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RØDE Auxiliary VideoMic GO Lightweight On-camera Shotgun Microphone for Filmmaking, Content Creation and Location Recording

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Model Name VIDEOMIC GO
Connectivity Technology Wired
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Special Feature Lightweight
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Color MultiColored
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  • Delivers clear, crisp, directional audio with incredible ease of use
  • Rode designed the videomic go with a tight pickup area that focuses directly in front of the mic
  • Reduces other surrounding sounds, ensuring that your subject is isolated from background noise
  • The integrated Rycote lyre shock mount isolates the video mic go from bumps and vibrations
  • No complicated switches or settings and is powered by your camera's external microphone input, required

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Found atop the cameras of some of the world's more famous vloggers and filmmakers, the VideoMic Pro+ is a true shotgun microphone designed for use with camcorders, DSLR cameras and portable audio recorders as a source of primary and reference audio.

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Combining the iconic, rich sound of a classic VideoMic with a host of high-technology features, the VideoMic Pro+ will instantly lift the quality of your audio. With auto-power-on, power options including the included Li-Ion battery, AA batteries or USB, the VideoMic Pro+ is always ready for action - never miss a shot again!

VideoMic Pro+

Professional features allow you to tune your sound to deliver truly professional results. With a 3 stage high-pass filter, a 3-stage gain control, a +20dB boost function, a presense lift and innovative safety channel, you can be assured that your audio will always sound exactly as you need it.

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Price $252.81 $99.00 $99.00 $149.00 $223.90 $249.00
Use cases Recording dialogue, interviews, run-and-gun shooting, filmmaking, videography & content creation, live & sporting events Recording dialogue, interviews, run-and-gun shooting, filmmaking, videography & content creation Recording dialogue, vlogging, interviews, run-and-gun shooting, filmmaking, videography & content creation, podcasting & streaming Recording dialogue, interviews, run-and-gun shooting, filmmaking, videography & content creation Recording dialogue, interviews, run-and-gun shooting, filmmaking, videography & content creation, live & sporting events Recording dialogue, interviews, run-and-gun shooting, filmmaking, videography & content creation, live & sporting events, podcasting & streaming
Ideal for High-end DSLR, full-frame cameras Camcorders, point & shoot, entry-level DSLR DSLRs, smartphone rigs, tablets, laptops and computers Camcorders, mid-range DSLR High-end DSLR, full-frame cameras DSLRs, mirrorless cameras, smartphone rigs, tablets, laptops and computers
Power RØDE LB-1 Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery or micro USB powered Supplied by device (via 3.5mm plug-in power) Supplied by device (via 3.5mm plug-in power or USB-C) 9V battery powered 9V battery powered In-built rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Output connection 3.5mm TRS 3.5mm TRS 3.5mm TRS or digital USB-C 3.5mm TRS 3.5mm TRS 3.5mm auto-sensing or digital USB-C
Compatible RØDE software - - RØDE Connect, RØDE Central & RØDE Reporter - - RØDE Connect, RØDE Central & RØDE Reporter
Physical controls Highpass filter: 75Hz/150Hz, level switch: -10dB, 0, +20dB, high frequency boost & safety channel - - Highpass filter: Flat/80Hz & level switch: -10dB, 0, +20dB Highpass filter: Flat/80Hz & level switch: -10dB, 0, +20dB Highpass filter: 75Hz/150Hz, level switch: Infinitely variable gain control, high frequency boost & safety channel

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    Rode VideoMic go Light weight on-camera microphone.

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    4.4 out of 5 stars
    4.4 out of 5
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    Customers say

    Customers like the quality and value of the microphone. They mention it's a great run and gun vlogging mic and a good beginner mic. They're also satisfied with portability, ease of setup, and battery power. That said, some disagree on sound quality, performance, and quality.

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    203 customers mention151 positive52 negative

    Customers like the mic quality. They say it's a great run-and-gun vlogging mic, and a good beginner mic. They also say it has a crisp sound and is easy to use. Some mention that it'll make a wonderful pocket recording device.

    "...This MIC is a really good MIC in recording high quality, crisp sound, but sometimes when there is no dialogue, and there is an action that doesn't..." Read more

    "...The mic is ok for beginners but definitely not good for advanced filming and production." Read more

    "...It's a pretty nifty little microphone for boosting your camera's audio range, great for run and gun scenarios where you don't have the time to set..." Read more

    "...CONs:- No noise cancellation- Sometimes microphone can become unplugged. I have done a few shoots and there was no audio captured." Read more

    153 customers mention109 positive44 negative

    Customers like the value of the microphone. They say it's a great low-budget microphone for any starting filmmaker or videographer, and worth having for use inside.

