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Compact shotgun microphone with furry wind cover attached

RODE Microphone

RODE Microphone VideoMic Pro Compact Shotgun Microphone 200 Ohms with Deadcat VMP

SKU CH-A80B-9CGHP

Compact shotgun microphone with super-cardioid pattern, 80 Hz high-pass filter, 200 ohm output and included Deadcat VMP wind cover for outdoor recording

  • Clear directional audio with super-cardioid pattern
  • Cleaner low-frequency capture via 80 Hz high-pass filter
  • Broad device compatibility through 200 ohm output impedance
  • Professional outdoor recording with included Deadcat VMP wind cover
  • Reduced handling noise from revised shock mounting system

Rode VideoMic Pro Shotgun Microphone

The Rode VideoMic Pro is a compact shotgun microphone built for on-camera use. Its super-cardioid polar pattern focuses capture directly in front of the unit while rejecting side and rear noise. A selectable 80 Hz high-pass filter at 12 dB per octave removes low-frequency rumble. The 200 ohm output impedance suits a wide range of recording inputs.

Filmmakers and run-and-gun creators

This microphone suits solo shooters, vloggers and documentary crews who need broadcast-quality audio in a lightweight package. The integrated shock mount reduces handling vibration during handheld work. Buyers who require XLR connectivity, phantom power operation or multi-channel recording should look at different equipment.

Super-cardioid line gradient capsule

The line gradient acoustic principle combined with the super-cardioid pattern is the specification that determines directional performance. It narrows the pickup angle to isolate the subject while minimising ambient sound. This makes the microphone the right choice when on-axis clarity in noisy environments is the priority.

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Price $174.99
Pricier than about 82% of the 638 comparable items (median $58.99).

Specifications

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Questions about this item

How do I mount the VideoMic Pro on my camera and what is the common mistake with the shock mount?

Slide the microphone into the camera's hot shoe, then secure the locking ring; the step people miss is failing to tighten the ring fully, which lets the revised shock mounting system transmit handling noise.

What part will need replacement after extended outdoor use?

The Deadcat VMP furry wind cover will degrade from UV exposure and wind abrasion, so plan to replace it when the fur fibres mat or tear.

At what output impedance does the microphone hit its limit for long cable runs?

The 200 ohm output impedance remains stable, but cable capacitance over very long unbalanced 1/8" TRS runs will roll off high frequencies first.

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