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RØDE Auxiliary VideoMic GO Lightweight On-camera Shotgun Microphone for Filmmaking, Content Creation and Location Recording
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Recommended Uses For Product | Video Conference, Singing |
Brand | Rode |
Model Name | VIDEOMIC GO |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
Connector Type | 3.5 mm Jack |
Special Feature | Lightweight |
Compatible Devices | Camera |
Color | MultiColored |
Included Components | 1 |
Polar Pattern | Unidirectional |
About this item
- Delivers clear, crisp, directional audio with incredible ease of use
- Rode designed the videomic go with a tight pickup area that focuses directly in front of the mic
- Reduces other surrounding sounds, ensuring that your subject is isolated from background noise
- The integrated Rycote lyre shock mount isolates the video mic go from bumps and vibrations
- No complicated switches or settings and is powered by your camera's external microphone input, required
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Sound quality | 3.4 | 4.3 | 3.9 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.4 |
Value for money | — | 3.9 | 3.9 | 4.2 | 4.1 | 4.2 |
Noise cancellation | 3.3 | — | 3.4 | 4.3 | — | 4.1 |
Easy to use | — | 4.5 | 4.5 | 3.8 | — | 4.6 |
Quality of material | 3.3 | — | 3.2 | — | — | 4.4 |
Sold By | Vadget | Digital Village | Sales For You | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
power source | powered by camera plug-in power - min 2.5V | Rechargeable,Corded Electric,Battery Powered | Corded Electric | Battery Powered | Corded Electric | Battery Powered |
connectivity tech | Wired | USB | Wired | XLR | Auxiliary | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
connector type | 3.5 mm Jack | USB | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | USB-C, Lightning, and 3.5mm TRS ports |
model number | VMGO | VMPRPLUS | VMPR | VideoMicro II | 508897 | CP.RN.00000308.01 |
audio sensitivity | -35 decibels | -33.6 decibels | 14 decibels | 30 decibels | — | — |
signal-to-noise ratio | 77 decibels | — | 77 decibels | 78 decibels | 75 decibels | 70 decibels |
From the manufacturer
Found atop the cameras of some of the world's more famous vloggers and filmmakers, the VideoMic Pro+ is a true shotgun microphone designed for use with camcorders, DSLR cameras and portable audio recorders as a source of primary and reference audio.
Combining the iconic, rich sound of a classic VideoMic with a host of high-technology features, the VideoMic Pro+ will instantly lift the quality of your audio. With auto-power-on, power options including the included Li-Ion battery, AA batteries or USB, the VideoMic Pro+ is always ready for action - never miss a shot again!
Professional features allow you to tune your sound to deliver truly professional results. With a 3 stage high-pass filter, a 3-stage gain control, a +20dB boost function, a presense lift and innovative safety channel, you can be assured that your audio will always sound exactly as you need it.
VideoMic Pro+ | VideoMic GO | VideoMic GO II | VideoMic | VideoMic Pro | VideoMic NTG | |
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Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars
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4.4 out of 5 stars
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4.6 out of 5 stars
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4.5 out of 5 stars
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4.5 out of 5 stars
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4.6 out of 5 stars
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Use cases | Recording dialogue, interviews, run-and-gun shooting, filmmaking, videography & content creation, live & sporting events | Recording dialogue, interviews, run-and-gun shooting, filmmaking, videography & content creation | Recording dialogue, vlogging, interviews, run-and-gun shooting, filmmaking, videography & content creation, podcasting & streaming | Recording dialogue, interviews, run-and-gun shooting, filmmaking, videography & content creation | Recording dialogue, interviews, run-and-gun shooting, filmmaking, videography & content creation, live & sporting events | Recording dialogue, interviews, run-and-gun shooting, filmmaking, videography & content creation, live & sporting events, podcasting & streaming |
Ideal for | High-end DSLR, full-frame cameras | Camcorders, point & shoot, entry-level DSLR | DSLRs, smartphone rigs, tablets, laptops and computers | Camcorders, mid-range DSLR | High-end DSLR, full-frame cameras | DSLRs, mirrorless cameras, smartphone rigs, tablets, laptops and computers |
