Rycote Baseball
Best indoor windscreen for preserving high-frequency audio clarity.
A lightweight, unobtrusive solution for protecting small-diaphragm microphones from wind and physical impact. It offers essential noise reduction while preserving the natural character of the audio signal.
$41.00
at
Thomann
Who it's for
- Outdoor videographers needing pristine audio in windy conditions
- Field recordists requiring gear that survives daily professional abuse
- Sound engineers prioritizing natural, uncolored high-frequency capture
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious creators looking for affordable wind protection
- Run-and-gun shooters needing compact, low-profile microphone setups
- Users with microphones outside the specific 21/22mm diameter range
Performance breakdown
Acoustic Transparency
High-frequency detail remains crisp and untouched by the open-pore design.
Indoor Wind Protection
Effectively eliminates plosives and air movement in controlled studio environments.
Installation Speed
Slides on and off in seconds for rapid microphone swaps.
Physical Durability
Robust construction shields delicate capsules from accidental bumps and drops.
Outdoor Versatility
Struggles in heavy wind without an additional fur cover attachment.
Universal Compatibility
Fits a wide range of pencil condensers with minimal fuss.
Key Specs
Diameter
75 mm
Weight
17 g
Material
Open-cell foam
Component type
Windscreen
Item number
420693
Model number
RY-039705
Compatibility
Audio-Technica AT4049b, Neumann KM180 series, Sennheiser ME64 K6
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