Rycote HC-15 Short Shotgun Microphone

The Rycote HC-15 is a short shotgun microphone with a 3.7" interference tube that leverages the company's audio expertise to provide a high-performing, all-purpose solution for location recording, TV/film production, and broadcast work. The electret condenser capsule features sophisticated RF shielding to reduce noise and interference, while its hypercardioid polar pattern reliably attenuates off-axis sound to provide crisp, precise speech and dialog that rivals substantially more expensive models.

The HC-15 can handle sound sources at volumes up to 133 dB SPL when operating on full 48V phantom power. The mic can also run on 24V, but with lowered SPL handling capabilities. The mic offers an extremely low self noise of 8.5 dB and a wide frequency response of 50 Hz to 20 kHz. A travel case is included, while a wide variety of Rycote windshields and mounting accessories are available separately.

Capsule

Individually fine-tuned back-electret microphone capsule for professional, broadcast-quality sound with a hint of warmth.

Hypercardioid polar pattern picks up less unwanted background sound.

Preamp

Compact design

Sophisticated RF shielding

Low power consumption

RF-Protection

Active in-line filtering.

Fine-tuned mechanical RF shielding.

Thoroughly tested against digital wireless systems and walkie talkies.

Materials and Construction

Gold-plated Neutrik XLR connector.

Preamp made from non-corrosive machined brass with low impedance to ensure best possible and longest lasting RF shielding.

Capsule and interference tube made from lightweight machined aluminium.

Weight balanced to help keep center of gravity further back for improved handling when using Rycote Lyre shockmounts and slip-on wind protection.

Compatible Rycote Windshields

The HC-15 does not include a windshield. Rycote offers several compatible wind reduction options that are available separately:

3.9" Classic Softie

3.9" Short Fur Softie

3.9" SGM Foam

3.9" Super Softie

NS2-CA Nano Shield Kit

Small Cyclone Windshield

Modular Windshield Kit 2

Key Features:

For Film/TV, Location, and Broadcast

Hypercardioid Polar Pattern

Extremely Low Self Noise

Compact & Lightweight

3.7" Aluminium Interference Tube

Sophisticated RF Shielding

Weight Balanced to Improve Handling

Gold-Plated Neutrik XLR Connector

Requires 24 or 48V Phantom Power

Rycote Windshields & Mounts Available