Azden SMX-10 Stereo Microphone
The Azden SMX-10 is a directional stereo microphone for use with standard consumer video cameras. The microphone delivers professional stereo placement and overall audio quality at an affordable price. The SMX-10 measures 6.96" (177mm) in length and includes a windscreen and camera hot-shoe mount. The light weight electret condenser microphone is powered with a single AAA alkaline battery (not included) for up to 400 hours. The coiled cable features a stereo 1/8" (3.5mm) TRS mini connector.
- Accurate stereo capturing while rejecting off-axis noise.
- Powered with AAA alkaline battery for up to 400 hours.
- Coiled cable with 1/8" (3.5mm) stereo connector.
- Includes hot-shoe mount and windscreen.
| Transducer | Stereo Electret Condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Dual Unidirectional |
| Frequency Response | 100Hz - 18kHz |
| Dynamic Range (Typical) | 66dB |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 60dB (1kHz, 1 Pa.) |
| Maximum Input Sound Level | 100dB |
| Power Requirements | 1.5VDC (AAA size battery) - not included |
| Output Impedance | 1.5kΩ @ 1kHz |
| Output Connectors | 1/8" 3.5mm Connector |
| Pad | No |
| Low Frequency Roll-Off | Built-in (non switchable) |
| Dimensions | 6.96 x .71" (177 x 18.2mm) (Length x Diameter) |
| Weight | 1.83 oz (52g) |
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by PowerReviews(based on 144 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
92%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Lightweight (115)
- Easy to use (94)
- Compact (61)
- Good audio (56)
- Great sound quality (37)
Cons
- Limited functions (10)
- Noisy (4)
- Unreliable (4)
- Poor sound quality (3)
Best Uses
- Amateur recording (40)
- Outdoor events / games (35)
- Performances (21)
- Home studio (18)
- Professional recording (17)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Experienced (51), Tech savvy (33), Novice (18), Gearhead (10), Technically challenged (5)
- Primary use:
- Personal (37), Business (16)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great Mic for the money
I replaced my Rode VideoMic with the Azden SMX-10 for use onthe pair of SONY HC7's I shoot with. The Rode VideoMic wasjust too big to work with on these small cameras and...Read complete review
I replaced my Rode VideoMic with the Azden SMX-10 for use onthe pair of SONY HC7's I shoot with. The Rode VideoMic wasjust too big to work with on these small cameras and theSMX-10 has surprised me with the audio quality that can comefrom the mic when properly set up.It may not have all the glitz and glam of other mics, but itdoes a good job when mounted on the camera and I also use itfor voice overs and haven't been disappointed. The shockmount works well enough - I appreciate the compact size ofthis mic as I work solo and use a photo backpack to carryall my gear so small, compact gear with professional qualityis crucial for my work.It's not perfect, nor a high end mic, but the Azden SMX-10is a solid mic for the price.
Expertise: Professional Solo Video Journalist
Problems Encountered: I wish Azden had put a right angle mic jack on this mic -the standard one that sticks straight out could damage themic jack if hit incorrectly.
