RODE VideoMicro II Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone for Cameras and Smartphones

The Rode VideoMicro II is an ultracompact and lightweight camera-mount shotgun microphone for recording high-quality audio with a DSLR/mirrorless camera or iOS/Android mobile device. It is perfect for run-and-gun video creators and live broadcasters. In order to deliver highly transparent and directional sound for your videos on TikTok and YouTube, as well as for live streaming and online meetings, this true shotgun microphone improves upon its predecessor by adding a supercardioid pickup pattern and annular line tube technology.

The VideoMicro II is user-friendly right out of the box thanks to plug-and-play functionality, simple controls, and no battery usage. Whether shooting at home or while on location, the cutting-edge HELIX isolation mount system and supplied foam and fuzzy windshields guarantee that all of your recordings are crystal-clear and devoid of knocks, bumps, and wind disturbances.

Sound Made Simple—No Audio Experience Required

Supercardioid directional pickup pattern

True shotgun microphone with annular line tube technology for highly transparent and directional sound

Innovative HELIX isolation mount system

Plug-and-go design with no complicated controls

Powered by your camera or phone—no batteries required

High-quality foam and furry windshields included

Easily Connect to Your Phone or Camera

3.5mm TRS output jack on microphone

Includes 3.5mm TRS to TRS cable for connecting to a DSLR/mirrorless camera

Includes 3.5mm TRS to TRRS cable for connecting to the headphone jack of a smartphone or tablet

Clear, Focused Audio

The VideoMicro II instantly improves the sound quality of any camera or smartphone.

Rode’s revolutionary annular line tube technology, delivering natural, full-bodied sound never before heard in such a compact form factor.

With no batteries required to operate and no complicated controls, quality audio is as simple as plugging in and hitting record.

Ultracompact, Ultra-Rugged—Take It with You Everywhere

At just 3.1" long and weighing just 39 grams, the VideoMicro II is ultracompact and lightweight, making it the perfect addition to any creator kit or camera bag—or even backpack or handbag.

Despite its small size, the mic is tough with a rugged all-metal body and premium components.

The VideoMicro II is designed and made in Rode's state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Sydney, Australia

Innovative HELIX Isolation Mount

HELIX is an innovative isolation-mount system designed in-house by Rode to the exact specifications of the VideoMicro II to provide unmatched protection from knocks, bumps, and handling noise.

Full Accessory Kit Included

The VideoMicro II comes with everything required to record in any situation, including a professional mounting system, high-quality foam and furry windshields for protection from wind noise, and a set of cables for connecting to cameras and smartphon

Specification

Microphone

Primary Applications : Podcast, Web-Streaming, Recording to Mobile Device, Audio for Video

Form Factor : Camera-Mount

Intended Sound Sources : Speech/Voice Over

Sound Field : Mono

Operating Principle : Pressure Gradient

Capsule : Electret Condenser

Polar Pattern : Supercardioid

Orientation : End Address

High-Pass Filter : None

Gain Adjustment : None

Windscreen : Foam, Windsock/Windjammer (Included)

Performance

Frequency Range : 20 Hz to 20 kHz

Maximum SPL : 110 dB SPL

Impedance : 2.6 Kilohms

Sensitivity : -30 dBV at 1 kHz

Dynamic Range : 95 dB

Signal-to-Noise Ratio : 79 dB

Connectivity

Output : 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female (on Mic)

Headphone Connector : None

Power

Operating Voltage : Not Specified by Manufacturer

Physical

Color : Black

Mounting : Shockmount (Included)

Mounting Thread Size : Not Specified by Manufacturer

Included Case : None

Included Filters : None

Dimensions : ø: 0.9 x L: 3.1" / ø: 22 x L: 80 mm

Weight : 1.4 oz / 39 g (with Mount)