The Stereo VideoMic Pro Rycote from Rode builds on the success of the Stereo VideoMic Pro with a few improved upgrades such as a Rycote Lyre shockmount, higher-sensitivity X/Y capsules, denser foam windscreen, better RF shielding, and a thicker Kevlar braided cable. The microphone retains all of the switch locations and other features as the previous model, for use as an on-camera DSLR and camcorder microphone for video applications.
The integrated Rycote Lyre shockmount system protects against handling noise. The Stereo VideoMic features a high-pass filter switch at 75 Hz for minimizing low-frequency noise, and a -10 dB pad for maximizing headroom on behalf of capturing loud signals without distortion. The +20 dB level-boost switch is specifically designed to provide a higher-quality signal with DSLR cameras. When activated, the camera preamp level is reduced, resulting in a lower noise floor and a much clearer recording.
Key Specs
Form Factor | Camera-Mount |
Element Type | 2 x Condenser |
Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
Frequency Range | 40 Hz to 20 kHz |
Maximum SPL | 134 dB SPL |
Microphone
Form Factor | Camera-Mount |
Intended Sound Sources | Vocals, Room Ambiance |
Sound Field | Stereo |
Operating Principle | Pressure Gradient |
Element Type | 2 x Condenser |
Diaphragm | 0.5" / 12.7 mm |
Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
Pad | None |
High-Pass Filter | Yes |
Tone Adjustment | None |
Gain Adjustment | Yes |
Windscreen | Foam (Included) |
Performance
Frequency Range | 40 Hz to 20 kHz |
Maximum SPL | 134 dB SPL |
Impedance | 200 Ohms |
Sensitivity | -38 dB |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 76 dB A-Weighted |
Equivalent Noise Level | 18 dB A-Weighted |
Connectivity
Headphone Connector | None |
Power
Operating Voltage | 9 V |
Battery Type | 1 x 9 V (Not Included) |
Approximate Battery Life | 100 Hours |
Physical
Color | Black |
Mounting | Boompole, Camera/Shoe-Mount (with Included Hardware) |
Included Case | None |
Included Filters | None |
Dimensions | H: 5.3 x W: 3.1 x L: 4.5" / H: 134 x W: 80 x L: 115 mm |
Weight | 4.1 oz / 116 g |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 0.57 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.7 x 5.15 x 3.1" |