AV News 189 - August 2012
With
the
Micromuff
attached, it eliminated the
buffetting noises, but still
allowed the other sounds
to come through clearly.
As the grille extends
quite a long way down the
side of the body and the
level meter display is high
up, it can be a little tricky
fitting the Micromuff so that
the display is still visible
while trying to cover all of
the grille. It can also be a
slight problem to attach
headphones as the socket
is at the top on the side of
the recorder. But with a bit
of juggling it is possible to
make the headphone jack fit neatly under the Micromuff.
However as it is now not quite so snug a fit it may be possible for the wind
to get in underneath in extremely windy conditions and cause some
disturbance. Therfore more care needs to be taken in the placing of the
recorder with wind direction.
Even in still conditions or indoors the Micromuff can be useful, as it can act
as a screen against 'popping' p's and 'sibilant' s's when recording
commentary. In the absence of a purpose made screen we used an old pair
of tights (we won't say whose!) stretched over a wire coat hanger. The
Micromuff is somewhat more portable and professional looking.
If you own a digital recorder with exposed microphones, such as the Zoom
H4, then the 'Micromuff Growler' is a very good investment. It is also a very
useful addition to the Alesis, as when fitted it really does cut down the sound
of the wind. However, on those occasions when you find you don't need to use
it, then be careful where you leave it. Little Ted has found other uses!!
Grrrr!
This is my
Growler!
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