Rycote Nano Shield and PCS Quick Release System for Microphones

In this episode, we have a closer look at the Rycote Nano Shield wind shield as well as Rycote’s PCS quick release system for microphones. Rycote pitches the Nano Shield as their most advanced wind shield to date, and in my testing with it so far, I agree. Their PCS quick release system includes several different models including their flagship model for boom poles as well as the less expensive Lite version for studio microphone arms or even camera equipment. Let’s take a closer look!

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Gear used or mentioned in this episode. The links below are Amazon.com, B&H Photo, Sweetwater, DVEStore, Perfect Circuit, or other affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases:

- Rycote Nano Shield microphone wind shield kits — B&H https://geni.us/ZAcAYV
- Rycote PCS microphone quick release — B&H https://geni.us/1WBdkmX
- DPA 4017b shotgun microphone — B&H, Sweetwater https://geni.us/0au8jgx
- Sound Devices 888 audio recorder/mixer — B&H, Sweetwater https://geni.us/zAryW4J
- Earthworks Ethos studio microphone — B&H, Sweetwater https://geni.us/8G8UdBB
- Universal Audio Volt 276 USB Audio Interface — B&H, Sweetwater, Amazon https://geni.us/H5pbQ7
- Panasonic GH5 camera — B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/InspOl
- Olympus 45mm f/1.8 lens — B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/6cvOQ
- Canon C70 Camera — B&H https://geni.us/ABYB
- Canon RF 24-70 f/2.8 lens — B&H, Amazon https://geni.us/qwsEs

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Index:
00:00 Start
00:07 Summary
00:17 Introduction - Nano Shield
01:00 What is unique?
02:37 Shockmount and Lyres
04:25 Tool-less adjustment
05:05 Mix and match baskets
05:35 RF and low cut filter
05:55 Included accessories
09:35 Conclusion — Nano Shield
10:13 Transparency — outdoor samples
14:28 PCS Quick Release Overview
14:45 PCS Boom
17:09 PCS Lite
19:54 Please buy my courses