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TAKSTAR SGC-598 Photography Interview Shotgun MIC Microphone for Nikon Canon DSLR Camera (Need 3.5mm Interface)Auxiliary
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Recommended Uses For Product | Video Conference, Singing |
Brand | TAKSTAR |
Connectivity Technology | Auxiliary |
Connector Type | 3.5 mm Jack |
Special Feature | 3.5mm jack |
Compatible Devices | Camera |
Color | Black |
Included Components | battery |
Polar Pattern | Unidirectional |
Audio Sensitivity | 32 dB |
About this item
- Low power indicator
- Transducer Principle: Back Electret Condenser
- Directivity Characteristic: Cardioid
- Powered by 1.5V AA alkaline battery
- Sensitivity: -32dB+/-3dB(0dB=1V/Pa at 1kHz)
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Customer Ratings | ||||||
Sound quality | 3.7 | 4.0 | 3.7 | 3.7 | 4.0 | 3.9 |
Value for money | 3.5 | 3.9 | 4.1 | 3.8 | 4.6 | 4.0 |
Quality of material | 3.5 | 4.7 | 3.8 | — | 4.0 | 3.8 |
Noise cancellation | — | 4.1 | 3.5 | — | 3.8 | — |
Sold By | RainbowImaging | Amazon.com | VC Mall | Recordfoto | Movo Photo | Movo Photo |
power source | Battery Powered | Corded Electric | Corded Electric,Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered |
connectivity tech | Auxiliary | USB | Auxiliary | XLR | Auxiliary | Auxiliary |
connector type | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack, USB | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack, XLR | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
model number | CMR-HT2855 | VMGOII | CVM-V30 LITE B | 10790464 | VXR10 | VXR10-PRO |
battery quantity | 1 aa | 1 unknown | — | 1 aa | — | — |
audio sensitivity | 32 decibels | 38 decibels | 34 decibels | 45 decibels | 76 decibels | — |
noise level | 32 decibels | — | 68 decibels | — | 76 decibels | — |
Product Description
- High-sensitivity condenser microphone specially designed for cameras, with cardioid unidirectional pickup characteristics, which can effectively reduce the ambient noise being picked up
- Provide +10dB sensitivity enhancement and 200Hz low frequency attenuation function; meet different occasions
- Using standard universal connector specifications, it can be easily installed and fixed on the camera
- Anti-vibration structure design, reduce the camera's mechanical noise and other vibration noise interference
- Powered by 1.5V AA alkaline batteries(not included), battery life up to 100 hours
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 8.66 x 3.35 x 1.57 inches |
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Item Weight | 5.4 ounces |
ASIN | B00HE9G3UQ |
Item model number | CMR-HT2855 |
Batteries | 1 AA batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #95 in Professional Video Microphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | December 18, 2013 |
Manufacturer | TAKSTAR |
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Customers like the value, performance, and ease of use of the microphone. For example, they mention it works well, is easy to use, and has good sound quality. Some are happy with the fit, saying it's a tight fit. Opinions are mixed on sound quality, quality, and battery life.
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Customers like the performance of the microphone. For example, they say it works well, it has solid performance, and excellent sound quality. Some say it's perfect for a DSLR and has some slack. Overall, most are satisfied with the performance and recommend it to others.
"...I guess the packing helps because this one works flawlessly...." Read more
"...It works perfect for a DSLR and still has some slack which is nice...." Read more
"...beat most on board mics. The mic seems well built and works very well for it's intended purpose...." Read more
"...Since this one is barely passable, I might give it to my teenage daughter who is dabbling in videography herself to play around with...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the microphone. They say it's a good product at a reasonable price. Some customers also mention that the mic is excellent for the price.
"...use the other options by rode and various companies and they're well worth the price, but this one is steal for it's tag...." Read more
"...not looking to dish the $200 for a RODE, this is very good and worth the price...." Read more
"...Long-story-short, I've decided it was a worthwhile small investment ... with conditions...." Read more
"...It’s affordable and compact." Read more
Customers find the microphone easy to use. They mention it's simple to set up, connect, and use, with clear instructions and easily identifiable buttons. Some say the microphone is convenient and perfect for beginners. They also mention that it'll work with most cameras and is easy to mount.
