low frequency rolloff in post, that might help some.

A wind screen only stops wind interference. Here is a link to a chart and a small writeup on the relative merits of some wind protection. http://www.rycote.com/products/pdf/W...0Reduction.pdf

Mike Rehmus · July 6th, 2004, 10:12 AM

Steady backgound noises like AC and refrigerators will cut right through the windscreen.

Using a noise filter in post won't help remove it completely. And your talent will sound like they are talking down a tube if you get too extreme.

You must either move or turn the source off (and don't forget to turn it back on).

Luis Caffesse · July 6th, 2004, 12:30 PM

Beaser & Mike,

Thanks for the advice.
I have been using post processing to reduce some noise, but as you pointed out it is never perfect.

Based on what you mentioned and the information from Rycote's site, I'll probably hold off on the purchase of any further audio gear, and just do my best to control the shooting environment.

Most of my shooting to date is interiors stuff anyhow.

Thanks,

-Luis

July 6th, 2004, 07:10 AM	#1
Luis Caffesse Major Player Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 704	AT835b - Windscreen recommendations I have an Audio Technica 835b. We are about to get a gitzo pole, and already have an AT shockmount for it (can't remember the model # right now). I was wondering if anyone could give me some windscreen recommendations for this mic. Also, and this will sound idiotic...but how big a difference can I expect to hear wiht a decent windscreen? The only problem I've ever had wiht this microphone is the amount of ambient sound it picks up. WHile my dialogue always sounds great, there is quite a bit of room tone behind it, it sounds a bit hollow. Would a good windscreen help to cut down on things like AC, refrigerators, etc that may be going on in the background? (i'm not always shooting in situations where I can cut these things off) Thanks, -Luis

July 6th, 2004, 08:32 AM	#2
Bryan Beasleigh Trustee Join Date: May 2002 Location: Barrie, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,922	"Would a good windscreen help to cut down on things like AC, refrigerators, etc that may be going on in the background" A windscreen isn't going to help you here, you could apply a low frequency rolloff in post, that might help some. A wind screen only stops wind interference. Here is a link to a chart and a small writeup on the relative merits of some wind protection. http://www.rycote.com/products/pdf/W...0Reduction.pdf __________________ Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting ".......holy smokin rubber lips...what a ride!"

July 6th, 2004, 10:12 AM	#3
Mike Rehmus Wrangler Join Date: May 2002 Location: Vallejo, California Posts: 4,049	Steady backgound noises like AC and refrigerators will cut right through the windscreen. Using a noise filter in post won't help remove it completely. And your talent will sound like they are talking down a tube if you get too extreme. You must either move or turn the source off (and don't forget to turn it back on). __________________ Mike Rehmus Hey, I can see the carrot at the end of the tunnel!

July 6th, 2004, 12:30 PM	#4
Luis Caffesse Major Player Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 704	Beaser & Mike, Thanks for the advice. I have been using post processing to reduce some noise, but as you pointed out it is never perfect. Based on what you mentioned and the information from Rycote's site, I'll probably hold off on the purchase of any further audio gear, and just do my best to control the shooting environment. Most of my shooting to date is interiors stuff anyhow. Thanks, -Luis