Sennheiser XS Lav - Foam Windshield Foam windshield for XS Lav USB-C and XS Lav Mobile

Sennheiser XS Lav Foam Windshield

The Sennheiser XS Lav Foam Windshield (Article Number: 509296) is a factory-original original equipment manufacturer (OEM) replacement acoustic foam windscreen designed explicitly for the Sennheiser XS Lav USB-C and Sennheiser XS Lav Mobile omnidirectional clip-on lavalier microphones.

Whether you are vlogging, recording podcasts, capturing interviews, or handling video conferencing calls, proximity to a speaker's mouth or unexpected drafts can introduce localized distortions. This custom-fit foam buffer slips over the miniature capsule to diffuse moving air and deliver clear, intelligible dialogue.

Key Architectural and Acoustic Attributes

• Targeted Plosive Diffusion: Constructed from high-grade, low-density open-cell polyurethane acoustic foam, it effectively absorbs fast-moving air fragments caused by explosive speech sounds (such as "P," "B," and "T" plosives) before they overload the condenser element.

• Acoustically Transparent Filter Matrix: The structure is engineered to provide essential air resistance without rolling off critical high frequencies. This leaves the vocal presence and natural clarity of the XS Lav capsule fully intact.

• Low-Profile Mobile Aesthetic: Tailored to fit tightly around the exact 10.5 mm diameter dimensions of the XS Lav capsule, this windshield preserves a small, lightweight footprint. It remains visually discreet on camera, avoiding bulky distractions on a speaker's clothing.

• Environmental Capsule Protection: Beyond acoustic treatment, the foam matrix serves as a protective shield that captures dust, stray moisture, and skin oils, keeping fine debris out of the micro-ports of the condenser transducer.

Technical Specifications Matrix

Deployment and Alignment Advice

Ideal for Everyday Content Creation: This foam windscreen is perfect for typical indoor environments, office sound spaces, or calm outdoor recording sessions. If you are reporting from highly exposed, high-wind outdoor environments, pairing the lavalier with a specialized, high-density faux-fur "deadcat" windscreen is recommended to handle severe gusts.

Tool-Free Slide Fitting: Replacing or installing the windshield is straightforward. Align the hollow base of the 509296 foam tip with the top of the XS Lav mic head. Gently slide it straight down onto the capsule barrel until it is completely seated against the base of the clip mount. Avoid twisting or pulling hard on the foam to prevent tearing the material.