Rode Video Mic GO On-Camera Shotgun Microphone
The Video Mic GO On-Camera Shotgun Microphone from Rode is a lightweight microphone which adds high-quality audio recording to your small camcorder and HDSLR camera. At only 2.6 ounces, the microphone keeps your camera setup lightweight, making it ideal for handheld shooting. It features an integrated Rycote Lyre shock mount for isolation from bumps and vibration, and offers battery-free operation, using instead the plug-in power from your camera's 3.5mm microphone input. Please note that the microphone will not work with cameras that don't supply plug-in power to their 3.5mm audio input jack.
The Video Mic GO is a directional microphone. It utilizes a super-cardioid polar pattern to attenuate sounds from the sides, resulting in a signal that sounds closer to the camera, even when shooting in noisy environments or at moderate distances. The integrated shoe mount provides a 3/8" thread for additional mounting options. A foam windshield and 7.9" dual mono 3.5mm coiled output cable. The VideoMic GO is extremely user-friendly as there's no switches or battery to worry about - just plug in and go.
The Video Mic GO is compatible with the Nikon D4, D800, D600, D7100, D5200, D5100, D3200, Cool-pix A, P7800, Nikon1 V2. It is also compatible with the Canon T2i, T3i, T4i, T5i, 60D, 70D, 7D, 6D, 5D Mk II, and 5D Mk III.
It is not compatible with the Nikon D7000.
Lightweight Design
At only 2.6 ounces, the Video Mic GO is ideal for run-and-gun HDSLR recording without the additional weight of larger on-camera microphone options.
Integrated Rycote Lyre Shock Mount
Constructed from a single piece of hard-wearing thermoplastic, the Lyre provides superior acoustic suspension to traditional elastic solutions, and won't wear out, sag, snap, or require any re-threading to maintain its effectiveness.
No Battery Needed
The Video Mic Go does not require batteries for operation, but instead uses the plug-in power supplied via your camera's 3.5mm microphone input. Simply plug in, and you're ready to record.
Features:
- Lightweight at Only 2.6 Ounces
- Rycote Lyre Suspension System
- Requires 2.5V Camera Plug-in Power
- Integrated Shoe Mount with 3/8" Thread
- 5mm Mini-Jack Output
- Foam Windshield Included
- Reinforced ABS Construction
- 5mm Coiled Output Cable Included
Specifications:
- Acoustic Principle: Line-gradient
- Polar Pattern: Super-cardioid
- Frequency Response: 100 to 16,000 Hz
- Sensitivity: -35 dB re 1V/Pa, (17.8 V @ 94 dB SPL) +/-2 dB @ 1 kHz
- Equivalent Noise: 34 dBA SPL (A-weighted per IEC651)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 60 dBA SPL (A-weighted per IEC651)
- Dynamic Range (Typical): 96 dB (per IEC651)
- Maximum SPL: 120 dB (@ 1 kHz, 1% into 1 k? load)
- Power Requirement: Plug-in power required (330 uA @ 2.5 V)
- Output Connection: 3.5 mm TRS mini-jack (dual mono)
- Dimensions (LxHxD): 6.6 x 3.1 x 2.8" (16.7 x 7.9 x 7.0 cm)
- Weight: 2.6 oz (73.0 g)
