After training as a location sound recordists at BBC Wood Norten, Simon joined full-time in 1997. Simon originally started as a production engineer, then became technical director and eventually took over full ownership and management of Rycote with his wife Odette (who just also happened to run all manufacturing operations and logistics) until they sold the business in 2018.
Over the course of 35 years of making audio accessories, they created many new products and categories that are now considered as broadcast industry standards.
- Synthetic fur for windshield blimps
- Foam with an integrated fur covering commonly referred to as a 'dead____' (insert animal name of your choice)
- Windshield furs for portable recorders
- Modern windshield kits with interchangeable parts
- Patented universal mic shock mounts using non-elastic polymer material
- Purpose made lavalier mic adhesive stickers and accompanying fur covers
Pair of RAD-1 Hoops, Standard Firmness 72-Shore (Black - Hoops Only)
Pair of RAD-1 Hoops, Soft Firmness 62-Shore (Light Blue - Hoops Only)
Pair of RAD-1 Hoops, Soft Firmness 62-Shore (Dark Grey - Hoops Only)
Pair of RAD-2 Hoops, Standard Firmness 72-Shore (Black - Hoops Only)
Pair of RAD-2 Hoops, Soft Firmness 62-Shore (Light Blue - Hoops Only)
Pair of RAD-2 Hoops, Soft Firmness 62-Shore (Dark Grey - Hoops Only)
Pair of RAD-2 Hoops, Extra Firm 82-Shore (Dark Blue - Hoops Only)
Pair of RAD 19/20mm Mic Clips, Non Safety Strap (Clips Only - No Hoops)
Pair of RAD Universal Mic Clips, Light Blue Soft Grip (Clips Only - No Hoops)
Pair of RAD Universal Mic Clips, Dark Grey Soft Grip (Clips Only - No Hoops)
RAD Mount Boom Adaptor with 360 XLR Holder (Top Bracket not included)
RAD Mount Top Bracket w/ Thumbwheel (3/8 Boom Adaptor & 360 XLR Holder not included)
Replacement Windcover for Rycote WS3 / Perfect 416 Windshield, Black Fur
