RØDE VideoMicro II – an ultra-compact, professional-quality on-camera shotgun microphone designed for run-and-gun filmmaking, content creation, vlogging, and smartphone recording. Featuring RØDE's revolutionary annular line tube technology and a true supercardioid polar pattern, it delivers natural, full-bodied sound with highly directional audio capture never before heard in such a compact form factor. The pressure gradient electret condenser capsule provides a frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz with enhanced sensitivity and low self-noise. Incredibly lightweight at just 39 grams (including HELIX isolation mount) and measuring only 80mm in length.
The VideoMicro II builds on the success of the iconic original VideoMicro with next-generation improvements including a redesigned body and overhauled circuitry for optimized performance. The true supercardioid shotgun design clearly picks up sound from in front of the microphone while significantly reducing background noise from the sides and rear, making it ideal for capturing clear dialogue and subject audio in various recording environments. The revolutionary annular line tube technology – first introduced in RØDE's professional NTG5 shotgun microphone – delivers exceptional transparency and full-bodied audio quality previously unattainable in ultra-compact microphones. With no batteries required and no complicated controls or switches, the VideoMicro II operates via plug-in power from your camera or device through its 3.5mm TRS connection.
The groundbreaking HELIX isolation mount represents a major innovation in compact microphone shock mounting. Developed in-house by RØDE specifically for the VideoMicro II and molded from a single piece of advanced Hytrel thermoplastic, it provides superior protection from knocks, bumps, and handling noise while maintaining an ultra-low-profile design. The mount features integrated cable management slots, a standard cold shoe mount for camera attachment, and a 3/8-inch thread for mounting onto boompoles and other accessories. Despite its compact 80mm × 22mm dimensions, the VideoMicro II features rugged all-metal construction with premium components for exceptional durability. The microphone delivers impressive specifications including 79 dB signal-to-noise ratio, 95 dB dynamic range, 110 dB maximum SPL, and -30dBV sensitivity. Includes deluxe foam windshield, WS12 furry windshield for outdoor recording, SC13 TRS to TRS cable for cameras, and SC7 TRS to TRRS coiled cable for smartphones. Designed and manufactured in RØDE's state-of-the-art facilities in Sydney, Australia.
KEY FEATURES
- Ultra-compact professional on-camera shotgun microphone
- Revolutionary annular line tube technology for natural, full-bodied sound
- True supercardioid polar pattern for highly directional audio capture
- Pressure gradient electret condenser capsule
- Enhanced circuitry with optimized sensitivity and low self-noise
- Ultra-lightweight: 24g (microphone only), 39g (with HELIX mount)
- Incredibly compact: 80mm length × 22mm diameter
- No batteries required – plug-in power operation
- No complicated switches or controls – plug and play
- Innovative HELIX isolation mount system
- Superior protection from handling noise, knocks, and bumps
- Integrated cable management slots
- Cold shoe mount and 3/8-inch thread for versatile mounting
- Rugged all-metal body construction
- Premium components for professional durability
- Compatible with cameras, smartphones, and mobile devices
- Ideal for vlogging, filmmaking, content creation, streaming
- Deluxe foam and furry windshields included
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Acoustic Principle: Pressure gradient, electret condenser
- Polar Pattern: Supercardioid
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
- Output Impedance: ~2.6 kΩ
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 79 dB
- Dynamic Range: 95 dB
- Sensitivity: -30 dBV (31.62 mV @ 94 dB SPL) ±1 dB @ 1 kHz
- Maximum SPL: 110 dB SPL
- Output Connection: 3.5mm TRS
- Power Requirements: Plug-in power (supplied via 3.5mm connection)
- Length: 80 mm
- Diameter: 22 mm
- Weight: 24 g (microphone only), 39 g (with HELIX isolation mount)
- Construction: All-metal body with premium components
- Mounting: HELIX isolation mount with cold shoe adapter and 3/8-inch thread
- Origin: Designed and manufactured in Sydney, Australia
- Included: VideoMicro II microphone, HELIX isolation mount, foam windshield, WS12 furry windshield, SC13 TRS to TRS cable (flat), SC7 TRS to TRRS cable (coiled)
