Pop Filter

[Seijou]

Sorry guys, if this is a silly question. Newly embarked into the world of recording... and I always wondered... Why don't professional musicians use pop filters (while performing)? Do they perform with such high-end microphones, that a pop filter isn't required?

[ronmac]

Originally Posted by Seijou

Sorry guys, if this is a silly question. Newly embarked into the world of recording... and I always wondered... Why don't professional musicians use pop filters (while performing)? Do they perform with such high-end microphones, that a pop filter isn't required?

Most pros are aware of the physical properties and limitations of the tools they use and adapt accordingly. Proper mic to mouth position and movement, when necessary, to eliminate "pops and splosives", is a technique that can be learned.

[K-vegas]

double post...

[K-vegas]

Originally Posted by Seijou

Why don't professional musicians use pop filters (while performing)? Do they perform with such high-end microphones, that a pop filter isn't required?

My experience with live performances is that dynamic mic's don't require a pop filter so much. You still get 'pops' from vocal syllables but they are small and lost in the live mix. Some live performance mics I used even have some pop fiiltering built into mic - small piece of foam etc.

In a studio environment, 'pops' are highly noticable and the better the mic the more you have to guard for it, even on mics with lo cut switch. Mark

[Seijou]

Originally Posted by ronmac

Most pros are aware of the physical properties and limitations of the tools they use and adapt accordingly. Proper mic to mouth position and movement, when necessary, to eliminate "pops and splosives", is a technique that can be learned.

Thanks guys - I guess one of the reasons I was curious was because I wanted to make my recordings as "real" as possible, as if you were in the same room with me, and without much (if any) editing.

I just figured, if the pros learn to sing into mics without pop filters? I should do the same...

[ronmac]

Besides the "P Popping" another good reason to use a pop screen in front of a studio mic is to protect it from moisture.