After their performance at the 2024 Waterbomb in Seoul, many online users are speculating whether WayV utilized condoms during their set.
In the summer of 2024, WayV, the Chinese boy group under SM Entertainment, delivered a mesmerizing performance at the Waterbomb music festival. The group wowed the crowd with their dynamic live vocals, high-energy dance routines, and striking appearance, making it one of the most memorable moments of South Korea’s hottest annual event.
Despite WayV’s undeniable impressive performance, fans were drawn to another interesting aspect. The boys could be seen waterproofing their microphones at Waterbomb, causing quite a stir on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter). As images of the boys using condoms as microphone covers went viral, netizens took notice and quickly spread the topic across various online community forums.
240707 Waterbomb #XIAOJUN #샤오쥔 #WayV #WeishenV #XiaoJunpic.twitter.com / vWpIIS6lLP
— Jaeger_0808 (@Jaeger990808) July 8, 2024
i finally noticed the mic condom in my videos hahahah pic.twitter.com/Hbq6l7Qkup
— mar saw wayv (@ynhoes) July 8, 2024
240707 WATERBOMBYou will always be a free summer. #Hendery #黄冠亨 #Hendry #WayV #威神V #WayV pic.twitter.com/t65ZwFML9J
— 好運亨通 (@GOODLUCK_8310) July 9, 2024
As Waterbomb is a music festival focused on water, the staff members of SM Entertainment decided to safeguard the equipment by covering the microphones with condoms. This revelation entertained fans and even caused some to blush.
T-that thing on the mic… oh that’s not 😭…. pic.twitter.com/p8XgrHVuB3
— Claudia 🌈 Give me that ❤️🔥🏹 (@cloudparadise__) July 7, 2024
OH MY GOD NOT THE TIP 😭😭😭😭😭😭 https://t.co/U90F3ofmtz pic.twitter.com/2uckj9WzG1
— Claudia 🌈 Give me that ❤️🔥🏹 (@cloudparadise__) July 8, 2024
Although this may not be a widespread practice, it is not uncommon in the music industry for artists to use condoms as a way to protect their electronic devices during performances. In addition to having waterproof gear, crews often take additional precautions to prevent any damage. This simple method not only safeguards the devices from constant splashing, but also ensures the safety of the artists by avoiding direct contact in case of an electrical leak.
ohh i just learned from the qrts who do theater — they actually use stuff like condoms to keep the mics protected from sweat or water damage!! that’s interesting lol https://t.co/CbM1Po8ZB2
— the highest, wayv (8/8 & 9/25) (@wayviful) July 8, 2024
it’s so the battery doesnt get water damaged and explode 😭😭 we put condoms on body mics in theater so the actors’ sweat doesnt touch the electronics too https://t.co/5e40KS4F9V
— beck 💗🏒 (@ddeonghwaa) July 7, 2024
guys it’s to keep the mic dry. it’s actually a really smart and cheap way to protect it from water damage https://t.co/Nb2svBfYBb
— cait🐙 is seeing ATEEZ (@dizzycait) July 7, 2024
Sound engineer here 😭👋🏽 If you search “non-lubricated condoms”in any live sound advice group/forum this is the most common advice for waterproofing LOL but usually as a cheaper shortcut… they DO make protectors that are not condoms that i’d think sm or waterbomb can afford? ? https://t.co/zlWQKOoNTE
— nye. 🍉 (@analogatz) July 7, 2024
unlubricated condoms are actually a very common item in live music production & are sold at audio supply stores! they’re used to protect equipment from water – we often put them on mic packs to prevent performers sweat from damaging them 😅 https://t.co/LivEWqjWk1
— Ali ᵒᵗ⁷ 📀 (ꪜ)🥢🪞 🎆 🔥🧑🏻🚀 (@btstangerine) July 7, 2024
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Despite performing in a challenging stage environment, WayV received many compliments for their stage presence on social media platforms. The members exuded confidence and actively engaged with the audience, which caught the attention of many new fans. Additionally, SM Entertainment’s staff member was praised for their meticulous preparation, ensuring the group’s comfort during their performance and gaining significant attention for WayV’s waterproof condoms.
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