Rode VideoMic On-Camera Shotgun Microphone: Directional, Condenser, Rycote Lyre Shock Mount, High Pass Filter
The Rode VideoMic is a professional-grade, directional on-camera shotgun microphone designed to significantly enhance the audio quality of your videos. Ideal for use with DSLRs, mirrorless cameras, and camcorders, this 1/2" condenser microphone features a super-cardioid polar pattern that focuses sound capture on your subject while minimizing distracting background noise. It's an integrated Rycote® Lyre® shock mount that effectively isolates the microphone from vibrations and handling noise. With selectable high-pass filter options and a three-step PAD, the Rode VideoMic provides exceptional control over your audio in various recording environments. Designed and manufactured in Australia, it delivers studio-quality sound for your video productions.
Key Features & Benefits:
- Professional-Grade Condenser Microphone: Delivers clear, detailed, and broadcast-quality audio.
- Highly Directional Super-Cardioid Polar Pattern: Captures sound from directly in front of the camera while rejecting off-axis noise.
- Integrated Rycote® Lyre® Shock Mount: Superior isolation from handling noise, vibrations, and camera movement.
- Selectable High Pass Filter (Flat/80Hz): Reduces unwanted low-frequency noise like wind, rumble, and air conditioning.
- Three-Step PAD (0dB, -10dB, -20dB): Allows recording of loud sound sources without distortion, such as concerts or motorsports.
- Rugged Reinforced ABS Construction: Durable and lightweight for on-camera use.
- Windshield Included: Minimizes wind noise for clearer outdoor recordings.
- Standard Cold-Shoe Mount with 3/8" Thread: Easy mounting on cameras, boom poles, and stands.
- 3.5mm Mini-Jack Output: Compatible with most DSLR, mirrorless cameras, and audio recorders.
- Designed and Manufactured in Australia: Ensures high-quality construction and performance.
Perfect For:
- Vloggers and YouTubers seeking professional audio for their content.
- Filmmakers and videographers needing clear dialogue and focused sound.
- Journalists and reporters conducting on-location interviews.
- Anyone looking to significantly improve the audio quality of their videos.
Specifications:
- Acoustic Principle: Line Gradient Condenser
- Polar Pattern: Supercardioid
- Frequency Range: 40Hz - 20kHz
- High Pass Filter: Flat / 80Hz
- PAD: 0dB, -10dB, -20dB
- Output: 3.5mm Mini-Jack
- Power: 9V Battery (not included)
- Shock Mount: Integrated Rycote® Lyre®
- Mounting: Integrated Cold-Shoe Mount with 3/8" Thread
- Weight: 176g
- Dimensions: 65mm (H) x 102mm (W) x 250mm (D)