VideoMic GO Camera Mount Shotgun Microphone #

AT A GLANCE

• 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
• Compact and Lightweight
• Windscreen Reduces Wind Noise
• Integrated Shoe/Pole Shockmount

DESCRIPTION

Switch from using the built-in mic on your camera or portable recorder to the Rode VideoMic GO camera-mount shotgun microphone for improved sound quality at greater distances. Since it runs on plug-in power and has no controls or switches, the VideoMic GO is ideal for mobile journalists, vloggers, and run-and-gun shooters in need of a simple, reliable, and quality microphone.

This compact and lightweight shotgun microphone features an integrated shockmount that mounts directly to your DSLR, mirrorless, or video camera and reduces noise from vibrations and camera handling. The windscreen design reduces 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.

Shotgun Mic with Directional Sound Pickup
Whereas most built-in camera microphones pick up sound from all directions, this microphone utilizes a supercardioid polar pattern to focus on sound in front of it while attenuating sound from the sides and 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 VideoMic GO. Just connect the microphone to your camera or recorder, enable plug-in power on the device, and forget about swapping or charging batteries.

Integrated Shockmount Inhibits Vibrations
Understanding that the rubber bands used in many shockmounts can snap and stretch, Rode chose to integrate 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).

Windscreen Minimizes Wind Noise
The VideoMic GO has a foam windscreen to reduce unwanted wind noise from breezes, fans, heaters, and air conditioners. For maximum reduction of wind noise in outdoor environments, consider a furry windshield such as the Rode DeadCat GO (available separately).

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 VideoMic GO 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 VideoMic GO to a camcorder or mixer that has XLR inputs.

SPECIFICATIONS

Sound Field Mono
Operating Principle Line Gradient
Capsule Electret Condenser
Diaphragm 0.5″ / 12.70 mm
Circuitry Solid-State
Pad None
Frequency Range 100 Hz to 16 kHz
Maximum SPL 120 dB SPL
Sensitivity -35 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz
Dynamic Range 96 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 60 dB A-Weighted
Equivalent Noise Level 34 dB A-Weighted
Operating Current Consumption 330 µA
Weight 2.58 oz / 73 g
Package Weight 0.43 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 9.95 x 4.9 x 2.9″