Uploaded June 2014 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago

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Testing the Rycote Softie Lyre Mount which is designed to replace the bracket on your camcorder which holds a top-mic in place.

Rycote claim its patented "Lyre" system reduces the mic's pickup of handling noise and lens motor noise - and we conclude that it does indeed work.

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You can read our written review of the Rycote Lyre at tubeshooter.co.uk/2014/06/30/review-rycote-lyre-mic-mounts

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