Topic: Windscreens for Schoeps MK4/CCM4?

[su6oxone]

I mean the plain old B5, available for $18/ea from Posthorn, in a variety of colors (though I've never seen any but grey).

Thanks Brian, I didn't realize that they were different (or rather, I didn't realize that B5s existed).  I think the ones I used to own with the CMC64 set were the B5Ds, but these look like they would do the job as well. 

[Brian Skalinder]

I've used the plain B5s before.  Worked just fine for me indoors.

[su6oxone]

Just found out that the B5s are the ones included in the CMC64 stereo sets... so those are exactly the ones I was looking for, so thanks!

[raymonda]

This may be a silly question, but...why not the B-5s?

B5Ds?  Just price really, otherwise I love them.

I own a pair of CCM 4's and just bought 6 pairs of 1300's. I am sliding them on my mic now as I type. Yep, they are snug but they fit. If you want a loose fit put your fingers inside and stretch them a bit.

Maybe I'll give them another try, thanks for the suggestions everyone, guess it looks like I'll try the 0896 and 1300s again and try to get a pair of B5Ds as well. 

True, but the front of the mic is where direct wind can effect the diaphragm to a much larger degree, the side is indirect and on SDC the diaphragm is often not exposed at all. Usually the back plate is protected with a covering of plastic or allow with small holes drilled into it.

For indoor use the small type of windscreen usually takes care of any HVAC problems.

[su6oxone]

I ended up ordering a pair of black B5 windscreens from a Schoeps dealer, at $18/each it wasn't too painful. 

[raymonda]

I ended up ordering a pair of black B5 windscreens from a Schoeps dealer, at $18/each it wasn't too painful. 

 I have a pair of them but don't use them too often due to the fact that they are fragile. When putting them on your mic make sure you use the plastic frame. Never use the foam or you will seperate the foam from the screen making them useless. Also, take extreme care when storing them. Any type of pressure can cause them to fall apart.

[Brian Skalinder]

I have a pair of them but don't use them too often due to the fact that they are fragile. When putting them on your mic make sure you use the plastic frame. Never use the foam or you will seperate the foam from the screen making them useless. Also, take extreme care when storing them. Any type of pressure can cause them to fall apart.

Maybe you're thinking of the B5D?  The B5 don't have a plastic frame, they're just foam.

At any rate, I used my old B5s all the time and didn't need to treat them particularly carefully.  They were quite robust for the couple/few years I used 'em.

[raymonda]

my mistake.

[Scooter123]

I wrap mine in reticular foam.  You can buy 4 square for $20 and rubber band your own windscreens

[johnw]

Depending on the application, I really like my B1 windscreens. It's basically good only for keeping smoke out since it's really thin, but that's pretty much all you need indoors unless your under a fan in which case I'd go with the B5D or Shure A81.

http://www.posthorn.com/Sbutton04.html#table2

[andyjah]

I use my UA0896 for most indoor applications as well as outdoors if there is no breeze. Worked fine for me and I've used them for awhile now.