Archive for May, 2015

DIY Microphone Shield/Gobo – 2 Minutes (with Video!)

Stuff you need: Glue, Binder and Foam

Stuff you need: Glue, Binder and Foam

Acoustics First understands that the Do-it-Yourself spirit in the audio world is alive and well, and here is another one of our contributions to that community.

The personal mic shield… all you need is…

  • Foam safe Glue
  • a One inch thick, three ring binder
  • two 1 foot x 1 foot pieces of foam
  • 2 Minutes

Got everything together?
Do you have 2 minutes?
Let’s do this!
Watch the video…

Or follow the steps…

Open the Binder

Open the Binder

Open the binder and bend the bottom tab flat.

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Spray the Binder and the back of the foam with glue.

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Wait for a few seconds for the glue to get tacky, then carefully stick the foam to the binder – be sure to apply pressure to allow for a strong bond.

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Give the glue some time to dry.
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After the glue sets, slide the rings of the binder over a bare mic stand – the top tab will hold the shield up.
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All Done!Just set up your mic and you’re ready to go!

Complete Mic Shield with Microphone.

Complete Mic Shield with Microphone.

This DIY project is brought to you by Acoustics First – Be inspired and sound great doing it. Enjoy!

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