We also look at its self-noise performance, off-axis response and coloration, as well as other important factors. If you need a better wind protection while frequently filming outside, I would advise getting this micover windscreen. In this episode, we have a look at and listen to the Audio Technica AT875R short shotgun microphone. This is a line plus gradient condenser design which operates on battery or phantom power and is designed for 'field audio acquisition in film/TV/video production, professional recording, wildlife recording and broadcast applications'. Designed for 'video production and broadcast (ENG/EFP) audio acquisition', this is the shortest Audio-Technica shotgun microphone.

The smooth, natural audio reproduction captures every detail while a tailored low frequency response controls unwanted low frequency noise. I actually like it, of course it is what it is but I like the way it sounds and behaves more than the NTG2 for example. The Softie Windshield provides a quick, simple, robust and cost effective windshield for the tough environment of modern day ENG and location recording.

The short haired Softie, known as the Camera-Mounted Softie has closely cropped dark grey synthetic fur, offers lower profile and a more compact design without severely altering the efficiency of the Softie.

In this review, we provide some raw audio samples along with the same samples recorded on the classic Sennheiser MKH416. In the package, you will also find a stand clamp and a mounting adaptor for placement on 3/8″-16 threaded stands. Both the acoustic foam and synthetic fur are made from materials which are specially designed and manufactured for the purpose, and as a result up to 25 dB of wind-noise reduction without any adverse effect on High-Frequency.

Similar to the AT897 but longer at 369mm and thus more directional, the length of the AT8035, a line plus gradient, condenser design, is 'well-suited for ENG, outdoor recording and other specialized uses'.

It also features smooth, natural-sounding on-axis audio quality and excellent off-axis rejection of sound arriving from the sides and rear of mic. Included accessories: AT8169 windscreen, AT8470 holder, 5/8 inch to 3/8 inch threaded adapter, carry case. It has 'smooth, natural-sounding on-axis audio quality and excellent off-axis rejection of sound arriving from the sides and rear'. Equipped with its own clamp with screw thread adaptor, it intalls very quickly on a boom or on a microphone stand, and at 80g you would almost forget it was there! The AT875R addresses the needs of videographers who prefer a short microphone that stays out of the frame, and efficiently rejects off-axis noise.

The Softie Windshield can be purchased either on its own, or as part of a Kit, which includes a Windshield, Lyre shock-mount and Pistol-grip. Sound rejection is not as good as it's bigger siblings, that being said it is what it is, a vast improvement over in-built mikes and can be hand-held with care for great talking head interviews. Included accessories: AT8134 windscreen, AT8405A stand clamp for 5/8 inch thread, 5/8 inch to 3/8 inch threaded adapter, battery, protective carrying case.