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Grey foam rain cover with weatherproof backing for 145mm stereo windshield kit

Rycote

Rycote Duck-WSAE Rain Cover for Stereo Windshield Kit AE 145mm

SKU CH-VAZG-SQPRG

Weatherproof cover diffuses rain noise on 145 mm stereo windshields for clean outdoor audio

  • Weatherproof cover protects stereo windshield kit AE in rain
  • Open-cell foam with weatherproof backing diffuses rain droplet sound
  • Minimizes rain noise during wet weather recording sessions
  • Fits 145mm diameter windshields for versatile mounting options
  • Durable construction maintains microphone performance in challenging conditions

Weatherproof rain cover for stereo windshields

The Rycote Duck-WSAE is a protective cover designed for mono and stereo windshield kits with a 145mm diameter. It creates a waterproof barrier over the windshield and wind muff to shield audio equipment from rain. Field recordists and location sound engineers use it to maintain microphone performance during wet weather shoots. The cover mounts the windshield onto a fixed stand for versatile recording setups.

Diffuses rain droplets to minimise noise

Constructed from durable open-cell foam with a weatherproof backing, the cover diffuses the sound of impacting rain droplets. This design minimises rain noise captured by the microphone during recording in challenging conditions. The materials prevent weather-related disturbances without compromising the windshield kit's acoustic transparency. It ensures optimal audio capture for video, film, ENG, EFP and sporting events.

Mounts 145mm windshields on fixed stands

The accessory fits any windshield with a 5.70 inch (145mm) diameter, securing it to a fixed stand for stable outdoor deployment. It protects Rycote Stereo Windshield Kit AE systems from moisture while preserving high-quality performance. Builds requiring integrated wind and rain protection for location recording gain a flexible mounting solution. Buyers needing covers for smaller or larger diameter windshields cannot use this model.

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Questions about this item

How is the Duck-WSAE rain cover attached to the Stereo Windshield Kit AE, and what alignment step is critical?

Stretch the open-cell foam cover over the 145mm diameter windshield until the weatherproof backing seats evenly; the critical step is confirming full circumference contact so rain cannot channel underneath.

What part of the Duck-WSAE will need replacement after extended outdoor use?

The open-cell foam layer gradually loses its water-repellent properties and acoustic transparency; replace the cover when water no longer beads on the surface or high-frequency detail becomes muffled.

What is the first performance limit reached during a long recording session in steady rain?

Saturation of the foam's outer cells increases weight on the windshield and begins to attenuate frequencies above the speech range, signalling the cover has absorbed its practical maximum moisture.

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