Rode VXLR - Mono Mini-Jack to XLR Converter
The VXLR from Rode Microphones is an adapter that converts a 3.5mm mono mini jack input to a male XLR output. It can also accept a stereo input, but will send a mono signal to left and right channels.
The adapter is especially useful for the videographer who needs to have a microphone with a mini jack connect to an XLR input on a video camera.
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by PowerReviews(based on 37 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
93%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (29)
- Lightweight (19)
- Compact (18)
- Good audio (13)
- Well built / quality (9)
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur recording (15)
- Professional recording (12)
- Outdoor events / games (8)
- Home studio (6)
- Performances (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Experienced (19), Tech savvy (6), Aspiring film maker (3), Novice (3)
- Primary use:
- Business (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (10)
Most Liked Positive Review
Perfect!
This is the perfect adapter for any 3.5 to xlr situation. You can purchase these at your local Radio Shack, but their much longer and more inconvenient and most make you purchase an additional ...Read complete review
This is the perfect adapter for any 3.5 to xlr situation. You can purchase these at your local Radio Shack, but their much longer and more inconvenient and most make you purchase an additional 1/8 adapter to connect to the 3.5 first. The fewer adapters you have in your chain the better. This adapter allows for a direct 3.5 to xlr connection.
It's about the same size as a standard male xlr piece, so you can't really tell it's an adapter.
If you want a clean signal and low profile look, then it's really a no brainer.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Works well, but "Mono" is incorrect
sfchuck is correct: this is not a "Mono Mini-Jack to XLR Converter" -- it should be described as a "Stereo 3.5mm Mini-Jack to Mono XLR Converter". The product's pack...Read complete review
sfchuck is correct: this is not a "Mono Mini-Jack to XLR Converter" -- it should be described as a "Stereo 3.5mm Mini-Jack to Mono XLR Converter". The product's package makes this quite clear, and the B&H description is misleading. Rating this a 3/5 because mono microphones typically come with mono mini-jacks, not stereo mini-jacks -- what was Rode thinking?
If you have a microphone with a mono mini-jack like mine (Audio Technica ATR35s), you will need additional converter gadgets to make it all work. And then it works great. B&H appears to not offer the required mono-to-stereo mini-jack converter.
After seeing the product for myself, I believe sfchuck's remedy requires more skill than I have. This product is solidly built! Pulling it apart appears very difficult.
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Interface With Camcorder
- Lightweight
- Quality Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
- Travel
Comments about Rode VXLR - Mono Mini-Jack to XLR Converter:
Solid Build, Works like its suppose to, wires snap in and stay attached.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Upgrade
Comments about Rode VXLR - Mono Mini-Jack to XLR Converter:
On camera microphone.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Interface With Camcorder
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Quality Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Upgrade
Comments about Rode VXLR - Mono Mini-Jack to XLR Converter:
I use it to adapt the mini to the xlr. its all good.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Rode VXLR - Mono Mini-Jack to XLR Converter:
Oh so much more then i could ever want!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Interface With Camcorder
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Quality Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Rode VXLR - Mono Mini-Jack to XLR Converter:
I had to run my wireless mike through my XLR only the plug that came with it wouldn't fit. I didn't even know that they made this adapter-- it works perfectly! It saved my project.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Interface With Camcorder
- Improves Performance
- Quality Construction
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
- Upgrade
Comments about Rode VXLR - Mono Mini-Jack to XLR Converter:
Works great with my wireless mic which has a mini jack and converts it to a XLR. The VXLR adpapter is build tough.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Interface With Camcorder
- Quality Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Rode VXLR - Mono Mini-Jack to XLR Converter:
Wish I had found this earlier. Made my own with XLR and mini-jack... This is very well made and excellent value.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Interface With Camcorder
- Lightweight
- Quality Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Upgrade
Comments about Rode VXLR - Mono Mini-Jack to XLR Converter:
Used with a Panasonic AF100 and Rode Mic. Streamlines our cord converters into one great mini jack. Its great to match manufacture's products like this.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Quality Construction
Cons
- No Performance Improvement
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Travel
Comments about Rode VXLR - Mono Mini-Jack to XLR Converter:
Very easy to use and very versatile between cameras and microphones
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Interface With Camcorder
- Quality Construction
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Rode VXLR - Mono Mini-Jack to XLR Converter:
I use this on my HMC 150. Perfect for what I needed. Works as advertised.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Well build
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
- Professional Recording
Comments about Rode VXLR - Mono Mini-Jack to XLR Converter:
Perfect to connect my Rode VideoMic on any XLR device as a mixer or camera mounted with XLR audio. It's a simple accessorie, so it makes the job as it should.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
- Limited Functions
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
- Home Studio
- Mobile DJ
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about Rode VXLR - Mono Mini-Jack to XLR Converter:
It works immediatly and is a good thing to have if you have a stereo microphone and you need to convert it to xlr. I must say it's really to bad that it is a mono converter not a stereo, because my microphone is a stereo so it sorta down graded aha. I like it though, small compact and perfect!
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about Rode VXLR - Mono Mini-Jack to XLR Converter:
I had been using an Audio-Technica XLR to Mini/F with my Rode Video mic and it failed in the field after just a few uses.
These adapters are reliable and help to avoid having to carry yet another specialized cable.
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Events
- Performances
Comments about Rode VXLR - Mono Mini-Jack to XLR Converter:
I use this to connect rode mic to tascam xlr. It fits correctly and stays in place.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Professional Recording
Comments about Rode VXLR - Mono Mini-Jack to XLR Converter:
great adapter for the price.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Rode VXLR - Mono Mini-Jack to XLR Converter:
This product is very easy to use and very versatile between cameras and microphones
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Poor Sound Quality
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
Comments about Rode VXLR - Mono Mini-Jack to XLR Converter:
I wanted to use this converter as a backup solution with my mic that has a mini stereo jack. However, the converter adds too much noise to the signal. Must be OK for amateur music, but not acceptable for speech analysis.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
Comments about Rode VXLR - Mono Mini-Jack to XLR Converter:
This is the perfect adapter for any 3.5 to xlr situation. You can purchase these at your local Radio Shack, but their much longer and more inconvenient and most make you purchase an additional 1/8 adapter to connect to the 3.5 first. The fewer adapters you have in your chain the better. This adapter allows for a direct 3.5 to xlr connection.
It's about the same size as a standard male xlr piece, so you can't really tell it's an adapter.
If you want a clean signal and low profile look, then it's really a no brainer.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
Comments about Rode VXLR - Mono Mini-Jack to XLR Converter:
This adapter works great for hooking up my wireless mics into my "splitter" box. I would recommend this product.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about Rode VXLR - Mono Mini-Jack to XLR Converter:
I purchased this product to use with a Rode Videomic, a Juicedlink CX 231 and a Canon HV40 camcorder. It is well made, sturdy and gets the job done.
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