Sennheiser MKH 8040 Cardioid Mic

The VideoMic GO II is a versatile and lightweight shotgun microphone that excels in a range of recording applications. It features a 3.5mm TRS output for use with a camera. Plus a digital USB output for recording with mobile devices and computers. It delivers crisp, clear, directional sound, making it ideal for filmmaking and vlogging. And is also fully compatible with the RØDE Connect podcasting and streaming software for Mac and PC. When used in USB mode, the 3.5mm output doubles as a headphone output for easy monitoring and playback.

The VideoMic GO II also features the same revolutionary annular line tube design as the VideoMic NTG and NTG5; which offer unmatched transparency and a natural sound. Supported in a detachable Rycote shock mount, the VideoMic GO II  provides you with an extremely convenient cable management system.

Furthermore, the VideoMic GO II offers the same plug-in-powered battery-free operation as the original VideoMic GO; but also adds amazing USB digital functionality.

The VideoMic GO II is an ultra-lightweight and versatile shotgun microphone for capturing incredible audio with a camera. In addition to being incredibly compact and lightweight, the VideoMic GO II is super simple to use and requires no batteries to operate.

The supremely versatile connectivity of the VideoMic GO II allows full functionality as a USB microphone, where the 3.5mm output will act as a powerful headphone output. Introducing the next microphone for RØDE Connect, allowing up to four microphones to be plugged into one computer with an optimised DSP, compressor, noise gate; and the legendary Aural Exciter and Big Bottom.
Complete compatibility with mobile devices and unlocked digital control

Connection through the USB-C output is certified for direct use with iOS and Android devices, with supporting cables specifically designed with optimal cable management. Without the requirement of additional adapters. Compatibility with RØDE Central and Reporter unlock additional features in the microphone such as a high-pass filter, -20dB pad and a windshield compensation.
Also available is the Rode WS12 Windshield for VideoMicGoII.

The Shure VP83F LensHopper™ delivers the perfect blend of form and function. For use with DSLR cameras and HD camcorders, it offers digital flash recording / playback (MicroSDHC) capabilities that enable WAV file capture at 24-bit / 48 kHz sampling rate.

The NTG5 is a short, ultra-lightweight shotgun microphone that is ideal for use in the most demanding recording applications. Featuring a revolutionary acoustic design, tightly controlled frequency response, smooth off-axis response, and very low self-noise (just 10dBA), the NTG5 sounds spectacular in a wide variety of applications, particularly location recording and filmmaking scenarios where superlative audio is imperative.

Revolutionary acoustic design with unmatched acoustic transparency and a natural, uncoloured sound
Extremely lightweight (just 76g) and short in length (just 203mm)
Tightly controlled frequency response and very low self-noise
Highly directional supercardioid polar pattern
RF-bias technology and conformal coating ensure superior performance in adverse conditions
Comes in a complete location recording kit with WS10 windshield, PG2-R pistol grip and accessories