    "...this mic will improve your audio in many situations for a reasonable price." Read more

    "Decent microphone for the price, the first microphone they sent me had some issues. Amazon fixed the situation...." Read more

    "As the price says, overpriced for what you are getting it stopped working a couple of months in...." Read more

    "...It's pretty straight forward. I think it's worth the money for a fairlydecent consumer microphone." Read more

    45 customers mention45 positive0 negative

    Customers find the microphone easy to travel with. They mention it's lightweight, durable, and doesn't need a battery. Some say it'll need securing in a case. Overall, customers say it’s a great solution for travel or enthusiasts.

    "...It doesn't add any significant weight to my camera setup, making it ideal for long shooting sessions or when I'm out and about capturing various..." Read more

    "...It looks just like the picture . The mic is extremely light weight in fact it will not make a different in the weight once mounted on your hot shoe..." Read more

    "...It's lightweight, you don't need an external power source, it's not the internal camera mic...." Read more

    "...PROs:- Lightweight- Captures good audio, but not the best- Build design allows microphone to not capture camera rattling..." Read more

    32 customers mention32 positive0 negative

    Customers find the setup of the microphone to be simple. They mention that the attachment plastic is durable and protects the mic. They also appreciate the clear concise sound, and mention that it gets the job done with ease. Customers also mention that there are few directions to follow, and the mic plugs into the camera easily and quickly.

    "...Check compatibility on Rode's website before purchase.Setup is easy...just go on YouTube and search for a Rode Video Mic GO setup for..." Read more

    "...The lightweight, easy-to-use design combined with outstanding audio performance make it an essential tool in my filmmaking kit...." Read more

    "...Plus: Simple set up (set your camera recording mode to manual) Turn the knob to loosen the shoe, slide the attached Rycote cradle over the shoe on..." Read more

    "...There isn't a volume button. It's pretty straight forward. I think it's worth the money for a fairlydecent consumer microphone." Read more

    26 customers mention26 positive0 negative

    Customers are happy with the battery power of the microphone. They mention it doesn't need batteries or a hot shoe. They also appreciate the convenience of not having to carry a separate power source.

    "...It's lightweight, you don't need an external power source, it's not the internal camera mic...." Read more

    "...No batteries are needed for the microphone. All you do is mount it onto your camera, plug it into your camera, and you're ready to record...." Read more

    "...I like that the microphone jack is detachable and no battery’s are required." Read more

    "The mic looks great, and i love the fact that theres no batteries or external switches to worry about...." Read more

    394 customers mention187 positive207 negative

    Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the microphone. Some mention that the sound is ok when there is not a lot of noise around them, while others say that it makes terrible noise. The microphone picks up wind noise and every sound of the background outside, and some customers report that it produces a horrible sounding video.

    "...This MIC is a really good MIC in recording high quality, crisp sound, but sometimes when there is no dialogue, and there is an action that doesn't..." Read more

    "...the subject is more than 10 feet away in an open room, I still got a lot of echo, but I feel like that's a minimal complaint." Read more

    "...a Missoula Children's Theatre play for my kids, and the recorded sound was fine despite a generic auditorium that was built without stage..." Read more

    "...switch to a brand that is more reliable, I can't risk another horrible sounding video. In my opinion sound is the most important part of any video...." Read more

    208 customers mention142 positive66 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the performance of the microphone. Some mention that it works well, gets the job done perfectly, and produces noticeably better results than the NikonD7000 onboard mic. However, others say that it stopped working a couple of months in, doesn't work with apps on their iPhone or iPad, and won't connect to their camera.

    "...This MIC is the best one for people in a budget like me and is very professional too! Here are 2 ways to prevent the hiss problem:1.)..." Read more

    "...quickly cobbed-together combo of this mic and a Canon T5i DSLR, it did really well...." Read more

    "...The mic is ok for beginners but definitely not good for advanced filming and production." Read more

    "...You can spend less. For the money, this mic works well...." Read more

    154 customers mention62 positive92 negative

    Customers are mixed about the quality of the microphone. Some mention it has a good build quality, is solid, and has crisp quality. However, others say that it's very fragile, the build quality is pretty cheap, and it didn't last very long.

