Using a pop filter is just a part of the solution. It doesn't negate the need for mic technique.

I use a pop filter as SOP.... but I also use mic techniques. I find that backing off on the powerful notes and singing past the mic are the best ways to prevent problems.

By "singing past the mic" I simple mean.... Imagine a straight line from your mouth going straight out. Now, place the mic at approximately 45 degrees off that line on either side. The effect is that all the plosives will miss the mic and you will only get the clean audio. All the polsive really is is simply the puff of air that hits the windscreen. Put it off axis and that is no longer an issue. 45 degrees is just a suggestion. Could actually be more, even up to 90. Sibilence is an overload of the high frequencies and distance is your friend with that.

When we perform live, we tend to eat the mic. However, in a studio, with a condenser mic, you can easily have the mic at a distance and get great audio. Pop filter and a foot or more is common. Singer sings into the pop filter and life is good.

I have used the old cheap embroidery hoop and nylon stocking.... still have it around here somewhere..... and I have used a decent looking and slightly pricier "official" pop filter and to be totally honest, they both appear and sound to work equally well.

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