Previous Equivalent Item Owned: Rode VideoMic
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Most Liked Negative Review
HISS issue
I understand that this is an inexpensive mic but that's not an excuse regarding the low cost. I bought a Samson LAV which is not even an XLR balanced, it is a regular mini ...Read complete review
I understand that this is an inexpensive mic but that's not an excuse regarding the low cost. I bought a Samson LAV which is not even an XLR balanced, it is a regular mini stereo consumer plug just like this one. The samson costs less than 30 Dollars and the sound is pristine, nice bass, mids and treble and NO HISS. I tested both items on a Canon 5D Mark II, a Canon HV-20 and a professional Sony Z1-u and Z-7u and i believe this is enough testing to safely say here about the hiss problem. Not enough low frequency even having the mic set no full (no wind cut)
The Canon 5D mark II INTERNAL mic of course detects the noise from the lens's stabilizer but the audio fidelity from it besides unwanted noises from camera lens is much better coming from just that tiny cell phone style opening in the camera
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Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Azden SMX-10 Stereo Microphone:
I researched microphones for weeks looking for the one with the best reviews. I was willing to pay upwards of $200.00. It was clear from all the reviews I had read this was exactly what I was looking for in size, quality and features. As a bonus, the price was much lower than I thought I would have to pay. I was looking for a directional stereo mic and this was perfect. I tested this inside my home recording sounds of doors opening, latches, foot steps and so on. The recordings of the sounds are very accurate and crisp with no noticable noise. My house has hardwood floors and 17 foot ceilings so when recording my children at play the sound was somewhat harse and I think that is due to all the hard surfaces, but I was able to adjust the mic settings within the camcorder to account for this and was able to produce lifelike audio. Out of doors I was able to pick up sounds of a high altitude jet clearly where it was barely audible to my ears alone. The mic is very good at picking up distant sounds when the mic is pointed in their direction and sound immediately to the sides and behind the mic are suppressed. Stereo separation is pretty good although not as good as the built-in 5.1 dolby mic on my camcorder, but the sound quality and clairity of this mic far exceed that of the camcorder. My primary purpose is for outdoor nature video where I need to pick up and target distance sounds but I still want the ambient sounds to produce a rich audio experience. This is going to fit the bill perfectly.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
- Home Studio
Comments about Azden SMX-10 Stereo Microphone:
I mounted this microphone to my Canon VIXIA HV40 camcorder and I'm extremely pleased with the sound quality. Much better than the internal microphones. It's short, lightweight, easy to mount and easy to use, and it comes with a foam wind screen. Overall a very good investment.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Azden SMX-10 Stereo Microphone:
I use this product with my camcorder,2 or 3 times a week for video,and I am very satisfy.Excuse my english.Jacq.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
Comments about Azden SMX-10 Stereo Microphone:
Used the microphone to record dialogue and sound effects for some short films. Records high enough quality sound for almost any situation. Good response, sensitivity, high fidelity recording - and at a great price. Definitely made our films come together
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about Azden SMX-10 Stereo Microphone:
Use in wedding environment and we love it! Great for capturing voices of guests.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- Limited Functions
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
Comments about Azden SMX-10 Stereo Microphone:
Definitely noticed a positive difference from the in-camera microphone. It's okay if you're not too far away but it definitely provides a good amount of quality for the price.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Sound exclusion
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Audio for Video
- Professional Recording
Comments about Azden SMX-10 Stereo Microphone:
I've only pulled the SMX-10 out of the bag one time. I was on a shoot where I couldn't control noisey traffic. The lav was picking up more ambient sound than I would have liked. I didn't have a boom but I was working in close so I just popped the mic on the camera. The SMX-10 did a better job of excluding traffic noise than the lav did. Unfortunately the sound was a little too brite for what we already had and I wanted to be able to maintain consistency so I moved the lav in closer and stuck with it. But so far, I'm impressed considering the price.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Durable
- Lightweight
Cons
- No LED light
Best Uses
- Sports
Comments about Azden SMX-10 Stereo Microphone:
I have only used the mic for skateboarding so far and it works great. The sound is way better then the mic on the d300s and the wind cover works well. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars was because there is no LED or anything to let you know if the mic is on. You also can't tell when it dies which may be a problem.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Durable
- Lightweight
Cons
- None Found
Best Uses
- Any Time You Need Better
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about Azden SMX-10 Stereo Microphone:
I got this to use on a Canon HF S200, which has a good factory microphone. I like this mic much better. It doesn`t pickup the camera noise,or the videographer noise. It fits the camera well, but has to be mounted with an adapter to Canon`s mini hot shoe. A great mic for small to midsized camcorders.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Lightweight
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- Events
Comments about Azden SMX-10 Stereo Microphone:
Got the mic to record a music performance and it worked like a charm. I liked the price and performance.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- Shoe mount on Camera
Comments about Azden SMX-10 Stereo Microphone:
Ready to go right out of the box.
