Do you need a pop filter if you have a cover?

The sound doesn’t hit the mic like a blast of air. So the plosives won’t make their way in your recording. Plosives are a natural part of human speech. It’s just that they get magnified in a voice recording, hence you need to filter them out.

Does the pop filter go in front or behind the mic?

Position the pop filter close to, but not touching, the microphone. Angle the microphone and pop filter to the 10 o’clock or 2 o’clock position. This will further help to prevent plosive sounds. Depending on personal preference, 2” to 6” distance between the microphone and the shield will be adequate.

When should you use a microphone cover?

In a nutshell, microphone screens are often used to block strong winds from hitting the microphone and causing unwanted noise. They are particularly helpful when you’re recording outdoors and wish to capture ambient noise with low distortions.

How much space should be between mic and pop filter?

To properly use a pop filter, place it about 2–6 inches away from the microphone. Then place the singer a few inches away from the filter. If the singer prefers, they can also sing directly into the filter. It doesn’t affect the intensity of the plosives.

Can I use both foam and pop filter?

Conclusion. You don’t need to use both a pop filter and a windscreen at the same time. They both function to reduce unwanted noises, so you can pick one, depending on where you are.

How far away should my mic be?

A good rule of thumb is to have the mic positioned about 6-12 inches away from your mouth. As you get closer to the mic, an increase in low frequency response can occur, causing your voice to be overly bassy.

Can I use two pop filters?

It is not only possible to use 2 pop filters, but I also urge you to try it. For some singers and voice-over artists, 2 pop filters are the secret to making their performances completely balanced and flawless. So, yes, you can use 2 pop filters, and, depending on the case, you should at least try it.

Should I cover microphone when not in use?

Always keep your mic in a plastic bag when not in use. Any plastic bag will stop airborne dust and foam particles from windscreens and storage boxes from settling on the capsule. Put a plastic bag over the mic when you are not working, and always bag the mic before storing it in its case.

How do you keep a pop filter from falling?

If it slips try putting a few turns of some kind of sturdy tape around the stand first. So the clamp has sybe rubber something to bite into. Duct tape or gaffer tape or maybe electrical tape. This pop filter does have a kind of cheap clamp but it work on my stands OK.