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Vidpro XM-55 Shotgun Microphone with Location Recording Bundle

BH #VIXM55 • MFR #XM-55
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Vidpro XM-55 Shotgun Microphone with Location Recording Bundle
Key Features
  • For Interviews, Film Shoots, Promo Vids
  • Powered via AA Battery
  • Mounts to Stand, Pole, Tripod, or Camera
  • Supports XLR, 3.5mm & 1/4" Connectivity
The Vidpro XM-55 is a battery-powered shotgun microphone with a complete bundle of accessories designed for indoor and outdoor recording with HDSLRs, camcorders, field recorders, handheld recorders, and more. The supercardioid polar pattern yields enhanced off-axis signal rejection and focused frontal pickup while the 100 Hz to 16 kHz frequency response provides tonality tailored for intelligible voice reproduction.
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Vidpro XM-55 Overview

The Vidpro XM-55 is a battery-powered shotgun microphone with a complete bundle of accessories designed for indoor and outdoor recording with HDSLRs, camcorders, field recorders, handheld recorders, and more. The supercardioid polar pattern yields enhanced off-axis signal rejection and focused frontal pickup while the 100 Hz to 16 kHz frequency response provides tonality tailored for intelligible voice reproduction.

The XM-55 includes an adjustable shockmount, a stand mount, and thread adapters to accommodate mounting to a mic stand, boompole, tripod, or camera shoe. It also includes a furry windshield for outdoor shoots, a foam windscreen for indoor recording, and a cushioned hand grip for convenient handheld operation.

A single AA battery (included) powers the XM-55, so no phantom power is required. Thanks to the supplied cables and jack adapter, the mic's XLR output can be connected to devices equipped with XLR, 3.5mm, or 1/4" inputs. The foam-padded hardshell case enables safe and easy transport between gigs.

Microphone Features
  • Ideal for interviews, film shoots, promo videos, and ambient sound capture
  • Durable aluminum-alloy construction
  • Ultralightweight at just 3.5 ounces
  • Supercardioid polar pattern offers enhanced off-axis signal attenuation and focused audio pickup
  • 100 Hz to 16 kHz frequency response for voice-tailored audio reproduction
  • Powered via a single AA battery (included)
  • Balanced XLR 3-pin output
Supplied Accessories
  • Three cables—one 26' XLR, one 16" XLR, and one 16" XLR to 3.5mm—and a 3.5mm to 1/4" adapter for connection to your camera, camcorder, or audio recorder
  • Adjustable shockmount and stand mount with adapters for 5/8" (mic stand), 3/8" (boompole), 1/4" (tripod), and camera shoe-mount applications
  • Furry windshield for outdoor recording
  • Foam windscreen for indoor recording
  • Cushioned hand grip for convenient handheld operation
  • Foam-padded hardshell carry case
UPC: 026127770817

Vidpro XM-55 Specs

Key Specs
Microphone Type
Stand/Boom Mount
Element Type
1x Condenser
Polar Pattern
Supercardioid
On-Board Controls
On/Off
Frequency Range
100 Hz to 16 kHz
Analog Output
1x XLR 3-Pin Male (on Mic)
1x XLR 3-Pin Male (on Included Cable)
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Male (on Included Cable)
Power Sources
Battery
Microphone
Microphone Type
Stand/Boom Mount
Intended Sound Sources
Speech
Sound Field
Mono
Element Type
1x Condenser
Polar Pattern
Supercardioid
Orientation
End Address
Circuitry
Solid-State
Pad
No
High-Pass Filter
No
On-Board Controls
On/Off
Performance
Frequency Range
100 Hz to 16 kHz
Sensitivity
-38 dB
Connectivity
Analog Output
1x XLR 3-Pin Male (on Mic)
1x XLR 3-Pin Male (on Included Cable)
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Male (on Included Cable)
Cable Length
16' / 4.8768 m
Power
Power Sources
Battery
Operating Voltage
1.5 V (Battery Power)
Battery Type
1x AA (Included)
Physical
Color
Black
Dimensions
ø: 0.87 x L: 10.75" / ø: 22 x L: 273 mm
Weight
3.53 oz / 100 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.725 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
11.2 x 8.3 x 3.2"

Vidpro XM-55 Reviews

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In assembling the kit, where does the battery go? ...

In assembling the kit, where does the battery go? It came without instructions.
Asked by: steve
Grip your hands around the top and lower portions of the microphone and twist the bottom portion to the left to unscrew the bottom portion and expose the battery compartment. Install the battery and then screw the bottom back onto the mic. Slide the power button on, and a red light will appear to signify that the mic is powered.
Answered by: Steve
Date published: 2020-07-01

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What do you think is better quality mic, price is olmost the same: this mic or the rode mic go on camera ?<a href= http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1012003-REG/rode_videomic_go_videomic_go_on_camera_shotgun.html target= _blank >http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1012003-REG/rode_videomic_go_videomic_go_on_camera_shotgun.html</a>
Asked by: Noel
This mic is very sensitive and picks up lots of background noise, it also has it's own static which is very bad, I'm planning to get a new one. It is a good starter kit and better mic than the built in one in a DSLR but rode mic would probably be the same quality but hard to say since I haven't used one in years.
Answered by: VYCHESLAV M.
Date published: 2018-08-28

Do you have a small table stand for the VidPro ...

Do you have a small table stand for the VidPro XM-55 microphone?
Asked by: John
Consider the Ultimate Support JS-MMS1 https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/604460-REG/Ultimate_Support_17259_JS_MMS1_Mini_Tripod_Table_Top.html
Answered by: John
Date published: 2019-12-16

question

How does this mic compare to the Rode VideoMicro ($59)?On a boom pole and mounted on the camera?
Asked by: Josh C.
The XM-55 is a traditional shotgun mic with higher directionality than the VideoMicro. Will be compatible with more devices as it is able to be battery powered, and will ship with mounting hardware and cables to connect to most cameras and recorders.
Answered by: Jeff P.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

I want to use a rode boomple but it doesnt say wether the shockmount it is 3/8 or not, what can the shockmount take?
Asked by: Anonymous
All the mounts included in this package are 5/8 however a 5/8 to 3/8 thread adapter is included in the kit.
Answered by: Jeff P.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

what does the 3rd position of the on/off switch do?
Asked by: Anonymous
The XM 55 switch, in addition to power offers a low cut filter setting. This setting will reduce the low frequency information received by the mic and is effective in reducing some low frequency room noise such as AC rumble, light wind and popping P sounds from speech.
Answered by: Jeff P.
Date published: 2019-07-23

question

Would I be better off using the tascam Dr 40 on a shockmount or is this mic better for short films and event recording
Asked by: Anthony P.
The Vidpro XM-55 is best suited for capturing dialogue. The Tascam Dr-40 features a stereo mic, so is better for picking up bigger areas and ambient audio. Either items would work for you, based on your specific needs.
Answered by: Jacob C.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

Are there two types of Xm - 55 mics? Because I see some with a low cut filter and others with the red light... Are they the same mic?
Asked by: Anonymous
The product we are offering is the genuine article from Vidpro which includes the red operating LED and the sensitivity switch.
Answered by: Mark S.
Date published: 2018-08-28
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