Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

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Key Features

Mobile Journalist, Vlogger, Run & Gun
For Cameras and Portable Recorders
Runs on Plug-In Power
Simple Operation with No Controls

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Categories: Audio For Video, Pro Audio Brand: Rode

Switch from using the built-in mic on your camera or portable recorder to the Rode VideoMicro ultracompact camera-mount shotgun microphone for improved sound quality and wind noise reduction without adding heft to your rig. Since it runs on plug-in power and has no controls or switches, the VideoMicro is a simple and reliable microphone ideal for mobile journalists, vloggers, and run-and-gun shooters.

This ultracompact and ultralightweight shotgun microphone features a detachable shockmount that mounts directly to your DSLR, mirrorless, or video camera and reduces noise from vibrations and camera handling. The supplied furry windshield minimizes wind noise, making it well suited for outdoor shoots. The detachable coiled 3.5mm TRS cable ensures easy hookup to your camera, and the dual-mono output means that no channel selection is necessary on your recording device.

Durable and Small

At just 3″ long and 1.5 ounces light, the VideoMicro is an unobtrusive companion for your camera. Its ceramic coating mitigates glare and its durable aluminum body aids in RF rejection.

Shotgun Mic with Directional Sound Pickup

Whereas most built-in camera microphones pick up sound from all directions, this microphone utilizes a cardioid polar pattern to focus on sound in front of it while attenuating sound entering from the rear. Its active electronics and directional condenser element deliver more detailed audio than the mics typically found in cameras and portable recorders.

Easy Hookup to Camera

A detachable coiled 3.5mm cable is supplied for fast hookup to your camera. The cable is wired in a dual-mono configuration, ensuring that the mic signal is sent identically to both input channels of your camera or portable recorder.

Runs on Plug-In Power

No batteries are required to operate the VideoMicro. Just connect the microphone to your camera or recorder, enable plug-in power on the device, and forget about swapping or charging batteries.

Detachable Shockmount Inhibits Vibrations

Understanding that the rubber bands used in many shockmounts can snap and stretch, Rode chose to utilize a rugged Rycote Lyre suspension-style shockmount. This simplifies setup of the mic and inhibits the transfer of vibrations from the camera. Plus, the bottom of the shockmount features a camera shoe mount with a 3/8″ thread, ensuring easy attachment to your camera or a boompole such as Rode’s Micro Boompole (available separately).

Furry Windshield Minimizes Wind Noise

The VideoMicro includes a furry windshield to minimize unwanted wind noise from breezes, fans, heaters, and air conditioners.

Connectivity Options

Expand the microphone’s device compatibility with Rode accessories such as the SC4, SC7, and VXLR+ (all available separately). With either the SC4 or SC7, you can connect the VideoMicro directly to a smartphone or tablet equipped with a 3.5mm TRRS jack. The VXLR+ adapter is the ideal solution when you want to record the VideoMicro to a camcorder or mixer that has XLR inputs.

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Rode VideoMicro Specs

Microphone

Form Factor	Stand/Boom Mount
Sound Field	Mono
Operating Principle	Pressure Gradient
Capsule	Electret Condenser
Diaphragm	0.5" / 12.70 mm
Polar Pattern	Cardioid
Orientation	End Address
Circuitry	Solid-State (JFET)
Pad	None
High-Pass Filter	None
Tone Adjustment	None
Indicators	None
On-Board Controls	None
Windscreen	Windsock/Windjammer (Included)

Performance

Frequency Range	100 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL	140 dB SPL
Off-Axis Rejection	2 dB at 60° 14 dB at 120° 24 dB at 180°
Sensitivity	-33 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz
Dynamic Range	120 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	75 dB A-Weighted
Equivalent Noise Level	20 dB A-Weighted

Connectivity

Output Connectors (Analog)	1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS
Cable Length	6.69 to 15.75" / 17 to 40 cm
Number of Conductors	2
Wireless Connectivity	None

Power

Operating Voltage

3 to 12 V

Physical

Color	Black
Mounting	Camera-Mount, Shockmount (with Included Hardware)
Construction Material	Metal
Dimensions	ø: 0.83 x L: 3.15" / ø: 21 x L: 80 mm
Weight	1.48 oz / 42 g

Packaging Info

Package Weight	0.445 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	7.25 x 5.05 x 2.45"