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Recommended Uses For Product | Streaming, Singing |
Brand | Rode |
Model Name | Rode NTG2 Battery or Phantom Powered Condenser Shotgun Microphone |
Connectivity Technology | XLR |
Connector Type | XLR |
Special Feature | Microphone |
Compatible Devices | Television |
Color | Black |
Included Components | microphone |
Polar Pattern | Super Cardioid |
About this item
- Directional Shotgun Condenser Microphone with Battery/Phantom Power Option
- Windscreen
- Zip Pouch
- St Mount
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Sound quality | 4.3 | 4.1 | 3.9 | — |
Value for money | 4.3 | 4.0 | 4.2 | — |
Noise cancellation | — | 4.1 | 3.3 | — |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | weishan brand | COCOGEAR-US |
power source | Battery and phantom power compatible | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric |
connectivity tech | XLR | USB | Auxiliary | XLR |
connector type | XLR | 3.5 mm Jack, USB | 3.5 mm Jack | XLR |
model number | NTG2 | VMGOII | RDDJ-1.5M-LAV-2MIC-IV | BOYA BY-BM6060 |
material | Metal | — | PVC | Aluminum |
battery quantity | 1 aa | 1 unknown | — | 1 aa |
audio sensitivity | -36 decibels | 38 decibels | 30 decibels | -36 decibels |
frequency range | 20Hz-20kHz | — | — | 60Hz-20000Hz |
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Product Dimensions | 0.88 x 0.88 x 11 inches |
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Item Weight | 5.8 ounces |
ASIN | B00093ESSI |
Item model number | NTG2 |
Batteries | 1 AA batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #5,191 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #91 in Multipurpose Condenser Microphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | April 13, 2004 |
Manufacturer | RØDE Microphones |
Language | English |
Country of Origin | China |
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Rode NTG2 Condenser Shotgun Microphone.
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Customers like the quality, sound quality and value of the microphone. For example, they mention it's a professional sounding mic, does the job well on an indie set and that it does a good job of cutting out background noise. They appreciate the versatility, saying it'll be great for shooting interview videos, DSLR videos and live interviews and music videos.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the microphone. They mention that it is a quality shotgun mic, has great results on the camera, and is able to do the job well on an indie set. Overall, they are happy with the performance and reliability of the product.
"...I can also confirm it works good with phantom power and with a battery. I noticed about a 12db gain using 48v phantom power with my unit...." Read more
"...I highly recommend this entire outfit for its reasonable price, good performance, and as a great way to improve your videos by getting better audio." Read more
"...Also, this is truly a classic shotgun mic...." Read more
"...-As you'd expect for something in this price range, it's immediately more solid and hefty in the hand than something like a USB mic...." Read more
Customers like the sound quality of the microphone. They mention that it's crystal clear, professional sounding, and does a pretty good job of cutting out background noise. The clarity of the mic is excellent, and it does hardly any voice de-essing or de-popping. It's a great mic for voice overs, and is also good for film. The high pass filter can help with traffic and AC noises, which helps to pick up dialogue on movies clearly.
"...It has good sound quality, and the ability to use a AA battery for phantom power is a bonus...." Read more
"...has a supercardioid polar pattern, meaning that it proficiently isolates noises off to the side, but will pick up everything in front..." Read more
"...It's a great mic for voice overs. It easily rivals more expensive and professional condenser microphones...." Read more
"...The sound is amazing. The quality is superb...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the microphone. They say it is a great sounding mic for the money, and is an affordable launching point to learning solid audio recording. Customers also say it's a good investment and excellent for low-budget productions.
"...I highly recommend this entire outfit for its reasonable price, good performance, and as a great way to improve your videos by getting better audio." Read more
"...get better at AV, I'd recommend using this mic as an affordable launching point to learning solid audio recording techniques...." Read more
"...Has great pickup for the price, but does have some flaws...." Read more
"A good mic for the price. As others have noted about condensers, however, they pick up everything...." Read more
Customers find the microphone versatile and useful for shooting interview videos, DSLR videos, and live interviews and music videos. They say it improves videos by getting better audio. Some mention that the camera is great, but has a really lousy built-in microphone.
"...for its reasonable price, good performance, and as a great way to improve your videos by getting better audio." Read more
"...The camera is great, but has a really lousy built-in microphone. When I added the Rode shotgun mic the audio was as professional as the video...." Read more
"Well worth the money - have captured broadcast quality recordings with this mic and picks up only the main voice I'm directing it toward, not the..." Read more
"Great boom mic, perfect for live interviews and music videos. Make sure to pick up a boomstick with this mic to increase it usability." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the frequency response of the microphone. They mention that it has a realistic response, and the frequency range and clarity is superb. They appreciate the ability to ess and de-pop while maintaining full range frequency response. However, some customers report issues with the signal without a preamp. Overall, most are happy with the performance of this mic and recommend it to others.