    "...This item did not last very long...." Read more

    "...It is made of some type of soft flexible plastic material, but it isn't flimsy at all...." Read more

    "...goes inside your camera (hope I did a decent job explaining this) wore off and it would not work, after tightening it would slide out and not hold..." Read more

    "...This mic seems like it's a good build quality...." Read more

    Worth it..For me!
    4 Stars
    Worth it..For me!
    Arrived super fast! Easy to set up. Came with the 3.5 output (see pic) This is important because I was actually not sure it would based on the description. I thought I might have to purchase separately.I did do a sound check and found it to be a better quality than just my camera. The improvement isn't huge, but good enough for my needs. Enhanced sound is always good when filming video and for the price point...I feel it was worth it.I'm filming with a slightly older Canon T7 (still an amazing camera) in a closed set environment with the camera and mic station in place. It cleaned up the sound quality from sounding like you're in the bathroom...lolThis was a successful purchase and my first microphone from the Rode family. I most likely will purchase an upgraded Microphone with the Rode brand in the near future, because of this purchase being successful.Plus: Simple set up (set your camera recording mode to manual) Turn the knob to loosen the shoe, slide the attached Rycote cradle over the shoe on camera and turn the knob to tighten. Finally put the 3.5 out into back of microphone and the other end into your camera mic. Good to go.Hope this was helpful💗
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    Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2016
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    Okay, first off, I didn't buy this MIC from Amazon, but from Best Buy.

    This MIC is a really good MIC in recording high quality, crisp sound, but sometimes when there is no dialogue, and there is an action that doesn't have much sound, like a door opening and closing, there can be quite a loud hiss in the background. This MIC is the best one for people in a budget like me and is very professional too! Here are 2 ways to prevent the hiss problem:

    1.) Via CAMERA SETTINGS: Now I know that the GO mic doesn't have a -20db, but you can still lower the hiss through the camera audio recording settings! (My camera is a Canon, so setting titles may vary for different cameras, but I'm pretty sure Nikon has many of those same titles/names.)

    Step 1: Go to your camera's settings (via camera), and go to the tab that has the audio recordings.
    Step 2: Click on "Sound Recording" and put on "Manual" instead of "Auto".
    Step 3: Go down how much you need to, to reach "Rec. Level". Click on that.
    Step 4: Put the level around 5 or 6; go to the far end (left) of the level and click 5 or 6 times for it to go to the right. (contact me if you need more detail).
    This will lower the hiss sound, so the audio will be a clearer when you have dialogue or recording voiceover.

    2.) Via EDITING SOFTWARE: (I use Final Cut Pro X and iMovie, so I'm sure any other editing software would have the audio effect if these two have it.)

    Step 1: Open your editing software.
    Step 2: Go to the "Effects" tab.
    Step 3: Click on the subcategory (if you have one): "Audio Effects"
    Step 4: Scroll down (if you have to) and find the tab "Levels"
    Step 5: Then, scroll down (if you have to again) and find the "Gain" effect.
    Step 5: Add that effect to your clip/audio and adjust the setting controls to "-20db"
    Now you have better sounding audio without having to buy the Rode MIC with the Gain controls on the MIC itself.

    ***I have attached pictures (for the Editing Software portion) to help along with the steps. If you still need help, don't hesitate to contact me!***

    Hope this helps you decide what MIC to buy, and this one seems to be perfect if you are a freelance filmmaker, YouTube creator, or anyone with a tight budget :)
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Best MIC for a Small Budget!
    Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2016
    Okay, first off, I didn't buy this MIC from Amazon, but from Best Buy.

    This MIC is a really good MIC in recording high quality, crisp sound, but sometimes when there is no dialogue, and there is an action that doesn't have much sound, like a door opening and closing, there can be quite a loud hiss in the background. This MIC is the best one for people in a budget like me and is very professional too! Here are 2 ways to prevent the hiss problem:

    1.) Via CAMERA SETTINGS: Now I know that the GO mic doesn't have a -20db, but you can still lower the hiss through the camera audio recording settings! (My camera is a Canon, so setting titles may vary for different cameras, but I'm pretty sure Nikon has many of those same titles/names.)

    Step 1: Go to your camera's settings (via camera), and go to the tab that has the audio recordings.
    Step 2: Click on "Sound Recording" and put on "Manual" instead of "Auto".
    Step 3: Go down how much you need to, to reach "Rec. Level". Click on that.
    Step 4: Put the level around 5 or 6; go to the far end (left) of the level and click 5 or 6 times for it to go to the right. (contact me if you need more detail).
    This will lower the hiss sound, so the audio will be a clearer when you have dialogue or recording voiceover.

