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Compact silver shotgun microphone with 3.5 mm jack

Godox Photo Equipment Co. Ltd

Godox Photo Equipment Co. Ltd VD-Mic Compact Cardioid Shotgun Microphone

SKU CH-1VGC-M3FEN

Compact cardioid shotgun microphone with 3.5 mm jack, 76 dB signal-to-noise ratio and 40 g weight for portable recording

  • Connection3.5 mm Jack
  • Mic signal-to-noise ratio76 decibels
  • Key featuresPortable
  • Cardioid pattern isolates voices while rejecting side noise
  • 76 dB signal-to-noise ratio delivers clean, detailed recordings
  • 5 mm jack with TRS and TRRS cables fits cameras and smartphones
  • Weighs 1.41 oz (40 g) for effortless all-day carry
  • Aluminium body shields against RF interference for stable sound

Compact Cardioid Shotgun Microphone

The Godox VD-Mic is a lightweight on-camera microphone that uses a cardioid polar pattern to focus on sound in front of the capsule while reducing side and rear noise. It connects via a 3.5 mm jack and ships with both TRS and TRRS cables for cameras and smartphones. Weighing 40 g and measuring 80 mm long, it is built for portable recording.

Ideal for solo creators on the move

Vloggers, streamers and mobile journalists who need a simple, battery-free microphone that mounts directly on a camera or phone will appreciate the plug-and-play design and 76 dB signal-to-noise ratio. Users who require XLR connectivity, built-in gain controls, onboard monitoring or stereo capture should look at larger alternatives.

Plug in and record

Installation takes seconds: slide the mic into a hot shoe or cold shoe, connect the appropriate 3.5 mm cable to the device, and begin recording. No batteries or switches are involved. The main issue is forgetting to select the correct TRS or TRRS cable for the specific input, which results in no audio or mono-only capture.

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Price $38.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameGodox
Part numberDOX1485
Audio & video
Mic signal-to-noise ratio76 decibels
Ports & slots
Connection3.5 mm Jack

Questions about this item

What device with a 3.5 mm jack do I need to plug this microphone into?

Connect the VD-Mic to any camera, smartphone, recorder or audio interface that provides a 3.5 mm microphone input; both TRS and TRRS cables are included for broad compatibility.

Will the 3.5 mm TRS and TRRS cables work with my older camera and smartphone?

Yes — the box includes both cable types so the microphone fits legacy cameras with TRS inputs and modern phones with TRRS sockets without adapters.

How can I confirm the VD-Mic is capturing clean audio after setup?

Monitor the recording through headphones; a quiet noise floor and clear, focused voice with the 76 dB signal-to-noise ratio and 20 dB self-noise indicate proper operation.

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