SKOOBY LAPOSKY

This complete binaural rig was created out of necessity. I needed a pair of electrets that could handle being out in the wild. My LOM mikroUši mics sounded great, but died within a few months because the cables were just too thin. Plus, most professional field recording gear is expensive and more affordable alternatives do not exist. Until now! Built to order (two-week turnaround time).

Below is a sample recording using the “furry” binaural rig at Yellowstone National Park during a morning bison migration .



The binaural rig includes:

Stereo-matched pair of electret microphones (see specs below)
Preamp (see specs below)
Pair of nylon windscreens
Pair of faux fur “baby ball gag” windjammers
Pair of 3D-printed spherical windshields
Pair of official mini Rycote lyre shock mounts
Aluminum T-bar (with tripod mounting)
Binaural ear rig (3D-printed)

*recording device not included 

Preamp Specs:

• Power: 9V battery
• 3.5mm (1/8") stereo mini input
• 3.5mm (1/8") stereo mini output
• Features LM386 amplifier chips
• Stereo “out” jack functions as on/off switch (when the output cable is unplugged the preamp powers off)

• Mic Gain: 30dB
• Dimensions: 1" x 2.5" x 3.5"

Stereo Matched Electret Microphone Specs:

• Ultra low noise - High Sensitivity
  
• Primo EM272 Microphone Capsules
  
• Wide Dynamic range
  
• Signal to Noise ratio 80dB (Self Noise 14dBA)
  
• Sensitivity -28 dB (±3dB at 1kHz, 0dB=1V/Pa)
  
• Maximum input Sound Pressure Level 119 dB
  

Frequency Response: