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Title: Windscreens for AKG 568eb's
Post by: jcable77 on July 13, 2022, 08:36:20 AM

I have the thin foam ones that dont do much. Any rec's on something reliable but not too over the top? Thanks

Title: Re: Windscreens for AKG 568eb's
Post by: boomfizzle on July 13, 2022, 10:43:56 AM

I just got the Movo WST180s...they fit well and seemed to do the trick for me all weekend at Levitate.  Not sure how they perform yet in strong wind but they handled regular breeze really well. 

Title: Re: Windscreens for AKG 568eb's
Post by: jcable77 on July 13, 2022, 10:51:44 AM

Thank you. Ill check em out

Title: Re: Windscreens for AKG 568eb's
Post by: HealthCov Chris on August 13, 2022, 01:38:13 AM

I use Windtech SG-1 for indoor or breezy conditions.  I use the Windtech BG-1 for windy conditions.  They are Made In USA, and work!
https://windtech.tv/product-category/shotgun-microphone-windscreens/

Title: Re: Windscreens for AKG 568eb's
Post by: Perry on August 24, 2022, 01:38:44 PM

I can vouch for the Movos on 568's. I live in a very windy part of the US but I think my mic stand would blow over before the wind penetrates the Movos. Well worth the cost.


ETA: Since the 568 doesn't fit in any cigar case the Movos also provide physical protection during transit/storage.

Title: Re: Windscreens for AKG 568eb's
Post by: DavidPuddy on August 24, 2022, 03:07:05 PM

Quote from: Perry on August 24, 2022, 01:38:44 PM

I can vouch for the Movos on 568's. I live in a very windy part of the US but I think my mic stand would blow over before the wind penetrates the Movos. Well worth the cost.


ETA: Since the 568 doesn't fit in any cigar case the Movos also provide physical protection during transit/storage.

I used the McMaster Carr tubes for storage of my 568s. Worked very well.

Title: Re: Windscreens for AKG 568eb's
Post by: Perry on August 24, 2022, 04:02:27 PM

Do you have a catalog number for the McMaster Carr tubes? It sounds like something I can use.

Title: Re: Windscreens for AKG 568eb's
Post by: DavidPuddy on August 24, 2022, 07:53:51 PM

Quote from: Perry on August 24, 2022, 04:02:27 PM

Do you have a catalog number for the McMaster Carr tubes? It sounds like something I can use.

I believe this is what you need: https://www.mcmaster.com/2108T26/