    2.) Via EDITING SOFTWARE: (I use Final Cut Pro X and iMovie, so I'm sure any other editing software would have the audio effect if these two have it.)

    Step 1: Open your editing software.
    Step 2: Go to the "Effects" tab.
    Step 3: Click on the subcategory (if you have one): "Audio Effects"
    Step 4: Scroll down (if you have to) and find the tab "Levels"
    Step 5: Then, scroll down (if you have to again) and find the "Gain" effect.
    Step 5: Add that effect to your clip/audio and adjust the setting controls to "-20db"
    Now you have better sounding audio without having to buy the Rode MIC with the Gain controls on the MIC itself.

    ***I have attached pictures (for the Editing Software portion) to help along with the steps. If you still need help, don't hesitate to contact me!***

    Hope this helps you decide what MIC to buy, and this one seems to be perfect if you are a freelance filmmaker, YouTube creator, or anyone with a tight budget :)
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    Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2018
    Model name: VIDEOMIC GOVerified Purchase
    Just remember that this mic does not use a battery, and is made primarily for DSLR's that provide power through the mic cable (Rode supplies a nice coiled one that does not get in your way). On that note, most DSLR's made today are compatible with this little gem. Check compatibility on Rode's website before purchase.

    Setup is easy...just go on YouTube and search for a Rode Video Mic GO setup for your particular DSLR, since this is a popular microphone in use around the world. If you have a Canon or Nikon or other popular DSLR, somebody has already "been there, done that" and is willing to share their menu setup.

    I had this set up and ready to go within minutes after receiving it in the mail and attaching it to a Canon EOS T5i, and made a quick test video to confirm the settings did work.

    The cardioid pickup pattern is well-engineered. I literally performed the setup and marched out to record a Missoula Children's Theatre play for my kids, and the recorded sound was fine despite a generic auditorium that was built without stage performances in mind (i.e., the acoustics were built for lecture, not musical performance).

    I bought this because I decided, on the spur of the moment, to try video with a camera that I no longer using regularly for school sports and activities (I have a Canon 5D Mk IV and Canon 1Ds Mk III for that). For a quickly cobbed-together combo of this mic and a Canon T5i DSLR, it did really well. I obviously have to use it more to get more out of this particular setup, but for a person like me who has never tried video with a DSLR, this mic proved to be a good choice.

    UPDATE: 2 years old, and started delivering more and more background hissing after a year of use, no matter which camera body I used. This item did not last very long. I can remove the hiss in post production using software, but it’s just easier to buy a higher quality mic with its own power supply (a battery). It was decent while it lasted.
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    Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2023
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    I bought this to upgrade the basic mic on my Canon R50, and it is amazing! I feel like the only complaint I had is that when the subject is more than 10 feet away in an open room, I still got a lot of echo, but I feel like that's a minimal complaint.
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    Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2023
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    The sound quality is ok when there is not a lot of noise around where you record. You can always eliminate some noise afterwards in an editing software but it will definitely degrade the quality. The mic is ok for beginners but definitely not good for advanced filming and production.
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    Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2024
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    You can spend a lot more for a mic. You can spend less. For the money, this mic works well. If you are using the mic built into your DSLR, you will have a noticeable improvement in your audio overall and in most situations. A "dead cat" windscreen is very helpful outside in windy conditions. Understand that this mic or any mic will not solve all your audio problems. To do that you would need an arsenal of mics, booms, wind/pop screens and years of experience in audio. If you have reasonable expectations, this mic will improve your audio in many situations for a reasonable price.
    Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2024
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    I get pretty good sound quality for what this is and how much it costs. Funny story, I actually paid more for an inferior product, which I returned and used the money to but this and some other equipment. It's a pretty nifty little microphone for boosting your camera's audio range, great for run and gun scenarios where you don't have the time to set up all your jib specific gear.

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    Carlos Dias
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    Using this separate micro is a huge improvement in sound quality. RØDE VideoMic makes a good impression. However, the disadvantage is that it stands out at the back of the camera making it difficult to use the viewfinder (around 6 cm from the viewfinder in my case). Working with the LCD display alone is tricky and problematic in e.g. bright sunlight.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Idéal
    Reviewed in France on January 3, 2024
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    Léger et en plastique mais résistant et capte un son de qualité. Il faut l'équipé d'une deadcat pour plus de sureté vis-à-vis du vent. On le place sans aucune difficulté sur un appareil photo, on le branche avec la prise jack et c'est prêt.
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