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  • High-performance windshield for the RØDE VideoMic
  • Acoustically transparent synthetic fur
  • All RØDE windshields are manufacturedusing high quality open cell foam and / or premium artificial fur.
  • Designed and shaped to give optimum protection from wind with minimal impact on the recorded sound.
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  • Weight; 22g
  • Dimensions; 31.00mmH x 105.00mmW x 208.00mmD

RØDE Deadcat

Wind Shield for VideoMic, NTG1, NTG2, and WSVM Microphones

The Dead Cat windshield is designed for minimizing any wind noise when recording in high wind conditions. Its artificial fur is specially designed so as to minimize wind noise while remaining acoustically transparent.

About RØDE Microphones

RØDE Microphones are a uniquely Australian owned and operated audio company. Our home is in beautiful Sydney, just 20km west of Sydney's downtown area and right near the home of the Sydney 2000 Olympics.

Comprising three warehouses with a total footprint of over 110,000 square feet, the RØDE state-of-the-art plant has precision machinery and an international team of more than 250 people across highly skilled disciplines: electronics engineering, industrial design, technical engineering, robotics, audio and acoustics engineering, metal production, toolmaking, injection-mould technology, logistics, assembly, quality control, finance, marketing and sales.

As well as our main campus in Sydney, we have offices in Los Angeles, New York, London, Hong Kong, Shenzhen and Seoul. Our extensive distributor and 6000-strong storefront network ensures RØDE Microphones are sold in 117 countries – and growing – making RØDE a truly global company.

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    Battery Powered
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    Product Description

    The DeadCat is a high-performance windshield for the RØDE VideoMic. Designed for use in windy recording environments, it features high-quality artificial fur that is acoustically transparent.

    Customer reviews

    4.5 out of 5 stars
    4.5 out of 5
    838 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the performance, wind noise reduction, and quality of the microphone. For example, they mention that it works well, it's effective, and it doesn't muffle sound. Some appreciate the wind shield. That said, opinions are mixed on the fit, value, and thickness.

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    59 customers mention55 positive4 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the performance of the windscreen. They mention that it works well in breezy conditions, and is more effective than the standard windscreen that comes with the Rode. The results are impressive, and it works as a muff. Some say that it's very useful and does exactly what it'd be expected to do.

    "It’s working very well, blocking a lots of wind noise and unwanted frequencies" Read more

    "...Its great in less then perfect conditions and really works out well...." Read more

    "...the dead cat I was looking for, it gets 5 stars for being a very functional wind muff...." Read more

    "...It works great I had no wind noise coming through to the microphone at all" Read more

    39 customers mention36 positive3 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the wind noise reduction of the microphone. They mention that it reduces noise for wind as advertised, making the sound pickup more precise and accurate. They also say that the voices can still be clearly heard above the background wind noise and that it gives a much clear voice transfer.

    "It’s working very well, blocking a lots of wind noise and unwanted frequencies" Read more

    "...Strong, hat-holding, wind sounds like ... wind, and voices can still be clearly heard above the background wind noise...." Read more

    "...The product itself does help reduce wind noise pretty well." Read more

    "...It works great I had no wind noise coming through to the microphone at all" Read more

    20 customers mention20 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the microphone. They mention it's a very nice product, well-made, and has a cool fuzzy look.

    "...I put it over my video mic, and it has a cool fuzzy look as well...." Read more

    "...It adds a more pro look to my rig and performs much better than the standard windscreen that comes with the Rode VideoMic...." Read more

    "The Deadcat shipped fast and looks well, like a little dead cat. It fits a little loose but that okay as it gets the job done...." Read more

    "It's good. Minimizes wind noise; snug fit. I have tested it with field recordings with my Rode shotgun and it works well." Read more

    17 customers mention17 positive0 negative

    Customers like the wind shield. They say it does a good job blocking out wind, it works well with the Rode microphone, and it helps reduce the wind a little bit. Customers also say it provides an added layer of protection against wind. Overall, customers are satisfied with the product and recommend it to others.

    "...that it slips over the foam because it gives me an added layer of protection against wind...." Read more

    "...I heard my actors loud and clear and barely a puff of wind! Totally worth the $40!" Read more

    "...Blocks the wind well, but not a 100% solution. Don't go out on a shoot in heavy wind expecting no audio disturbances...." Read more

    "A little over priced but does a great job with the wind...." Read more

    27 customers mention14 positive13 negative

    Customers are mixed about the fit of the wind muff. Some mention that it fits perfectly on their video mic, while others say that it doesn't fit well, is too long to fit, and only fits Rode stuff.

    "...I was shocked at how simple it was, it came in a small bag, really tight knit and velcros over the videomic. Simple yet useful...." Read more

    "...i found out later it was a little bit too long, it comes into view , so either invest more money into a shockmount that hopefully works or give it a..." Read more

    "...It does fit over the specified RODE microphone, though the back end of it may have a small gap with the Velcro is...." Read more

    "Do not buy this for the VideoMic NTG like I did. It won’t fit." Read more

    25 customers mention12 positive13 negative

    Customers are mixed about the value of the microphone. Some mention it's totally worth the price and an excellent buy, while others say it'll overprice you and offer little value. Some say the product looks cheaper in person and is cheaply made.

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    "...It works. It's worth the price. Hope this helps." Read more

    "Slightly overpriced, but it's better than getting crappy sound without...." Read more

    "...I heard my actors loud and clear and barely a puff of wind! Totally worth the $40!" Read more

    20 customers mention13 positive7 negative

    Customers are mixed about the thickness of the microphone. Some mention it's well made, made of fine quality fabric, and holds together well. However, others say that it seems slightly thin and flimsy.

    "...This dead cat is very well made, but the price seems a bit high." Read more

    "...Its great in less then perfect conditions and really works out well...." Read more

    "seems slightly thin, i thought it would be thicker. i feel like it should have been made of something like one of those fur coats (or fake fur)...." Read more

    "...Good constuction, and a good value." Read more

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    1.0 out of 5 stars Past niet op de rode videomic NTG.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars okay
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    4.0 out of 5 stars 確かに風は入らない
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