"...It's just to say, it's pretty simple and straight forward.I would happily buy this again...." Read more
"...that in the sense that it is not easy to use; in fact, it is extremely easy to use. You basically plug n' play...." Read more
"...Ease of use: Good. There really isn't anything that isn't self explanatory.Sound quality: Okay...." Read more
"...This one is just as good. I now have two of them! Hint: easy to make a boom out of this...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the microphone. They mention it looks good, is well designed, and well built. They appreciate the crisp tones and are pleased with the form, fit, function, and price of the product.
"...Overall, from my first impression, it _looks_ good, feels decent in the hand, but it isn't very selective in what it picks up and the suspension..." Read more
"...mic came in a nice package that was foam packed so it had a very professional look...." Read more
"...very light cheap plastic but it is a nice solid build and well designed item. I am a professional videographer and it is my main job...." Read more
"...Voices come through bright and crisp, and it's a decent mic for picking up room tone...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the microphone. Some mention that it's excellent and directional enough for their purposes, while others say that it comes across quite muted and has issues with hearing pings and dings in their audio. Some say that the cable results in a scratching sound.
"...Wow! If anything, it is too sensitive for use indoors. Sound quality is excellent and seems to be directional enough for my purposes...." Read more
"...I can't believe that this Mic for under $30 sounds this good and has useful features. And I'm picky with sound......" Read more
"...from the front to behind the mic is not the greatest, it just becomes more muffled. I just had to mention it...." Read more
"...very surprised to find out that what I had recorded actually sounded pretty good...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the microphone. Some mention it's well built, while others say it'll pick up your Nikon D5300. The construction is plastic but decent, and the switches are well built. However, some customers say the material used is cheap and feels cheap.
"...The switches are well built and you know when they are on.This takes 1 AA battery and I haven't needed to change it yet...." Read more
"...these (same model, different supplier) and got something that was fairly weak and lots of static...." Read more
"...And to top it off, the build quality is quite good! The switches have a good feel, and the battery compartment is secure...." Read more
"...the rubberband attachments for stabilization is definitely fragile, cheap, dry-chippy kind of plastic -- as though one drop could shatter it into..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the microphone. Some mention that it lasts for a very long time, runs off of its own battery, and takes 1 AAA battery. However, others say that it doesn't come with a battery and was completely discharged when they went to use it again.
"...Battery life seems good, though there is not a low batt. indicator...." Read more
"...into the chamber with no protective cover so that the battery is definitely used before I got it...." Read more
"...The microphone takes 1 AA battery, which seems to last a decent amount of time...." Read more
"...And that it also uses a AA battery nothing hard to find is a huge plus. If it crapped out or if I lost it would I buy it again... YES...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the fit of the microphone. They mention that the shoe doesn't fit on their camera, the mount doesn''t work, and the bracket doesn'. They also say that the mic is a bit too large and won''' fit into their flash mount.
"...The coiled 3.5mm cord is not long so don't expect to be stretching it very far...." Read more
"...The biggest issue with the mic was that the shoe didn't fit on my Canon Rebel T2i...." Read more
"...Downsides? The things is incredibly long...like dorky long...." Read more
"...It is a tight fit on the body of my camera, so keep this in mind." Read more
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Now you will pick up some background noise, while it's fairly directional you can hear thing in the area. The dropoff from the front to behind the mic is not the greatest, it just becomes more muffled. I just had to mention it. Also, I wish there was some kind of way for it to better alert you that you've left it one and could be in the process of draining your battery. I've come back to it days later and saw the faint little green light on like "oh snap I forgot to turn it off." I only takes a small AA battery but I would hate to be out somewhere using this and my battery finally go dead and not have an idea before hand.
Overall, it's really just a great option especially for the price. I've had the chance to use the other options by rode and various companies and they're well worth the price, but this one is steal for it's tag. It's cheap enough to buy it, give it a try and not feel like you've "lost out" if it doesn't meet your standards. I just wish I could have told myself that a few years ago when it first popped up.
Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2016
Now you will pick up some background noise, while it's fairly directional you can hear thing in the area. The dropoff from the front to behind the mic is not the greatest, it just becomes more muffled. I just had to mention it. Also, I wish there was some kind of way for it to better alert you that you've left it one and could be in the process of draining your battery. I've come back to it days later and saw the faint little green light on like "oh snap I forgot to turn it off." I only takes a small AA battery but I would hate to be out somewhere using this and my battery finally go dead and not have an idea before hand.
Overall, it's really just a great option especially for the price. I've had the chance to use the other options by rode and various companies and they're well worth the price, but this one is steal for it's tag. It's cheap enough to buy it, give it a try and not feel like you've "lost out" if it doesn't meet your standards. I just wish I could have told myself that a few years ago when it first popped up.
I purchased one of these (same model, different supplier) and got something that was fairly weak and lots of static. I have no idea what was wrong with it, but it turns out it was just broken. I got my second one today ($1 cheaper, go figure!) and hooked it up as soon as the box came. Wow! If anything, it is too sensitive for use indoors. Sound quality is excellent and seems to be directional enough for my purposes. I believe this would work with the children at a park 200ft away! (Gotta try that soon...)
The first one (broken) came in a plain brown box without much protection for the mic. The second one came in a fancy box with customized foam to hold the mic and windmuff - far more protection for shipment all the way from China. I guess the packing helps because this one works flawlessly. The base is isolated from the mic itself with small rubber widgets so noise from the camera is not conducted to the mic and this seems like a very good idea.
For the price, this is an excellent mic. Be aware there are lots of sellers of this mic and the packaging seems to make a difference. If you get one in a plain brown box, check it carefully.
I watched a YouTube review comparing this to a RODE mic, and with the price difference, there was not a vast drop in quality (from what I interpreted) from the RODE to this guy, so I trusted the video and got it.
As described and pictured, there are three switches on the device, a 3.5mm jack, a battery cover, and the removable dead-cat/wind resistor.
The switches are well built and you know when they are on.
This takes 1 AA battery and I haven't needed to change it yet.
You plug the mic jack into your camera (mine being a Nikon D3200) and make sure the POWER switch on the mic itself is on, and you're in business.
There is a bass filter switch that can try and reduce ambient noise (if you want an audio test video I can whip one up if you're unable to find someone on YouTube who has already done it). I just leave that one on.
The other switch raises the dB level by 10, boosting it. I leave this off because sometimes my talent can blow or spike the audio, but it can be useful for shooting from afar. Then the last switch is power, which must be on in order to use it.
IF THE MIC IS PLUGGED INTO THE CAMERA BUT NOT SWITCHED ON (At least on my camera), it will NOT record ANY audio, not even the on-board mic on the DSLR/whatever camera you use. So either unplug the Shotgun mic and use on-board, or don't forget to switch it ON (And there's a green LED that tells you it is on/battery life when red).
The coiled 3.5mm cord is not long so don't expect to be stretching it very far. It works perfect for a DSLR and still has some slack which is nice.
There is a shoe/hot mount to attach to your DLSR with a spinning ring that secures it in place, very useful.
The mic itself is slightly suspended from the apparatus connecting it to the camera, for shock resistance I assume, but I notice nothing incredible about this.
The windproof "sock" over the mic itself is decent at best, so if you have a better one, just throw it on there since the factory one is removable.
The one thing I noticed about the mic is that despite it having its own power source (the AA battery), it DOES drain your camera's battery quite a bit, so be careful and bring your charger/extra batteries for the camera.
For a starter shotgun mic, it's fantastic and does the job. I've used it in short films, professional interviews and filming a comedy stage show. If you want a cheap, good quality mic and are not looking to dish the $200 for a RODE, this is very good and worth the price.
If you have any questions, let me know! I've had this since Feb. and I've run into no other problems but will list any if I do!
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La calidad del sonido es muy buena, yo grabo obras de teatro en directo con ellos y estoy encantada. Pero si además sólo buscas recoger sonido de referencia, no te lo pienses más que no te hace falta ni Rode ni Roda. Y el precio es inmejorable.
Reviewed in Mexico on September 23, 2015