Rycote Windshield Kit 2-MZL

The Rycote Windshield Kit 2-MZL is a complete modular windshield and suspension system for short shotgun microphones that use Sennheiser's MZL cable, such as the Sennheiser MKH 8060 with its XLR module removed. It's the classic "zeppelin" setup used by boom operators on film and TV sets, built around Rycote's WS 2 windshield.

The WS 2 basket alone reduces wind noise by about 30 dB, and the WJ 2 Windjammer, a synthetic fur cover that slips over it, adds about 20 dB more for strong wind outdoors. Inside, the microphone sits on a medium MZL suspension with two Rycote Lyre 62 mounts, which isolate it from handling and boom-pole noise and never sag like rubber bands. The CB9 ConnBox connects the MZL cable inside the windshield to an XLR at the back.

The kit comes with a pistol grip for handheld use and an adaptor for a boom pole, so it works for documentary, interviews and full drama setups. Rent it in Montréal with an MKH 8060 for clean dialogue outdoors. The microphone is not included.

Technical information

• For: Short shotgun mics with an MZL cable, such as the Sennheiser MKH 8060
• Windshield: WS 2, about 30 dB wind reduction
• Windjammer: WJ 2, about 20 dB more
• Suspension: Medium MZL, two Lyre 62 mounts
• Connector: CB9 ConnBox, MZL to XLR
• Handling: Pistol grip and boom pole adaptor
• Part number: 086050

Replacement value: $1129.00 CAD + taxes or market value