RE20 foam source.

zebra50 · Dec 16, 2010

Hi!

Does anyone have a better memory than me?

I recall someone posting, quite recently, with a link to an on line-shop selling replacement foam kits for RE 20 microphones. I followed the link and thought I'd order some later. Now I can't find the thread or the store.

Does anyone remember it? I did use the search button.

Might just be early onset...

Thanks!

Stewart

emrr · Dec 16, 2010

EV charges about $5. They sent me a set for free once.

zebra50 · Dec 16, 2010

Thanks.

EV website says contact Bosch in Germany. I don't know what happened to their UK reps, but will give them try.

But I'm as concerned about my memory as finding the part. ???

lassoharp · Dec 17, 2010

this?

http://www.groupdiy.com/index.php?topic=41717.0

MagnetoSound · Dec 17, 2010

zebra50 said:
I don't know what happened to their UK reps

Shuttlesound.

MicDaddy · Dec 17, 2010

Call EV in the states

1-800-553-5992

ask for

78233-windscreen
78232-rear foam
78231-pop filter
78230-acoustic filter

They should ship them for free.

If replacing the foam does not remedy distortions, or loud transient, high spl issues, please contact me regarding repair.

thefastvinny · Dec 17, 2010

A little off of the original subject but I have an RE20 that needs a new capsule. I tried contacting EV a while ago to try and get a new one, never heard back from them. The voice coil is broken in the capsule and impossible to repair because of the Magnetic Field. Any suggestions?

strangeandbouncy · Dec 17, 2010

HI,

my mate re-foamed one with spare insert foam from Beyer Dt100s. They send new foam with replacement inserts(also for DT150), so he had a stack of spare foams. They are NOT cheap to buy separately.

I need to replace the foam in most of my Yamaha dynamic mics. I found that some foam suppliers suggested that I bring in some of the perished foam, and they would be able to match it. - Still havent got round to it yet! THere was one supplier in Kings Cross who was most helpful on the phone, but I cannot remember a name.

Kindest regards,

ANdyP

emrr · Dec 17, 2010

My memory says the capsule is $290; same as the refurb job cost of sending it in. Can't a new mic be had for not much more?

zebra50 · Dec 18, 2010

Thanks for all the suggestions. I've sent messages to Shuttlesound, and EV (US).

I still haven't found the thread or website I saw. Must have dreamed it!

thefastvinny · Dec 18, 2010

Good point on just getting a new mic. It has been stored for parts for a couple years now. I just saw the thread and thought I would ask around. You never know what may pop up somewhere you know.

Peace

zebra50 · Jan 7, 2011

I just wanted to say to those in the UK that Shuttlesound were very helpful and carried all the bits I needed.

EV in the States directed me to another department, and to Bosch in Germany, who didn't reply yet.

FWIW Cost for a new foam kit in the UK is about 23 quid, delivered next day.

I never did find that website again. ???

MicDaddy · Jan 8, 2011

Just a reminder, if you are within the states,

Read my post above

EV will ship you foam for free to try and replace yourself.

Woodsroad · Jun 13, 2012

EV will NOT send the foam free of charge.
They are under new ownership, and things have changed. Flat-rate repairs are around $200 now, and there is a $25 minimum order on parts. You can still get a friendly, knowledgeable American on the phone there to help you out, however. That probably won't last long, either.

zebra50 · Jun 14, 2012

The UK situation seems to be a bit of a mess.

It seems that Shuttlesound, who were the outlet for EV parts in the UK, are no more.

EV directed me to Bosch in Germany, who eventually replied saying that Gear4Music are now the UK outlet.

However, Gear4Music denied this when I asked.

fazer · Jun 14, 2012

I just called and got a real person. The part numbers have changed but Patty looked up new numbers and will send out the foam parts tomorrow. Paid by CC.

I live in the states so I guess its easier. I have had these microphones for 30 plus years but have not used them in the last 5 because of the foam breakdown. I'm looking forward to getting them up and running again.

Winetree · Jun 14, 2012

Do you happen to have the parts and phone number to post?
I've got two around the same age and condition.
Are there pix showing the refoam procedure?

fazer · Jun 15, 2012

Phone is 800 553 5992 or 402 467 6599.
Since the new company take over, they have new part numbers.

I gave them MicDaddys numbers Pattys numbers from order

78233-windscreen F01U110422 $8.80
78232-rear foam F01U153540 $1.38
78231-pop filter F01U110421 $1.71
78230-acoustic filter F01U115359 $4.43

I wrote those numbers down on paper while making the order from a cellphone. I think they're correct but you may want to double check.

sodderboy · Jun 17, 2012

I have been successfully using wall unit AC filter foam sheets for years in the older Shure mics. The smaller cell style not the large cell. Frost King in any hardware store. Should work just as well in the RE.
Mike

fazer · Jun 17, 2012

I'll pickup some AC filter foam and try it. I for some reason have an array of EV mics I've accumulated over the years. RE15,16 11,10 637's DS35.
Thanks solderboy.

RE20 foam source.

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