AKG W81 Windscreen Microlite Black - 10 Pack
Description
AKG W81 Windscreen Microlite Black – 10 Pack
Placing these AKG W81 windscreens on your microphones preserves the pristine, transparent tone character that makes these condensers so valued by recording engineers. The ultra-lightweight Microlite design adds virtually no mass or proximity effect to your signal chain, so natural resonance shines through without coloration. This 10-pack delivers flexibility across studio sessions, overdub tracking, ambient recording, and multi-mic setups—you'll always have wind and plosive protection without sacrificing the detailed, articulate sound that drew you to AKG quality in the mix.
Design & Build
Foam windscreen construction increases microphone size by only a fraction, maintaining the ergonomic profile of your original mics. The Black finish integrates cleanly into studio environments while the minimal size addition ensures comfortable handling and mounting on stands or boom arms during session work.
Compatibility & Versatility
These windscreens are engineered specifically for LC81 MD (lavalier), EC81 MD (ear-hook), and HC81 MD (headworn) reference lightweight cardioid microphones. The 10-pack format means you can protect multiple mics across different recording scenarios, isolation stations, or simultaneous tracking setups without interruption.
Key Features
- Package quantity: 10 windscreens per pack
- Finish color: Black
- Material: Foam windscreen
- Compatible with AKG LC81 MD lavalier microphone
- Compatible with AKG EC81 MD ear-hook microphone
- Compatible with AKG HC81 MD headworn microphone
- Microlite lightweight design minimizes mass addition
- Minimal size increase preserves mic handling and mounting
- Eliminates wind noise and plosive interference
- Maintains transparent tone without coloration
- Ideal for studio, live, and outdoor recording environments
- Professional-grade protection across multiple setups
These practical essentials protect your investment and recording clarity while you focus entirely on capturing clean performances and detailed tracks.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | Taiwan |
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At a Glance
The AKG W81 Windscreen Microlite Black 10-pack delivers wind and plosive rejection while maintaining the transparent, uncolored character essential for capturing clean vocal and instrument recordings. Home studio and recording engineers get ten windscreens per pack—enough to outfit multiple mics across different sessions, isolation booths, or concurrent recording chains without tone compromise. The minimal mass addition ensures your carefully chosen AKG reference microphones retain their detailed, neutral response in the mix.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which AKG microphones are these windscreens compatible with?
The AKG W81 Windscreen Microlite is engineered specifically for the AKG LC81 MD lavalier, EC81 MD ear-hook, and HC81 MD headworn reference microphones. Always verify your mic model before purchasing.
Will the windscreen change the tone or add proximity effect to my microphone?
No. The ultra-lightweight Microlite foam design adds virtually no mass or proximity effect, preserving the transparent, articulate character and detailed response of your AKG microphone without coloration.
How many windscreens come in the pack?
This pack includes 10 windscreens, giving you enough protection across multiple mics, venues, studio stations, or backup rigs without running short in the middle of a session or performance.
Will the windscreen make my microphone harder to handle or mount?
No. The foam construction increases microphone size by only a fraction, maintaining the ergonomic profile and comfortable handling of your original mic while ensuring clean integration into stands, boom arms, and headworn mounts.
What protection does this windscreen provide?
These windscreens eliminate wind noise and plosive interference, making them ideal for outdoor recording, live performances, and studio sessions where environmental clarity and vocal protection are priorities.
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