Power | RØDE LB-1 Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery or micro USB powered | Supplied by device (via 3.5mm plug-in power) | Supplied by device (via 3.5mm plug-in power or USB-C) | 9V battery powered | 9V battery powered | In-built rechargeable lithium-ion battery |
Output connection | 3.5mm TRS | 3.5mm TRS | 3.5mm TRS or digital USB-C | 3.5mm TRS | 3.5mm TRS | 3.5mm auto-sensing or digital USB-C |
Compatible RØDE software | - | - | RØDE Connect, RØDE Central & RØDE Reporter | - | - | RØDE Connect, RØDE Central & RØDE Reporter |
Physical controls | Highpass filter: 75Hz/150Hz, level switch: -10dB, 0, +20dB, high frequency boost & safety channel | - | - | Highpass filter: Flat/80Hz & level switch: -10dB, 0, +20dB | Highpass filter: Flat/80Hz & level switch: -10dB, 0, +20dB | Highpass filter: 75Hz/150Hz, level switch: Infinitely variable gain control, high frequency boost & safety channel |
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Product information
Item Weight | 2.57 ounces |
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ASIN | B00GQDORA4 |
Item model number | VMGO |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #3 in Professional Video Microphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | November 17, 2013 |
Manufacturer | RØDE Microphones |
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Product Description
Rode VideoMic go Light weight on-camera microphone.
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Customers like the quality and value of the microphone. For example, they mention it's a great run-and-gun vlogging mic and good for the price. Customers are also happy with portability, ease of setup, and battery power. That said, opinions are mixed on sound quality, performance, and quality.
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Customers like the mic quality of the product. They say it's a great run-and-gun vlogging mic, and a perfect idea. Customers also say it has high-quality sound, and is a good beginner mic. They also say the mic is carefree and able to record high- quality sounds. Customers mention that the product is able make a wonderful pocket recording device.
"...This MIC is a really good MIC in recording high quality, crisp sound, but sometimes when there is no dialogue, and there is an action that doesn't..." Read more
"...The mic is ok for beginners but definitely not good for advanced filming and production." Read more
"...It's a pretty nifty little microphone for boosting your camera's audio range, great for run and gun scenarios where you don't have the time to set..." Read more
"...CONs:- No noise cancellation- Sometimes microphone can become unplugged. I have done a few shoots and there was no audio captured." Read more
Customers like the value of the microphone. For example, they say it's a great low budget microphone for any starting filmmaker or videographer, and worth having for use inside.
"...this mic will improve your audio in many situations for a reasonable price." Read more
"...It's pretty straight forward. I think it's worth the money for a fairlydecent consumer microphone." Read more
"As the price says, overpriced for what you are getting it stopped working a couple of months in...." Read more
"...I wanted to let people know that this is a great buy for the price and it’s a great entry-level recording device that can be hooked up directly to..." Read more
Customers find the microphone easy to carry and use. They say it's lightweight, durable, and doesn't need a battery. Customers also mention that it'll fit in any bag and is a great solution for travel or enthusiasts.
"...It's lightweight, you don't need an external power source, it's not the internal camera mic...." Read more
"...It doesn't add any significant weight to my camera setup, making it ideal for long shooting sessions or when I'm out and about capturing various..." Read more
"...It looks just like the picture . The mic is extremely light weight in fact it will not make a different in the weight once mounted on your hot shoe..." Read more
"...PROs:- Lightweight- Captures good audio, but not the best- Build design allows microphone to not capture camera rattling..." Read more
Customers find the setup of the microphone to be pretty straight forward. They mention it's easy to mount, use, and mount onto their camera. The attachment plastic is durable and protects the mic. The microphone gets the job done with ease, and is lightweight and easy to use. It plugs into the camera easily and quickly.