"...better than my prior shotgun mic the Azden SGM-1X. The frequency response is so realistic, and it's not missing the mid-highs that some of the other..." Read more
"...This mic gives me crisp broadcast quality without needing to do anything really." Read more
"...small amount of voice de-essing and de-popping while maintaining full range frequency response...." Read more
"...I use these with a Zoom H4N and the signal is pretty week without any sort of preamp...." Read more
Customers like the directional pattern of the microphone. They say it's quite directional for how short it is, and the pick-up pattern is focused enough to use for interviews. Some customers also mention that it'd be a great shotgun focused mic without the need for r-recording.
"...It's pick-up pattern is focused enough to use for interviews where you may not be able to control all surrounding noise...." Read more
"...I also like its directionality. It is very good at muffling noises behind it...." Read more
"Very nice directional mike. I can pick up a voice at normal room volume within 6-8 ft with minimal background noise...." Read more
"Great mic we've used a lot in the past. It's quite directional for how short it is and it's very clear...." Read more
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This does not impact my rating because it is seller related, but I wanted others to know.
I purchased this from seller "Kellards" as a used unit. The description says "Minor Dented Box. Full manufactures Warranty 100% CUSTOMER SATISFACTION". I interpreted (rightly so in my eyes) "full manufacturer warranty" as meaning the full 10 year warranty was included. You get a 1 year warranty regardless, but if you register through Rode's website, you get a 10 year warranty.
While trying to register, I was unable to find Kellards as an authorized dealer. I contacted Rode support to see what the deal was and if I could get the warranty. I was instructed by Rode to select the seller as amazon.com. I did so and completed my registration. I do not know if this was a special privilege they extended because I was contacting them concerned or if it's just "the way" to do it. I do know that the website is very specific about selecting the particular vendor when buying from amazon while registering.
In my case, I've printed and documented everything just in case my mic fails past the 1 year warranty and they try to claim I didn't buy it from an authorized retailer. I want you guys to be aware so that if you're very concerned about getting the 10 year warranty and you don't buy directly from amazon, you can at least know that's something you will want to research prior to your purchase. You can contact Rode by going to their website at rodemic.com (where you register for your warranty).
On to your regularly scheduled review.
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This microphone is worlds better than my prior shotgun mic the Azden SGM-1X. The frequency response is so realistic, and it's not missing the mid-highs that some of the other cheaper shotgun mics are (this is considered a cheap shotgun mic for those wondering... not talking about the sub-$100 pieces of trash).
I have no problems with the mic, and I'm glad I got it. I don't know if I can really add to what's already been said. I can confirm the mic clip it comes with is crazy snug (feels like I was going to break something the first time the mic in the clip). I can also confirm it works good with phantom power and with a battery. I noticed about a 12db gain using 48v phantom power with my unit. Not sure if they are all like that, but good to know if you're having trouble with getting good enough volume out of it.
This mic does pair well with the zoom h4n, but expect to have to boost your levels by up to 24db in post to get usable audio if you're booming from more than a foot away from the actor's mouth (!Note! This is true for basically all shotgun microphones with the zoom h4n and not exclusive to the rode NTG-2). I strongly recommend using a preamp with this microphone, such as the ART USB preamp. Matter of fact, I'd recommend first getting this microphone with the ART USB preamp, then connecting it directly to your camera through the preamp. Then get the H4N when the funds are available if you are using this primarily for DSLR/dual system filming like myself.
Remember that if there is ANY breeze at all (you can feel the air moving, any) it will be picked up with the included windscreen. A deadcat is a must. I couldn't afford one at the time of purchase and thought I could get away with an outside shoot without it... I turned out to be wrong sadly, a lot of the audio was unusable and being a live event there were no retakes. Don't make my same mistake!
Hope this helps somebody! :)
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You get a very nice leather pouch with it and a mount (not shockproofed) with a 3/4" screw thread.
For low-budget creators, the NTG2 is a great option for capturing good quality, near-professional audio. Its directional pick-up pattern is spot on. For me, this is a market game-changer that will/has forced competitors to rethink the price point of their own microphones.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 15, 2022
You get a very nice leather pouch with it and a mount (not shockproofed) with a 3/4" screw thread.
For low-budget creators, the NTG2 is a great option for capturing good quality, near-professional audio. Its directional pick-up pattern is spot on. For me, this is a market game-changer that will/has forced competitors to rethink the price point of their own microphones.