VideoMic

Common name: Røde VideoMic

Production Status: Discontinued / Vintage

The VideoMic is a short shutgun style microphone intended for professional use on hot-shoe equipped cameras. It has a wide bandwidth, low noise and an integral foam windshield. The construction uses an ABS to keep weight very low but retain strength. The powering is via an internal 9V alkaline battery with an expected life of 100hours. The output uses an unbalanced stereo mini-jack. On/off, low-cut and low battery indicator are fitted on the rear panel.

Electrical Characteristics

Frequency Response
40Hz - 20 kHz
Output Sensitivity
15 mV/Pa
Max SPL
134
Max SPL, THD:
1
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
20 dB-A
Output Impedance
200Ω
Recommended Load
1kΩ
Powering
Internal battery
Supply Current
5 mA
Alternative Powering

Switchable Options

Pad
Filter/EQ
80Hz, 12dB/oct

Physical Characteristics

Connector
3.5mm jack
Connector notes
Available Colours
Black
Weight
176 g
Length
250 mm
Min diameter width
Max diameter
65 mm
Depth
102mm

Accessories

Included
Optional