"...Check compatibility on Rode's website before purchase.Setup is easy...just go on YouTube and search for a Rode Video Mic GO setup for..." Read more
"...The lightweight, easy-to-use design combined with outstanding audio performance make it an essential tool in my filmmaking kit...." Read more
"...Plus: Simple set up (set your camera recording mode to manual) Turn the knob to loosen the shoe, slide the attached Rycote cradle over the shoe on..." Read more
"...There isn't a volume button. It's pretty straight forward. I think it's worth the money for a fairlydecent consumer microphone." Read more
Customers like the battery power of the microphone. They say it doesn't need batteries or an external power source. Some customers also appreciate that it runs off their camera battery.
"...It's lightweight, you don't need an external power source, it's not the internal camera mic...." Read more
"...No batteries are needed for the microphone. All you do is mount it onto your camera, plug it into your camera, and you're ready to record...." Read more
"...I like that the microphone jack is detachable and no battery’s are required." Read more
"The mic looks great, and i love the fact that theres no batteries or external switches to worry about...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the microphone. Some mention that it picks up their voice with perfect quality, reduces the noise to almost nothing, and has been a saving grace. Others say that it makes terrible noises, records audio quieter than their internal mic, and produces a lot of echo. The CONs include that it can become unplugged and picks the wind noise and every sound of the background outside.
"...This MIC is a really good MIC in recording high quality, crisp sound, but sometimes when there is no dialogue, and there is an action that doesn't..." Read more
"...the subject is more than 10 feet away in an open room, I still got a lot of echo, but I feel like that's a minimal complaint." Read more
"...a Missoula Children's Theatre play for my kids, and the recorded sound was fine despite a generic auditorium that was built without stage..." Read more
"...switch to a brand that is more reliable, I can't risk another horrible sounding video. In my opinion sound is the most important part of any video...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the performance of the microphone. Some mention that it works excellent on all three of their cameras, produces noticeably better results than the NikonD7000 onboard mic, and is a great run-n-gun vlogging mic. However, others say that it stopped working a couple of months in. Some say that the mic is not super powerful and that it won't work with apps on their iPhone or iPad.
"...This MIC is the best one for people in a budget like me and is very professional too! Here are 2 ways to prevent the hiss problem:1.)..." Read more
"...quickly cobbed-together combo of this mic and a Canon T5i DSLR, it did really well...." Read more
"...The mic is ok for beginners but definitely not good for advanced filming and production." Read more
"...You can spend less. For the money, this mic works well...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the microphone. Some mention it has a good build quality, is solid, and has crisp quality. However, others say that it is very fragile, has shaky mount, and did not last very long.
"...This item did not last very long...." Read more
"...It is made of some type of soft flexible plastic material, but it isn't flimsy at all...." Read more
"...goes inside your camera (hope I did a decent job explaining this) wore off and it would not work, after tightening it would slide out and not hold..." Read more
"...This mic seems like it's a good build quality...." Read more
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This MIC is a really good MIC in recording high quality, crisp sound, but sometimes when there is no dialogue, and there is an action that doesn't have much sound, like a door opening and closing, there can be quite a loud hiss in the background. This MIC is the best one for people in a budget like me and is very professional too! Here are 2 ways to prevent the hiss problem:
1.) Via CAMERA SETTINGS: Now I know that the GO mic doesn't have a -20db, but you can still lower the hiss through the camera audio recording settings! (My camera is a Canon, so setting titles may vary for different cameras, but I'm pretty sure Nikon has many of those same titles/names.)
Step 1: Go to your camera's settings (via camera), and go to the tab that has the audio recordings.
Step 2: Click on "Sound Recording" and put on "Manual" instead of "Auto".
Step 3: Go down how much you need to, to reach "Rec. Level". Click on that.
Step 4: Put the level around 5 or 6; go to the far end (left) of the level and click 5 or 6 times for it to go to the right. (contact me if you need more detail).
This will lower the hiss sound, so the audio will be a clearer when you have dialogue or recording voiceover.
2.) Via EDITING SOFTWARE: (I use Final Cut Pro X and iMovie, so I'm sure any other editing software would have the audio effect if these two have it.)
Step 1: Open your editing software.
Step 2: Go to the "Effects" tab.
