The InVision USM VB-L from Rycote is a Universal Studio Mount (USM) for large diaphragm microphones. It can be used to accommodate mics with a diameter between 2.2 to 2.7" and a weight of up to 14 oz in applications for recording studios, broadcast TV, voice-overs, and more.

The Invision USM VB-L makes use of the Lyre mount placed around a central mounting ring with adjustable fasteners. There are no elasticized parts and the mount provides up to twice the isolation of a traditional microphone suspension system.

For Large-Diaphragm Mics 2.2 to 2.7"    No Elastic Parts    Up to 12 dB Isolation from Vibrations

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will this mount with a Audio-Technica 8022 with a Rode dead cat wind screen ofer the mic?

A: Yes, the Rycote Invision Hot Shoe mount is compatible for use with the AT8022 microphone and deadcat windscreen.

Q: 2. Would this work for replacing the stock RDE VideoMic Pro shock mount?

A: This shock mount is designed for a true shotgun mic and would not fit the RODE VideoMic Pro model.

Q: 3. Does this work for the original rode video mic? Not the pro version, but the original?

A: The Rycote shock mount you want for the original VideoMic model is the Rycote Universal Shotgun Mount for Cameras and Boom Poles (B&H # RYUSGM) which fits mics that have a 19 to 35mm diameter. The InVision model is for mics with a 19 to 25mm diameter and may not open wide enough for the original VideoMic model. I would also suggest contacting Rode directly. They did have an upgraded replacement mount available. You can reach Rode by phone at 562-364-7400. Their US office is based in California.

Q: 4. Will this shock mount connect to the OC white proboom elite without an adapter?

A: Yes it will

Q: 5. Can you hang a U87 upside down using this shockmount?

A: The Diameter of the Neumann U87 is too large to fit this shock mount. A model that would work is the Auray SSM-NMN Suspension Shockmount for Neumann Microphones, B&H # AUSSMNMN.

Q: 6. Is there a 1/4-20 thread underneath the cold shoe?

A: No, it does not. You would need to use an adapter: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1369426-REG/camvate_c0993_2_x_1_4_hot.html

Q: 7. Pertaining to the question regarding whether or not this mount will work with the videomic pro, for those who do use it, is this the best way to go?

A: I use it with a Sennheiser ME 64 with the K6 powering module, AA battery and aRycote Standard Hole Softie Windscreen. I think the my set up weights about the same as the Rode videomic pro. It works great for me! The RycoteLyre Shockmount is the best I've used with a DSLR. I work professionally and highly recommend Rycote shock mounts

Q: 8. would this also work with a boom pole?

A: This shock mount is designed specifically to be inserted into a hot shoe of a camera. I would recommend the Rycote Universal Shotgun Mount for Cameras and Boom Poles, B&H # RYUSGM. This model, which features a Duo-Lyre Cradle, is designed for use with a boom pole or to be mounted on a camera.

Q: 9. Will this work with an AKG 414 XLS? That mic has more of a tappered square shape.

A: Yes, the Rycote InVision Studio Kit with USM can be used with the AKG C414 XLS Large-Diaphragm Multipattern Condenser Microphone.

Q: 10. Does this have the same locking mechanism of "Rycote Universal Mount for Cameras" which some users said it is bad?

A: Yes, the locking mechanism on the Rycote InVision On-Camera Shockmount for Microphones & Cameras is the same as the one on the Rycote Universal Shotgun Mount for Cameras.