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Rode VideoMic Pro

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Editorial reviews:
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8 editorial reviews
RØDE has a long history with camera mounted mic solutions. The RØDE VideoMic line currently stands at seven models. Each mic covers a different user andRead more
The Rode VideoMic Pro+ is a significant upgrade from its predecessor and an ideal microphone for vlogging or field production.Read more
RØDE VideoMic GO II updates the popular on-camera directional microphone with USB output and audio monitoringRead more
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Pros

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  • lightweight and convenient

Cons

  • camera s external mic input and doesn t require a separate battery
  • the mic is off
  • Pro+ will turn on when plugged into the camera or switch itself off when unplugged

Key specs

  • Digital camera microphone
  • Cardioid
  • Wired
  • 200 Ω
  • -38 dB
  • 40, 20000 Hz

Rode VideoMic Pro - Pros & Cons

Rode VideoMic Pro

Pros

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  • lightweight and convenient
  • Noise performance is good
  • The controls are pretty simple
  • Good balance of price and sound quality
  • The controls are located on the rear of the mic and are very simple
  • solid and well-built
  • make it easy to shoot compelling lifestyle images
  • a compact
  • lightweight and relatively inexpensive package

Cons

  • camera s external mic input and doesn t require a separate battery
  • the mic is off
  • Pro+ will turn on when plugged into the camera or switch itself off when unplugged
  • it s a little less directional than the rest
  • The audio is not ideal by any means on a couple of the samples
  • batteries are not included with the device
  • high-pass filter will not remove wind noise completely
  • it feels kind of fragile as a result
  • high-pass filter will not be able to perform magic
  • the lyre suspension and people reportedly struggled with the battery replacement
  • a number of smaller parts make the construction vulnerable

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Rode VideoMic Pro - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Microphone typeDigital camera microphone
Direction typeCardioid
Output impedance200.0 Ω
Total harmonic distortion (THD)1.0 %
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Design
Colour of productBlack
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Connectivity
Connectivity technologyWired
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Recording quality
Input impedance200.0 Ω
Sensitivity-38.0 dB
Frequency range40 - 20000
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Dimensions
Width1.69 in
Height5.91 in
Depth3.74 in
Weight3.0 oz
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Power
Battery technologyAlkaline

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Rode VideoMic Pro Rode - Editorial Reviews (8)

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Rode VideoMic Pro Review: Rode VideoMic Pro+ Builds on a Camera-top Classic
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Published: 27.08.2019
Review: Rode VideoMic Pro+ Builds on a Camera-top Classic

RØDE has a long history with camera mounted mic solutions. The RØDE VideoMic line currently stands at seven models. Each mic covers a different user and

Rode VideoMic Pro CGMagazine
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CGMagazine

The Rode VideoMic Pro+ is a significant upgrade from its predecessor and an ideal microphone for vlogging or field production.

Rode VideoMic Pro RØDE VideoMic GO II review
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digitalcameraworld
Published: 14.01.2022
RØDE VideoMic GO II review

RØDE VideoMic GO II updates the popular on-camera directional microphone with USB output and audio monitoring

Rode VideoMic Pro Rode Videomic GO II review | Cameralabs
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Cameralabs
Published: 11.01.2022
Rode Videomic GO II review | Cameralabs
4.0
Rode VideoMic Pro Rode VideoMic Pro
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CNET
Published: 05.07.2011
Rode VideoMic Pro

For those looking to move beyond the internal microphone on a digital SLR or camcorder, the VideoMic Pro can achieve excellent audio in a compact, lightweight and relatively inexpensive package.

Rode VideoMic Pro Rode VideoMic Pro+ review
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Digital Trends
Published: 23.12.2017
Rode VideoMic Pro+ review

On our Rode VideoMic Pro+ review, we put the latest version of the popular on-camera shotgun mic to the test, which offers numerous improvements without altering the formula too much.

Rode VideoMic Pro RODE VideoMic Pro vs Stereo VideoMic Pro: Digital Video Talk Forum: Digital Photography Review
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RODE VideoMic Pro vs Stereo VideoMic Pro: Digital Video Talk Forum: Digital Photography Review

Expert news, reviews and videos of the latest digital cameras, lenses, accessories, and phones. Get answers to your questions in our photography forums.

Rode VideoMic Pro Rode Videomic Pro
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soundonsound.com
Published: 12.12.2013
Rode Videomic Pro

Building on the success of its predecessor, the Videomic Pro is a convenient, lightweight shotgun mic.

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