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RODE VideoMic GO Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone

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RODE VideoMic GO Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Key Features
  • Mobile Journalist, Vlogger, Run & Gun
  • For Cameras and Portable Recorders
  • Runs on Plug-In Power
  • Simple Operation with No Controls
Longer than Rode's VideoMicro and with a narrower pickup pattern, the Rode VideoMic GO camera-mount shotgun microphone offers enhanced off-axis rejection for tighter directionality. Like the VideoMicro, it runs on plug-in power and has no controls or switches, making it well suited for mobile journalists, vloggers, and run-and-gun shooters in a hurry.

This compact and lightweight shotgun microphone features an integrated shockmount that mounts directly to your DSLR, mirrorless, or video camera and reduces noise from vibrations and camera handling. The windscreen design reduces wind noise, making it well suited for outdoor shoots. The detachable coiled 3.5mm TRS cable ensures easy hookup to your camera, and the dual-mono output means that no channel selection is necessary on your recording device.
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RODE VideoMic GO Overview

  • 1Description
  • 2Shotgun Mic with Directional Sound Pickup
  • 3Easy Hookup to Camera
  • 4Runs on Plug-In Power
  • 5Integrated Shockmount Inhibits Vibrations
  • 6Windscreen Minimizes Wind Noise
  • 7Connectivity Options

Longer than Rode's VideoMicro and with a narrower pickup pattern, the Rode VideoMic GO camera-mount shotgun microphone offers enhanced off-axis rejection for tighter directionality. Like the VideoMicro, it runs on plug-in power and has no controls or switches, making it well suited for mobile journalists, vloggers, and run-and-gun shooters in a hurry.

This compact and lightweight shotgun microphone features an integrated shockmount that mounts directly to your DSLR, mirrorless, or video camera and reduces noise from vibrations and camera handling. The windscreen design reduces wind noise, making it well suited for outdoor shoots. The detachable coiled 3.5mm TRS cable ensures easy hookup to your camera, and the dual-mono output means that no channel selection is necessary on your recording device.

Shotgun Mic with Directional Sound Pickup
Whereas most built-in camera microphones pick up sound from all directions, this microphone utilizes a supercardioid polar pattern to focus on sound in front of it while attenuating sound from the sides and rear. Its active electronics and directional condenser element deliver more detailed audio than the mics typically found in cameras and portable recorders.
Easy Hookup to Camera
A detachable coiled 3.5mm cable is supplied for fast hookup to your camera. The cable is wired in a dual-mono configuration, ensuring that the mic signal is sent identically to both input channels of your camera or portable recorder.
Runs on Plug-In Power
No batteries are required to operate the VideoMic GO. Just connect the microphone to your camera or recorder, enable plug-in power on the device, and forget about swapping or charging batteries.
Integrated Shockmount Inhibits Vibrations
Understanding that the rubber bands used in many shockmounts can snap and stretch, Rode chose to integrate a rugged Rycote Lyre suspension-style shockmount. This simplifies setup of the mic and inhibits the transfer of vibrations from the camera. Plus, the bottom of the shockmount features a camera shoe mount with a 3/8" thread, ensuring easy attachment to your camera or a boompole such as Rode's Micro Boompole (available separately).
Windscreen Minimizes Wind Noise
The VideoMic GO has a foam windscreen to reduce unwanted wind noise from breezes, fans, heaters, and air conditioners. For maximum reduction of wind noise in outdoor environments, consider a furry windshield such as the Rode DeadCat GO (available separately).
Connectivity Options
Expand the microphone's device compatibility with Rode accessories such as the SC4, SC7, and VXLR+ (all available separately). With either the SC4 or SC7, you can connect the VideoMic GO directly to a smartphone or tablet equipped with a 3.5mm TRRS jack. The VXLR+ adapter is the ideal solution when you want to record the VideoMic GO to a camcorder or mixer that has XLR inputs.
UPC: 698813003396

