Comments on: Rode Blimp

By: Wind protection for MKH 416 - Page 2 at DVinfo.net

Wind protection for MKH 416 - Page 2 at DVinfo.net — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 10:07:04 +0000

[...] blimp, and harry which amounts to about $800+ US. Rycote makes a great system and on a budget, the Rode Blimp provides great bang for the buck. For a simple slip over, I also like K-TEK. Wind Protection for [...]

By: Christian Cuttler

Christian Cuttler — Sun, 17 May 2009 07:00:40 +0000

Just seen your videos on youtube, awesome ! you’re obviously a professional and it’s cool you’ve given us amateurs some free advice on this great Rode Blimp which I’ll definately be buying, through te link on this site.
Thanks for being a cool decent human being and taking the time to do what you do …. for free, really kind, have a great life mate, reckon you will.

By: Lance

Lance — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 04:02:33 +0000

I have one. Compared to an India Sennheiser clone, the mic is a better fit in the cage, in the middle, not offset. There are more adjustments, the blimp is bigger overall, everything is more sturdy and it comes with the cable. It is noticeably heavier, that is about the only thing I can say that is negative about it. There is more air space inside, which might make a better wind reduction system and certainly there is more room for various mics, even a wirelessplug in mic transmitter if I decide to use one.

By: Viktoras

Viktoras — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 13:41:43 +0000

Hello, I am using Rode nt4.I seriously need sth like that, just wondering: does rode nt4 really fits there?
thanks

By: J Hobbs

J Hobbs — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 20:16:32 +0000

Debating between DV Creator Sound Package with K-Tek Zeppelin and Rode Blimp. I’m guessing the Rode Blimp would be a better product. If so, how much better? Also, as Guy did with in the demo with another blimp, will the wireless transmitter included with the G2 Evolution fit into both these blimps, along with mic?

Thanks for the site and great products.
–J

By: Scott Swearingen

Scott Swearingen — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 18:59:31 +0000

this looks very good — the sennheiser system was too expensive for me — 2 questions: can the RODE system be attached to a boom pole? I have a GITZO with a female threaded mount. How would a I attach the system to my Sony HDR-FX1? It looks like a similar set up at the front of the camera.
You guys do a great job of finding quality at prices that independent production folks can afford.

Scott

By: cost-effective Rode Blimp now available | z z i z z l

cost-effective Rode Blimp now available | z z i z z l — Sun, 28 Dec 2008 19:21:38 +0000

[...] For the last few years we have been searching for an inexpensive wind protection system. While we have featured the professional Sennheiser set-up in the DVeStore, the price point was out of reach for many of us. We just couldn’t justify spending $800+ on a serious package. Alas, RODE has developed a solution for us mere mortals to be proud of owning – the all new RODE Blimp. [...]

By: Charlie G

Charlie G — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 19:07:04 +0000

Rode has produced a well engineered BLIMP. It comes with a hex screw driver for adjustments and
a cute little brush to make the WOMBAT comfie in the wind. I was impressed with the price and
since I received my Rode BLIMP I am impressed with the product 10 fold.
Thanks Guy & the crew at DVeSTORE

By: Jesse

Jesse — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:42:34 +0000

Thanks for your question Zan. I’d be happy to answer all your questions about this item and give you some pricing. Just email me at Jesse@dvestore.com and we can go from there.

By: Zan Shin

Zan Shin — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 16:25:09 +0000

Can the Rode blimp and furry be mounted on the Rode SM5 shock mount? I’m considering an NTG-2 for my Sony EX1, and am trying to achieve the best isolated on-camera set-up. Would be very interested in a “kit price” of NTG-2, Rode blimp, SM5 shock mount and cables.