RODE VideoMicro II Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone for Cameras and Smartphones
Capture crystal-clear audio wherever your story takes you with the RODE VideoMicro II, an ultracompact, camera-mount shotgun microphone designed for creators who refuse to compromise on sound. Whether you’re vlogging on the streets of Nairobi, filming travel reels, or shooting cinematic content with your DSLR or smartphone, this mic transforms your audio from average to exceptional.
Built with RODE’s advanced annular line tube technology, first seen in their professional NTG5, the VideoMicro II delivers natural, full-bodied sound with impressive directionality. Its supercardioid pickup pattern focuses on your subject while minimizing background noise, making it perfect for run-and-gun filmmaking, interviews, and mobile content creation.
No batteries. No buttons. No guesswork. Just plug it in and go. The VideoMicro II is powered directly by your device, and it comes with both TRS and TRRS cables for seamless compatibility with cameras and smartphones. Plus, the HELIX™ isolation mount system protects your audio from bumps, handling noise, and vibrations, even in fast-paced shooting environments.
Lightweight, rugged, and ready for action, the VideoMicro II includes deluxe foam and furry windshields to tackle outdoor conditions with ease. It’s the ideal upgrade for creators who want professional sound without the bulk or complexity.
If your visuals deserve great audio, the RODE VideoMicro II is your go-to companion, compact, powerful, and always ready to roll.
Key Features
- Ultracompact and Lightweight Design Weighs just 39g, making it ideal for mobile creators, vloggers, and filmmakers using compact cameras or smartphones.
- Supercardioid Polar Pattern Captures focused, directional audio from the front while minimizing ambient noise from the sides and rear, perfect for interviews and outdoor shoots.
- Annular Line Tube Technology Borrowed from RODE’s professional NTG series, this innovation delivers natural, transparent sound with enhanced acoustic transparency.
- No Batteries Required Powered directly by your device via plug-in power, eliminating the need for charging or battery swaps during shoots.
- HELIX™ Isolation Mount System Advanced shock mounting system reduces handling noise, vibrations, and bumps, especially useful for handheld or run-and-gun filming.
- Universal Compatibility Includes both TRS and TRRS cables for seamless connection to cameras, smartphones, tablets, and laptops.
- Premium Wind Protection Comes with foam and furry windshields to ensure clean audio even in breezy outdoor conditions.
- Durable Metal Construction Built to withstand travel and frequent use, while maintaining a sleek, professional look.
Why purchase it?
If you’re capturing video, your visuals are only half the story, the other half is sound. The RODE VideoMicro II Ultracompact Shotgun Microphone ensures your audio matches the quality of your footage, whether you’re shooting with a DSLR, mirrorless camera, or smartphone. It’s designed for creators who want professional sound without the bulk, complexity, or battery anxiety.
This mic is incredibly lightweight and compact, making it perfect for travel, vlogging, and mobile filmmaking. Despite its size, it packs serious acoustic power thanks to RODE’s advanced annular line tube technology, the same innovation found in their high-end NTG series. That means your voice, ambient sounds, and dialogue come through with clarity and warmth, while distracting background noise fades into the distance.
Setup is effortless. No batteries, no switches, just plug it in and go. It draws power directly from your device, and with both TRS and TRRS cables included, it works seamlessly across cameras and smartphones. Whether you’re filming in the streets of Nairobi or recording a product review at home, the VideoMicro II adapts instantly.
And it’s not just about sound capture, it’s about sound protection. The HELIX™ isolation mount system minimizes handling noise and vibrations, while the included foam and furry windshields keep your audio clean even in windy outdoor conditions.
In short, the RODE VideoMicro II is the kind of upgrade that transforms your content. It’s compact, powerful, and built for creators who want to sound as good as they look. If you’re ready to elevate your storytelling, this mic is ready to deliver.
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