Shure Rycote Replacement Windjammer for VP89M
Best wind protection for professional outdoor field recording.
Capture pristine audio in any environment with the Shure Rycote Replacement Windjammer for the VP89M microphone. This essential accessory is engineered to significantly reduce wind noise and plosives, ensuring your recordings remain clear and professional, even outdoors. Constructed from durable faux fur, it offers superior protection against the elements while maintaining exceptional audio fidelity. Its tailored design ensures a perfect fit for the VP89M, allowing for easy attachment and removal. Ideal for field recording, broadcast, and film production, this windjammer is a must-have for safeguarding your microphone and enhancing your sound.
$202.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.8
/ 5
Category Rank
10
/ 550
#10 in Microphone Accessories
Price vs Category Average
+51%
Above average
Material
Faux Fur
/ Faux Fur
Who it's for
- Field recordists working in challenging outdoor weather conditions
- Professionals requiring a guaranteed, secure fit for their equipment
- Audio engineers maintaining original microphone performance standards
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious users seeking affordable third-party alternatives
- Operators prioritizing a lightweight, compact boom setup
- Purists demanding absolute transparency in high-frequency response
Performance breakdown
Wind noise attenuation
High-density faux fur effectively eliminates harsh gusts during field recording.
Acoustic transparency
Maintains high-frequency detail while shielding the capsule from environmental interference.
Fit precision
Tailored specifically for the VP89M to ensure a secure, slip-free seal.
Build durability
Rugged construction withstands the rigors of frequent outdoor production use.
Ease of deployment
Simple attachment mechanism allows for rapid setup in fast-paced environments.
Plosive suppression
Effectively tames breath blasts and vocal pops for cleaner dialogue capture.
Key Specs
Material
Faux Fur
Accessory Type
Windscreen
Noise Reduction Type
Furry Windscreen
Microphone Type
Condenser
Features
- Superior wind noise reduction
- Minimizes plosives and breath noise
- Protects microphone from elements
- Durable faux fur construction
- Tailored fit for VP89M
- Easy to attach and remove
- Maintains audio clarity
- Ideal for outdoor recording
What customers say
This Shure Rycote Replacement Windjammer is highly regarded for its excellent noise reduction. It effectively minimizes wind noise and plosives while preserving the microphone's original sound quality. Users appreciate its superior performance and secure fit, especially for the VP89M, ensuring dependable operation outdoors. Although a premium product, professionals find the investment worthwhile due to its perfect compatibility and outstanding noise attenuation. This OEM replacement is considered essential for quickly restoring a microphone to optimal condition. Its reliability fosters strong loyalty among audio engineers who depend on its consistent performance in demanding environments.
Know before you buy
No, this model is specifically tailored to the dimensions and acoustic profile of the Shure VP89M. Using it on a different microphone may result in an improper fit that compromises both the audio quality and the wind protection.
The high-quality faux fur is designed to significantly dampen wind noise and plosives, making it highly effective for outdoor broadcast or film production. While it provides excellent protection, extreme gale-force winds may still require additional shielding or careful microphone positioning.
The windjammer is engineered to maintain exceptional audio fidelity. While any windscreen can cause a very slight attenuation of extreme high frequencies, this design is optimized to keep your recordings clear and professional without sacrificing detail.
Not at all. The accessory is designed for a secure, tailored fit that allows for quick attachment and removal, which is essential for fast-paced field recording environments.
To keep the fibers effective, gently shake the windjammer after use to remove dust or debris. If it becomes wet, allow it to air dry completely in a well-ventilated area before storing it.
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