RODE VideoMic Pro+ Directional On-camera Microphone

About: RODE VideoMic Pro+ Directional On-camera Microphone

The RØDE VideoMic Pro+ is a new addition to the best-in-market on-camera category. It is a true shotgun microphone designed for use with camcorders, DSLR cameras and portable audio recorders as a source of primary and reference audio.

Still with the best-in-class Rycote Lyre suspension system onboard, the VideoMic Pro+ improves on the existing VideoMic Pro capsule/line tube and windshield, plus boasts a host of new features.

Automatic Power Function (with plug-in power availability) is perfect for the run-and-gun shooter, automatically turning the microphone off when unplugged from the camera.

Built-in Battery Door makes replacing the battery a breeze - plus it won't get lost.

Power options the VideoMic Pro+ can be powered by the all-new and included RØDE LB-1 Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Battery, 2 x AA Batteries or continuously via Micro USB.

Digital Switching - will ensure the user has ultimate capture of the audio signal at the source, reducing post production and editing times.

The Digital Switching includes:

• 2-Stage High Pass Filter to reduce low frequencies such as rumble from traffic or air conditioning
• 3-Stage Gain Control, with +20dB function – designed to improve audio quality on DSLR or mirrorless cameras
• High Frequency Boost will boost high frequencies enhancing detail and clarity in the recording
• Safety Channel to help ensure the signal does not clip when unexpected spikes occur

Features:

• Automatic Power Function with plug-in power
• Power via LB-1, 2 x AA Batteries, Micro USB
• Ships with LB-1 Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Battery, Detachable 3.5mm TRS Cable, Micro USB Cable
• Built-in Battery Door
• Optimised Windshield Shape
• Digital Switching
• 10-year extended warranty when you register your microphone

VideoMic Pro+ Specifications

• Acoustic Principle: Line Gradient
• Active Electronics: JFET impedance converter
• Capsule: 0.55"
• Polar Pattern: Supercardioid
• Address Type: End
• Frequency Range: 20Hz - 20kHz (selected HPF @75Hz/150Hz)
• Output Impedance: 200Ω
• Maximum SPL: 133dBSPL
• Maximum Output Level: 7.7dBu (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1KΩ load)
• Sensitivity: -33.6dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (21.20mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1kHz
• Equivalent Noise Level (A-weighted): 14dBA
• Power Options: Internal battery, USB bus powered, AA Battery
• Weight: 122g
• Dimensions: 111mmH x 66mmW x 170mmD
• Output: 3.5mm Minijack
• Warranty: 1 year with free extension to 10 years following registration here