The Saramonic VWS Windshield and Suspension System is a professional-grade microphone accessory engineered for filmmakers, broadcast crews, and location sound recordists who demand clean, interference-free audio even in the most challenging outdoor conditions. Designed to fit shotgun and pencil microphones with diameters between 0.75 and 0.91 inches and lengths up to 14.9 inches, this versatile system adapts to the most popular pro mics on the market.
Combining a furry windscreen for superior wind noise rejection with an internal shockmount that absorbs handling vibrations, the Saramonic VWS delivers broadcast-quality sound whether you are working in gusty exteriors or fast-moving documentary shoots. An integrated coiled XLR cable, multiple mounting options, and a lightweight reconstructible design make it an indispensable tool for any serious audio kit.
Key features
- Extreme Weather Performance: Furry windscreen significantly reduces wind noise, enabling clean, intelligible audio during outdoor and on-location recording sessions.
- Internal Shockmount Isolation: Built-in suspension system absorbs handling vibrations and mechanical rumble, protecting recordings from unwanted noise artifacts.
- Wide Microphone Compatibility: Accommodates shotgun and pencil microphones with diameters from 0.75 to 0.91 inches and lengths up to 14.9 inches, covering a broad range of professional mics.
- Integrated Coiled XLR Cable: Onboard coiled XLR cable simplifies rigging, reduces cable clutter, and ensures a reliable signal path without additional adapters.
- Versatile Mounting Options: Easily mounts on a boompole or microphone stand, and features a pistol-grip handle for quick handheld operation on the go.
- Lightweight & Reconstructible Design: Compact, low-profile build minimises boom fatigue during long shoots, while the reconstructible construction allows for easy maintenance and part replacement.
Specifications
| Compatible Microphone Type | Shotgun or Pencil Microphone |
|---|---|
| Microphone Diameter Range | 0.75 to 0.91 inches |
| Maximum Microphone Length | Up to 14.9 inches |
| Windscreen Type | Furry Windscreen |
| Shock Isolation | Internal Shockmount |
| Cable | Integrated Coiled XLR Cable |
| Mounting Options | Boompole, Stand, or Pistol-Grip Handle |
| Design | Lightweight, Reconstructible |
Frequently asked questions
Which microphones are compatible with the Saramonic VWS Windshield and Suspension System?
The Saramonic VWS is compatible with shotgun and pencil microphones that have a body diameter between 0.75 and 0.91 inches and a total length of up to 14.9 inches, making it suitable for most professional-grade boom microphones.
Does the Saramonic VWS include a cable, or do I need to purchase one separately?
The system comes with an integrated coiled XLR cable built in, so no separate cable purchase is necessary for connecting your microphone to a recorder or mixer.
Can I use the Saramonic VWS handheld, or does it require a boom pole?
The Saramonic VWS offers flexible mounting options. It can be mounted on a boompole or a microphone stand, and it also features a pistol-grip handle that allows for comfortable handheld use in run-and-gun shooting scenarios.
