Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

Description

The VideoMicro is a compact microphone designed to improve the audio quality of your videos. It incorporates a high-quality cardioid condenser microphone capsule for great quality audio recordings when used with a wide range of cameras.

A directional microphone, the VideoMicro reduces distracting peripheral sounds and focusses on the audio in front of the camera. Its pickup is more forgiving than RØDE’s other on-camera microphones providing a more natural sound when recording indoors. Perfect for capturing incredible audio to accompany inspiring vision.

The microphone body is made from aluminium, giving it a high level of RF rejection, and is finished in RØDE’s high-grade ceramic anti-glare black coating. Included with the VideoMicro is a camera shoe mount featuring a Rycote Lyre shock mount. Featuring a suspension structure composed of a hard-wearing thermoplastic, it is far more effective at minimising unwanted vibrations, handling and cable-borne noise than traditional elastic suspensions. Virtually indestructible, the Rycote Lyre will never sag, snap, wear out or require rethreading to maintain its effectiveness. Also included is the WS9 synthetic furry windshield with foam inner cell, designed for use in outdoor scenarios where wind and environmental noise can inhibit recordings.

Optionally available is the RØDE SC7, a TRS to TRRS cable that allows the VideoMicro to be used with smartphones, to capture crystal clear, directional sound for video and video applications such as Periscope.

In the Box
Rode VideoMicro Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Lyre Shoe Shockmount
Rode SC2 Right-Angle 3.5mm TRS Coiled Patch Cable
Rode WS9 Deluxe Windshield for Rode VideoMicro & VideoMic Me-L

FAQs

What cameras don’t support the VideoMicro?-
The VideoMicro is extremely user-friendly as there’s no switches or battery to worry about – just plug in and go. All microphones need power, however, and in the case of the VideoMicro, it is drawing a very small voltage commonly referred to as “plug-in power” from your camera (or recording device) via the audio cable.

Plug-in power has long been a standard for camera manufacturers, and so the VideoMicro is compatible with the vast majority of cameras in the market.

The following cameras, unfortunately, do not support the VideoMicro:

Nikon D7000
Canon T3/1100D
Canon C100, C300, C500
Canon VIXIA HFR500
Canon VIXIA HFG20, HFG30
Canon XA-10
Canon Vixia G10
Canon Legria HF G25
If you are experiencing issues getting your VideoMicro to operate with a camera not listed above, firstly be sure to update your camera’s firmware to the latest version (available from your camera manufacturer’s website). If you are still experiencing issues please get in touch with us via our support page.

How do I qualify for the 2-year warranty?

You can avail yourself of the 2 year extended warranty when you register your microphone with Rode. All warranty claims must be accompanied by a valid tax invoice and brought to the distributor service centre.

 

Specifications:

ACOUSTIC & ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Acoustic Principle Pressure Gradient
Active Electronics JFET impedance converter
Capsule 0.50″
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Address Type End
Frequency Range 100Hz – 20kHz
Maximum SPL 140dBSPL
Sensitivity -33.0dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (22.00mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1kHz
Equivalent Noise (A-weighted) 20dBA
Power Requirements 2V-5V DC
Output Connection Minijack Output
Warranty 1 year with free extension to 2 years following registration here
MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions (L x W x H, mm) 21mmH x 21mmW x 80mmD
Weight (g) 42g
Warranty 1 year with free extension to 2 years following registration here