RODE VideoMic GO Specs

Key Specs
Form Factor
Stand/Boom Mount
Polar Pattern
Supercardioid
Frequency Range
100 Hz to 16 kHz
Maximum SPL
120 dB SPL (1 kHz, 1% THD, 1-Kilohm Load)
Output Connector
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS
Power Sources
Plug-In Power
Color
Black
Microphone
Form Factor
Stand/Boom Mount
Sound Field
Mono
Element Type
Electret Condenser
Polar Pattern
Supercardioid
Orientation
End Address
Circuitry
Solid-State (JFET)
Performance
Frequency Range
100 Hz to 16 kHz
Maximum SPL
120 dB SPL (1 kHz, 1% THD, 1-Kilohm Load)
Off-Axis Rejection
4 dB at 60°
16 dB at 120°
12 dB at 180°
Sensitivity
-35 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz
Dynamic Range
96 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
60 dB A-Weighted
Connectivity
Output Connector
1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS
Cable Length
7.87 to 13.78" / 20 to 35 cm
Number of Conductors
2
Power
Power Sources
Plug-In Power
Operating Voltage
to
Physical
Color
Black
Mounting Thread Size
3/8"-16 Female
Dimensions
ø: 3.11 x L: 6.57" / ø: 79 x L: 167 mm
Weight
2.58 oz / 73 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.43 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.95 x 4.9 x 2.9"

RODE VideoMic GO Reviews

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question

Does anyone know if it this is compatible with Canon Rebel T5i?
Asked by: Anonymous
How can I get it to work on my canon rebel T5i?
Answered by: Dapriince R.
Date published: 2020-07-20

Would this work with a PTZOptics camera? Not ...

Would this work with a PTZOptics camera? Not clear on the power output requirements.
Asked by: Aidan
No, the Rode VideoMic Go is not compatible for direct connection to the PTZOptics camera since the camera's 3.5mm audio input is not a mic input. The audio input on the camera accepts a 3.5mm stereo unbalanced line level audio signal which can come from a mixer or another unbalanced line level audio source. Please check with our video department for more details about the specific PTZOptics camera you have. The Rode VideoMic Go can be connected to a dedicated microphone input and requires 2.5V of plug-in power which is a low voltage (typically about 2 to 5V) that can be supplied by the 3.5mm mic input on many DSLRs, camcorders, mirrorless cameras, and portable recorders. The power for the mic is drawn from the camera's or recorder's battery and supplied through the mic input. A line level 3.5mm input cannot supply plug-in power and is not intended for a microphone. Please contact us by phone or through live chat and we can help you to put together a compatible setup for your application.
Answered by: Lisa
Date published: 2020-12-24

question

Can I connect this to a TASCAM DR-60D mkII? If so, how? The TASCAM has 1/4 /XLR inputs.
Asked by: danny
The Rode VideoMic GO can be connected via the DR-60D mkII via its 1/8 mic input jack labeled 3-4 on the unit. The mic requires plug-in power which can be supplied by the Tascam in order to operate.
Answered by: Jeff P.
Date published: 2018-08-25

question

Is it compatible with Android smartphones?
Asked by: Anonymous
The Rode VideoMic GO can be connected to a smartphone including Android using the optional SC7 adapter cable.
Answered by: Jeff P.
Date published: 2018-08-25

question

Does this work with a Sony A6300's multi-shoe hot mount?
Asked by: Anonymous
The Rode VideoMic GO is not able to function via the cameras Multi Interface shoe, however is compatible and can be mounted on the camera and connected to the 3.5mm mic input jack which will provide power to the mic.
Answered by: Jeff P.
Date published: 2018-08-25

Model number?

Model number?
Asked by: Jeng
The RODE VideoMic GO's official designation by Rode is "VIDEOMIC-GO." Simple and to the point.
Answered by: calvinm
Date published: 2023-08-27

question

Is the Rode videomic go compatible with a Samsung galaxy note 4?
Asked by: Danny B.
The Rode VideoMic GO is compatible with smartphones and tablets when used with the proper adapter. It is not able to be directly connected. The Rode SC4 is the recommended adapter. https://bhpho.to/2hINvaL
Answered by: Jeff P.
Date published: 2019-02-21

question

Does it work with sony A6500?
Asked by: Ming-Tie H.
The Rode VideoMic Go will be compatible with the A6500.
Answered by: Dana G.
Date published: 2020-05-08
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