RODE Blimp Complete Windshield with Rycote Shock Mounting System

• Complete windshield system for superior wind noise reduction
• Integrated Rycote Lyre shock mount for exceptional handling noise isolation
• Lightweight design for easy handling during long shoots
• Compatible with most shotgun microphones up to 325mm (12.8 inches)
• Includes deadcat windshield for extra wind protection
• Cable management system for internal XLR cable routing
• Ergonomic pistol grip for comfortable, secure operation
• Threaded mount for boompole attachment

The RODE Blimp is engineered to provide broadcast-quality sound by dramatically reducing wind noise when recording in outdoor environments. Its windshield effectively shields microphones from wind interference, ensuring that you capture clear, clean audio, even in challenging conditions such as windy outdoor shoots or busy locations. Paired with the included deadcat (synthetic fur windshield), the Blimp ensures maximum protection for your microphone, allowing you to maintain pristine sound quality in extreme weather conditions.

At the core of the RODE Blimp is the Rycote Lyre shock mounting system, which isolates the microphone from handling noise and vibrations that can occur when mounted on a boompole or when hand-held. The Rycote Lyre is made from a thermoplastic material that never sags or wears out, providing consistent, long-term performance. This design ensures that handling noise, such as bumps or movement, is minimized, making it ideal for film shoots, documentaries, and broadcasts where clean audio is essential.

Despite its robust protection capabilities, the RODE Blimp remains lightweight and easy to handle, reducing operator fatigue during long recording sessions. Its ergonomic pistol grip provides a comfortable, secure hold, allowing for precise microphone placement and smooth operation. The Blimp can also be attached to a boompole via its threaded mount, offering flexibility for various recording scenarios, including on-location or studio setups.

The RODE Blimp is compatible with most shotgun microphones up to 325mm (12.8 inches) in length, making it a versatile tool for professionals working with a variety of mics. Whether you're using the RODE NTG series or other industry-standard shotgun microphones, the Blimp ensures optimal performance by providing superior wind and handling noise protection.

The Blimp features an integrated cable management system that allows for internal XLR cable routing, keeping your setup clean and reducing external noise caused by cable movement. This feature ensures smooth, uninterrupted audio capture, even during dynamic shoots where the microphone may be moved frequently.

The RODE Blimp is an essential tool for sound professionals working in film production, broadcasting, documentary filmmaking, and field recording. Its ability to eliminate wind noise and handling vibrations makes it ideal for dialogue recording, ambient sound capture, and on-location interviews where environmental noise can compromise audio quality.

The RODE Blimp is perfect for location sound recordists, film crews, broadcast engineers, and documentary filmmakers who need to capture clean, wind-free audio in outdoor or challenging environments. Its lightweight design, superior wind protection, and vibration isolation make it the go-to solution for high-quality, on-location sound recording.

General:

• Product Type: Complete Windshield and Shock Mount System
• Model: RODE Blimp
• Purpose: Professional windshield and shock mounting system designed to provide wind noise protection and shock isolation for shotgun microphones, ideal for outdoor location recording in film, TV, and broadcast environments

Compatibility:

• Compatible Microphones:
  • Suits most shotgun microphones up to 325 mm (12.8 inches) in length, such as the RODE NTG series (NTG1, NTG2, NTG3), RODE NTG4, NTG5, and other industry-standard shotgun mics
• Mounting:
  • Integrated 3/8" thread for mounting on boom poles, stands, or grips

Shock Mount:

• Shock Mount Type:
  • Rycote Lyre suspension system
  • Provides superior isolation from handling noise, vibrations, and shocks, ensuring clean audio even in challenging conditions
  • Made from durable thermoplastic, ensuring long-term performance without sagging or wear over time

Windshield:

• Wind Protection:
  • The Blimp system provides up to 20 dB of wind noise reduction
  • Ideal for use in moderate to high wind environments
• Windshield Cover:
  • Comes with a detachable synthetic fur "Dead Wombat" windshield cover for additional wind protection in extreme outdoor conditions
• Internal Cabling:
  • Features internal Mogami cabling with a 3-pin XLR connector for connecting the microphone to an external recorder, ensuring low handling noise and neat cable management

Handle:

• Pistol Grip Handle:
  • Ergonomically designed pistol grip handle for handheld operation
  • Includes an integrated XLR cable connection for easy microphone connection
• Boom Pole Compatibility:
  • The Blimp can also be mounted on boom poles via the 3/8" thread for extended reach in professional recording scenarios

Dimensions:

• Length: 486 mm (19.13 inches)
• Width: 125 mm (4.92 inches)
• Height: 210 mm (8.27 inches)
• Weight: 755 grams (1.66 lbs)

Included Accessories:

• RODE "Dead Wombat" synthetic fur windshield
• Pistol grip handle
• Mogami internal XLR cable
• Hex key for adjustments
• Quick Start Guide

Environmental Conditions:

• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
• Storage Temperature: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)

Additional Features:

• Rycote Lyre Shock Mount:
  • The industry-standard Rycote Lyre shock mounting system ensures maximum isolation from handling noise and vibrations, improving audio quality
• Comprehensive Wind Protection:
  • The Blimp system, combined with the "Dead Wombat" cover, provides up to 20 dB wind noise reduction, making it highly effective for outdoor shoots
• Internal Cable Management:
  • The integrated Mogami cable reduces handling noise while providing a secure, tidy connection between the microphone and recorder
• Durability:
  • Built with high-quality materials, the Blimp is durable and designed for long-term use in demanding professional environments
• Versatility:
  • Suitable for both handheld operation via the pistol grip or mounted on a boom pole for extended reach