Rode VMICRO Directional Cardioid Condenser Microphone

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.

Features:

• Mobile Journalist, Vlogger, Run & Gun
• For Cameras and Portable Recorders
• Runs on Plug-In Power
• Simple Operation with No Controls
• 3.5mm TRS Output Jack
• Detachable Coiled 3.5mm Cable
• Ultracompact and Ultralightweight
• Furry Windshield Minimizes Wind Noise
• Detachable Shoe/Pole Shockmount

Specifications:

• 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
  • Gain 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 Female (on Mic)
  • Headphone Connector: None
  • Cable Length: 6.69 to 15.75" / 17 to 40 cm
  • Number of Conductors: 2
• Power:
  • Operating Voltage: 2 to 5 V (Plug-In Power)
• Physical:
  • Color: Black
  • Mounting: Camera/Shoe-Mount, Shockmount (with Included Hardware)
  • Included Case: None
  • Construction Material: Metal
  • Dimensions: ø: 0.83 x L: 3.15" / ø: 21 x L: 80 mm
  • Weight: 1.48 oz / 42 g