I did not have to tape the sides to avoid noise behind me and I do not get any camera noise.
The rubber mount is well built
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
- Performances
Comments about Azden SMX-10 Stereo Microphone:
tested the mic with videos shot with my Canon 60D vs the in camera mic and the sound was much fuller. Put it through my 100 watt Sony with surround and recorded music sounded much better compared to the in house mic.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
- Limited Functions
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
- Indie Filmmaking
- Performances
Comments about Azden SMX-10 Stereo Microphone:
This mic was the best [$] I've ever spent. It has clear audio even in horrible noise conditions such as constructions and heavy traffic. It also does very well in the wind. My one complaint is that there is no LED light that lets you know that it's on, because I sometimes forget and drain battery.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- Not amazing quality
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
Comments about Azden SMX-10 Stereo Microphone:
I use this microphone on my Canon T2i DSLR Camera. It is conveniently small in size, fits right on top and doesn't get in the way and captures much better audio than the on-board microphone. The main reason I am satisfied though is because the price is right. It's a cheap mic and that's nice, considering you're still improving your audio quality over the camera's internal mic. One thing I should note is I use the Magic Lantern firmware for the T2i, which disables the Automatic Gain Control (AGC). Disabling the AGC is impossible without downloading the Magic Lantern firware and I am not sure if this mic would help me if I didn't have ML installed.
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
- Mobile DJ
Comments about Azden SMX-10 Stereo Microphone:
Mounts to DSLR for general background sound and non critical audio. Performes well for it's intended use.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about Azden SMX-10 Stereo Microphone:
I was offered several microphones for my Canon SD camcorder by a wonderful salesman. He understood that I needed a mic for choral music and from the distance of a choir loft to the altar where the singers and musicians would be; about 100 feet. After using this new mic for the first time and then recording to DVD, everyone including myself was truly amazed by the clarity, pickup and beauty of the recording. All the soloists and the chorus members were finally happy with the results this wonderful mic provided. I might add that the price at B&H was terrific as well. I have been a customer for some time and I trust their products and advice. They have never failed me. These are the experts so try for yourself. Much good luck with your products. Peter.
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- Unreliable
Best Uses
Comments about Azden SMX-10 Stereo Microphone:
I ordered this microphone for use on a miniDV camera and it picks up so many differences in sound that the tapes do not run smoothly through my editor. I will probably use this for specialty recording to digital recorders.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
- Lacks battery indicator
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
Comments about Azden SMX-10 Stereo Microphone:
I am a photographer with a 5D MK II. I primarily shoot stills but the video is so amazing I wanted just a bit more in terms of sound than the on board mic offers. This buy was perfect. Cheap but sound is great compared to the on board mic. If i were to spend more I'd have to get the top of the line with both left and right channels for stereo. This seems to have a form of stereo but I don't think it's true stereo. Used it at a HS graduation ceremony and picked up announcers speakers well with little cross sound and crowd interference. This is a great buy if you want to do some light video on the side. Plus I did not want to keep track of yet another battery as other mics require with a 9v. I have tons of triple A's so another plus. Only major flaw is lack of battery light. I always leave it on and don't know if the battery is dead or not. Seems to work either way.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Great Mount
- Low Frequency Filter
Cons
- No "ON" indicator light
Best Uses
- Video
Comments about Azden SMX-10 Stereo Microphone:
I am using two of these mics in a two-camera prosumer set-up. Sound is great and the low-frequency filter works well to eliminate rumble. I love the rubber mounts. The only thing I would love to see on these microphones is an LED or other light to let you know the mic is turned on or off. I have already burned out a few batteries having forgotton to turn off the mics inbetween use.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
Comments about Azden SMX-10 Stereo Microphone:
Bought for my sony camcorder. Good directional pickup, nice shock mount for the cold shoe. Off switch turns off amplifier. Does not silence mic.
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- 1 Year Warranty
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