We are quite excited to offer the new RØDE Videomic Pro Plus compact condenser shotgun microphone at B&H. Aimed straight for the mic-on-camera user, the Videomic Pro Plus brings a bowlful of additions and improvements that are likely to bring relief and a maybe even a whispered, “Yesssss!” The original Videomic Pro was already impressive, with its 70 hours of recording time from a 9V battery, selectable 80 Hz high-pass filter, and 3-position gain switch. Maybe many operators were content with it, but RØDE decided to kick it up another notch.
The Videomic Pro Plus starts with a supercardioid condenser shotgun design (like the original Videomic Pro), then empowers you with more versatile and long-lasting power options. You can use AA batteries rather than 9V slugs if you need to make a dent in that apocalypse-ready stack of batteries you’ve been hoarding. An even more attractive route is the included LB1 lithium-ion battery. This rechargeable battery grants more than 100 hours of continuous operation and can be recharged via the supplied micro-USB cable. If you need to conserve battery life, the Plus model’s new power button (with LED indicator) makes it easy. Since RØDE understands you might be too busy or distracted to manage your battery life manually, the company equipped the Videomic Pro Plus with an auto-power feature. It will automatically power on when the mic cable is connected and power off when the cable is detached.
The mic features improved RF immunity to reject unwanted interference from external devices. The original hardwired cable has been replaced with a detachable 3.5mm TRS cable, making cable replacement and swapping easy. It outputs dual mono unbalanced signal for channel redundancy.
When the mic is mounted and ready to use, you’ll find simple onboard controls for level and equalization. You don’t need to hunt and gather through high-tech menus in search of these basic features. There is a button to toggle between gain settings. The -10 dB setting is ideal for preventing distortion when recording loud sources. The +20 dB setting is designed for use with preamps on DSLR cameras, which may produce cringe-worthy noise when cranked. Leave the gain flat if you plan on using a high-quality external preamp with variable level. Once your level is looking fine, you can fine-tune the timbre of the signal. A dedicated button allows you to switch EQ settings. Toss out the muddy bottom commonly caused by rumble, vibrations, or wind noise via the high-pass filter, which can be set at 75 Hz or 150 Hz. If even more high-end presence is what your professional sensibilities seek, just activate the integrated high-frequency shelf for a little bump of the good stuff.
In the spirit of generosity, RØDE redesigned the windscreen shape for optimized performance. The supplied shockmount aids in isolating the mic from camera handling noise and doesn’t rely on elastic bands that can stretch or snap.
Pop in to the B&H SuperStore or head to our website to check out the Videomic Pro Plus!
4 Comments
The terms super cardioid and shotgun are meaningless without polars drawn at a number of frequencies. Publishing those would be helpful.
Hi Greg -
Good point. Thank you for your valuable input!
When you give me PHANTOM POWER I'll upgrade.
So much for the needed LF roll-offs. What about pickup patterns? Side and rear ejection at what freqs. are critical parameters, especially with such a 'short' structure as this. Any objectional inherent noise?