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Review on aokeo Professional Microphone Pop Filter Mask Shield - Premium Wind Pop Screen for Blue Yeti & Other Mics with Flexible 360° Gooseneck Clip Arm by Carl Morgan

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Spend $4 more and buy NADY!

I worked at LA Studios for 3 years as a runner and assistant engineer and to this day I never thought of a pop filter. Let's get REAL! It's two layers of tights wrapped around an embroidery hoop, and if you're really on a budget you can make one for less than $4. I can tell you from experience that, with the exception of expensive metal mesh filters, all pantyhose filters sound pretty much the same. Knowing I didn't hesitate when I needed a pop screen. Just bought the first one I saw with Prime Fast Shipping. GOOD: This filter sounds no better or worse than any other filter I've used. I received it quickly and it serves its purpose. THE BAD: Traditional pop filters have a hinge that connects the filter to the gooseneck for easy disassembly and positioning. The hinge makes it easy to tilt the filter at a 45 degree angle to the gooseneck. It also allows you to change the screen when things get rough. This filter appears to be a one-time use and lacks the default loop so positioning is a bit awkward. The stand clip also feels pretty cheap. After noticing these issues, I looked at several other Revain filters and found the Nady filters. They look like the ones we used in the studio. I'll keep it until it falls apart and then trade it in for Nady for only $4.

Pros
  • Comfortable
Cons
  • Interchangeable