Step 3: Click on the subcategory (if you have one): "Audio Effects"
Step 4: Scroll down (if you have to) and find the tab "Levels"
Step 5: Then, scroll down (if you have to again) and find the "Gain" effect.
Step 5: Add that effect to your clip/audio and adjust the setting controls to "-20db"
Now you have better sounding audio without having to buy the Rode MIC with the Gain controls on the MIC itself.
***I have attached pictures (for the Editing Software portion) to help along with the steps. If you still need help, don't hesitate to contact me!***
Hope this helps you decide what MIC to buy, and this one seems to be perfect if you are a freelance filmmaker, YouTube creator, or anyone with a tight budget :)
Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2016
This MIC is a really good MIC in recording high quality, crisp sound, but sometimes when there is no dialogue, and there is an action that doesn't have much sound, like a door opening and closing, there can be quite a loud hiss in the background. This MIC is the best one for people in a budget like me and is very professional too! Here are 2 ways to prevent the hiss problem:
1.) Via CAMERA SETTINGS: Now I know that the GO mic doesn't have a -20db, but you can still lower the hiss through the camera audio recording settings! (My camera is a Canon, so setting titles may vary for different cameras, but I'm pretty sure Nikon has many of those same titles/names.)
Step 1: Go to your camera's settings (via camera), and go to the tab that has the audio recordings.
Step 2: Click on "Sound Recording" and put on "Manual" instead of "Auto".
Step 3: Go down how much you need to, to reach "Rec. Level". Click on that.
Step 4: Put the level around 5 or 6; go to the far end (left) of the level and click 5 or 6 times for it to go to the right. (contact me if you need more detail).
This will lower the hiss sound, so the audio will be a clearer when you have dialogue or recording voiceover.
2.) Via EDITING SOFTWARE: (I use Final Cut Pro X and iMovie, so I'm sure any other editing software would have the audio effect if these two have it.)
Step 1: Open your editing software.
Step 2: Go to the "Effects" tab.
Step 3: Click on the subcategory (if you have one): "Audio Effects"
Step 4: Scroll down (if you have to) and find the tab "Levels"
Step 5: Then, scroll down (if you have to again) and find the "Gain" effect.
Step 5: Add that effect to your clip/audio and adjust the setting controls to "-20db"
Now you have better sounding audio without having to buy the Rode MIC with the Gain controls on the MIC itself.
***I have attached pictures (for the Editing Software portion) to help along with the steps. If you still need help, don't hesitate to contact me!***
Hope this helps you decide what MIC to buy, and this one seems to be perfect if you are a freelance filmmaker, YouTube creator, or anyone with a tight budget :)
Setup is easy...just go on YouTube and search for a Rode Video Mic GO setup for your particular DSLR, since this is a popular microphone in use around the world. If you have a Canon or Nikon or other popular DSLR, somebody has already "been there, done that" and is willing to share their menu setup.
I had this set up and ready to go within minutes after receiving it in the mail and attaching it to a Canon EOS T5i, and made a quick test video to confirm the settings did work.
The cardioid pickup pattern is well-engineered. I literally performed the setup and marched out to record a Missoula Children's Theatre play for my kids, and the recorded sound was fine despite a generic auditorium that was built without stage performances in mind (i.e., the acoustics were built for lecture, not musical performance).
I bought this because I decided, on the spur of the moment, to try video with a camera that I no longer using regularly for school sports and activities (I have a Canon 5D Mk IV and Canon 1Ds Mk III for that). For a quickly cobbed-together combo of this mic and a Canon T5i DSLR, it did really well. I obviously have to use it more to get more out of this particular setup, but for a person like me who has never tried video with a DSLR, this mic proved to be a good choice.
UPDATE: 2 years old, and started delivering more and more background hissing after a year of use, no matter which camera body I used. This item did not last very long. I can remove the hiss in post production using software, but it’s just easier to buy a higher quality mic with its own power supply (a battery). It was decent while it lasted.
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Reviewed in Sweden on May 11, 2023
A la limite le seul regret ça serait de ne pas avoir de petite housse pour le rangement.
Très bon produit.