Rode VideoMic Pro+ – Supercardioid On-Camera Shotgun Microphone
The Rode VideoMic Pro+ is a premium on-camera shotgun microphone designed for filmmakers, content creators, and journalists who demand clean, focused audio. With a supercardioid pickup pattern, upgraded circuitry, and integrated shockmount, it delivers crystal-clear sound while minimizing background noise—perfect for DSLR and mirrorless camera setups.
Key Features
- Supercardioid condenser capsule: Captures clear, directional audio while rejecting ambient noise.
- Integrated Rycote Lyre shockmount: Isolates the mic from vibrations, handling noise, and bumps.
- Rechargeable lithium-ion battery: Provides up to 100 hours of operation and charges via micro-USB.
- Multiple gain settings: Choose from –10 dB, 0 dB, or +20 dB to match different recording devices.
- Automatic power on/off: Turns on with your camera and powers down when disconnected to save battery life.
- Improved RF immunity: Prevents interference from nearby wireless devices for clean recordings.
- 3.5 mm TRS output: Delivers a dual-mono signal compatible with cameras, recorders, and mobile rigs.
Customer Benefits
The VideoMic Pro+ provides professional-grade audio in a compact, easy-to-mount form. Its advanced features, long battery life, and enhanced RF shielding make it ideal for filmmakers, vloggers, and content creators looking for reliable, broadcast-quality sound straight from the camera.
Quick Specs
- Acoustic principle: Line gradient condenser
- Polar pattern: Supercardioid
- Frequency range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
- Maximum SPL: 133 dB
- Sensitivity: –33.6 dB re 1 V/Pa (22 mV @ 94 dB SPL)
- Output connection: 3.5 mm TRS (dual mono)
- Power options: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery, 2 × AA, or micro-USB power
- Dimensions (L × W × H): 170 × 111 × 66 mm
- Weight: 122 g
What’s in the Box
- Rode VideoMic Pro+ microphone
- Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
- 3.5 mm TRS output cable
- Micro-USB cable
- Windshield
- User guide
Use Cases / Ideal For
Ideal for vloggers, filmmakers, journalists, and YouTubers. Perfect for capturing focused dialogue and ambient sound in interviews, documentaries, and event coverage.
Compatibility
Compatible with DSLR and mirrorless cameras, camcorders, and portable recorders with a 3.5 mm TRS microphone input. Can also be powered via USB for extended use.
Pros & Cons
✅ Pros:
- Professional directional audio in a compact form
- Long battery life with automatic power management
- Integrated shockmount minimizes handling noise
⚠️ Cons:
- Requires external power source or recharging
- Supercardioid pattern requires precise positioning
The Rode VideoMic Pro+ sets the benchmark for on-camera audio, offering precision, reliability, and broadcast-ready sound for today’s content creators — available at Soundium.
