[
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "I%20bought%20roland%20CS010%20eM%20mic%2Fear%20phones%20in%20the%20bage%20there%20are%20two%20funny%20fluffy%20things%20where%20do%20they%20go%20the%20rest%20are%20all%20silacone"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "It sounds like the \u201cfunny fluffy things\u201d you found in the bag are the **windscreens** for the microphones built into your Roland CS-10EM in-ear binaural mic/earphones. These are soft foam or fuzzy covers meant to protect the little mic capsules. ([roland.com](https://www.roland.com/jp/products/cs-10em/specifications/?utm_source=openai))\n\nHere\u2019s exactly what they\u2019re for and how you use them:\n\n---\n\n### \ud83d\udd0d What Are They?\n\n- The Roland CS-10EM includes little mics on the outside of the earphones to do binaural field recording. These have mic capsules that are sensitive to wind and strong air puffs. ([roland.com](https://www.roland.com/jp/products/cs-10em/specifications/?utm_source=openai))  \n- The \u201cfluffy things\u201d or foamy things are **windscreens** (also sometimes called mic foam covers or wind shields). They're included in the box to help reduce wind noise when you\u2019re recording outside. ([roland.com](https://www.roland.com/jp/products/cs-10em/specifications/?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n### \ud83c\udfaf Where Do They Go?\n\n- Each fluff/foam piece slips directly **over the mic capsule**\u2014the tiny part sticking out on the outside of each earbud. It should cover just the mic element to protect it.  \n- They\u2019re not meant for the silicone ear tips (the parts that go inside your ear) or the earphone speaker housing\u2014only the mic portion.  \n\n---\n\n### \u26a0\ufe0f Why Use Them?\n\n- Outdoors, wind (or even breathing close to the mic) creates \u201cwind noise\u201d or \u201cpop\u201d sounds that mess up recordings. The foam windscreen blocks or softens that air movement. ([roland.com](https://www.roland.com/jp/products/cs-10em/specifications/?utm_source=openai))  \n- Indoors, they might slightly muffle high-frequencies or alter sound, so some people remove them when wind or strong air blasts are not a concern. It\u2019s mostly about clarity when the mic is exposed. ([reddit.com](https://www.reddit.com/r/microphone/comments/18j9kx6?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\nIf you want, I can walk you through putting them on properly (and cleaning or replacing them) so you can get the best recordings. Do you want that?"
    },
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "do%20they%20click%20in%20there%20seems%20to%20be%20a%20clicky%20thing"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "Yes \u2014 those foam/furry windscreens *do* click on to the microphone capsules. There is often a small lip around each mic that the foam piece grips onto so it stays in place. When you slide the windscreen on correctly, you\u2019ll hear or feel a little \u201cclick\u201d or snug snap as it seats onto that lip.\n\nHere are some tips to get them on properly:\n\n1. **Match each windscreen to the mic capsule** \u2014 the capsule is the exposed, grille-like part on the outside of each earbud.\n\n2. **Gently stretch the foam open**, slide it over the capsule, and push it down until you reach the edge or lip of the metal/mesh grille.\n\n3. **You might feel or hear a slight click** or at least feel it snap into place when it\u2019s fully seated.\n\n4. **Check security**: tug lightly to make sure it doesn\u2019t fall off easily, but avoid pulling too hard or forcing it too far \u2014 they\u2019re delicate.\n\nIf you want, I can walk you through with pictures to help confirm which part is the mic so you know exactly where to click the windscreen in."
    }
]