Topic: Studio Projects LSD2 fluffing

[Bdifr78]

Yeah, that windscreen is tight as hell. Really had to stuggle to get it on at Wanee last weekend. Even made a small cut in bottom to help it along.

Yeah, I couldn't get it on either.

[larrysellers]

Yeah, that windscreen is tight as hell. Really had to stuggle to get it on at Wanee last weekend. Even made a small cut in bottom to help it along.

Yeah, I couldn't get it on either.

I found that mine had a little more "give" each time I used it but it is still too snug for my taste.

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would one of the Big Ass Shure or DPA windscreens work? what do people use for SP C3's? ADK TL's? Neumann LD's? hmmm....

The Shure A81WS and DPA UA0896 are for small diaphragm mics.  I use the Neumann WS89 for my AKG C414s.  Check the specs on the U87 and U89 to see if one's close in size to the LSD2.  If it's close, one of those options might work even with a fair amount of variance.

I checked the specs on some mics and here's what I found:
LSD2 = 53.34mm diameter
TLM193 = 49mm diameter
U89 = 46mm diameter

the Neumann WS89 is made specifically for the above-referenced Neumann mics but I wasn't able to find it's internal diameter -- only the external which is in excess of 90mm. since the AKG 414 is a rectangular-shaped mic, do you happen to know the actual circumference of the surface area covered by the windscreen in your case, Brian? I assume the WS89 is stretchy, and 4.34mm more than is needed for a TLM193 doesn't seem like much, but before spending $50+ on a windscreen it'd be nice to know it'll fit. thanks.

[dnsacks]

I'd also be quite concerned with the HEIGHT of the neumann windscreen as the ws 89 is designed to provide wind protection for a single diagphram and the lsd2 has a pair of 'em.

Might want to check out windscreens that are compatible with the AKG stereo LD mic (422???) as well.

[Brian Skalinder]

I checked the specs on some mics and here's what I found:
LSD2 = 53.34mm diameter
TLM193 = 49mm diameter
U89 = 46mm diameter

the Neumann WS89 is made specifically for the above-referenced Neumann mics but I wasn't able to find it's internal diameter -- only the external which is in excess of 90mm. since the AKG 414 is a rectangular-shaped mic, do you happen to know the actual circumference of the surface area covered by the windscreen in your case, Brian? I assume the WS89 is stretchy, and 4.34mm more than is needed for a TLM193 doesn't seem like much, but before spending $50+ on a windscreen it'd be nice to know it'll fit. thanks.

The WS89 is ~43mm (which confuses me a bit since the U89 is spec'd at 46mm).  The U87 is spec'd at ~56mm, so similar to the 89s, I assume the WS87 is close to that spec.

Forgot it's dual diaphragm one on top of the other!  The WS89 height is ~94mm.  Dunno if that'll cover the LSD2 or not, but I'm guessing not.

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here's a link to what the AKG W426 looks like, but it says discontinued by the manufacturer.

http://www.fullcompass.com/Products/pages/SKU--53202

if you can find one, it'd probably work great with the LSD2.... but I don't know if it's an improvement over the stock one...

[RebelRebel]

FWIW, the WS for the 426B is called the W426. I just ordered a backup for my 426.

They still distribute the 426B kit, which contains the w426,....

Edit:Steve, guess we were posting at the same time. 

They still make them, but full compass doesnt carry them. Probably have to get from AKG like I did.

Teddy

[Nick's Picks]

I got mine from FC for my 422.   it was dirt ass cheap too.

[OOK]

some more fluffing...I downloaded this just to get another perspective...and dam I am blown away.....

http://bt.etree.org/details.php?id=24461

This is one nice sounding mic....I must resist the urge tooooooooooo......

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has anyone run the LSD2 in omni mode? I'm wondering what the best way to point the caps might be?

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stacks-STAGE-stacks


        <---O---> (pointing 180 degrees to the sides)
          (LSD2)

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also, how long is this mic? I'm wondering if it'll fit in a nice pelican case.

[Bdifr78]

has anyone run the LSD2 in omni mode? I'm wondering what the best way to point the caps might be?

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stacks-STAGE-stacks


        <---O---> (pointing 180 degrees to the sides)
          (LSD2)

That's what I would go with, but I am not too sure about running it like that.  I would only do that if I was way the hell up close to the source, outdoors, and I would think a bass roll off would be absolutley necessary.  If you that close, just run it blumlein, or m/s.  I know somone on the team has run it m/s with the omni being the mid. 

And the mic is about 11 inches long and the case it comes in is 16 inches.

[Bdifr78]

Pulled a sick recording of the Disco Biscuits tonight with the LSD2!  I have to listen to it more and get it on harddrive and to cd before I can really appreciate it, but driving home it sounded amazing.  Unless a recording is outstanding, I usually don't dig it too much on the ride home.  Taped from the section at 930 club, which is about 40' back and 10' LOC.  I can't believe the results i have heard so far.  Nice...very nice...

[Nick's Picks]

my best recording w/mine thus far was similar....40' off stage and 10' LOC.  Its freakin' magic. 
Love that big Donky !

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I need one of these mics!! (Pennies are being saved.)