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Rode VideoMics are some of the most popular video microphones used with DSLR and Mirrorless cameras. This comparison of the full lineup of Rode shotgun video microphones will help you select the right Rode directional microphone for your application and budget.
I will compare the Rode VideoMicro, VideoMic GO, VideoMic, VideoMic Pro and VideoMic Pro Plus to the internal microphone on the Canon 5DMKIII.
I will then compare each Rode shotgun microphone sound test to the rest of the lineup in a single sound test.
05:30 Rode VideoMicro Sound Test
06:52 Rode VideoMic GO Ssound Test
08:40 Rode VideoMic Sound Test
10:26 Rode VideoMic Pro Sound Test
12:18 Rode VideoMic Pro+ Sound Test
13:28 Rode Shotgun Microphone Lineup Sound Test
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[@TechGearTalk]

What's up everyone?! I hope this comparison of the complete Rode Shotgun video microphones is helpful. Which would you get? Did you like it? Was there too much detail? Not enough? What did you like, and also, what did you not like? What would you like to see more of? Would love to know what you think, good or bad. I am grateful in advance 🙏 I think that every one of these is a better option than using the internal microphone on your camera. Did the sound tests help? Let me know what you think!!

[@tajkitajkun1468]

What would be grat for canon m50

[@TechGearTalk]

So honestly, they are all good choices. Did you watch the video and listen to the tests? Which one sounded the best to you? What is your budget?

[@tajkitajkun1468]

Rode videomic go

[@TechGearTalk]

To me it sounded like that one had the highest noise floor. Audio quality was good.

[@philwright5101]

Excellent, a big help... quick and not boring, well done. Phil

[@SteveD12]

Listening with a decent set of headphones I heard lots of hissing from the VideoMicro, a low buzz and hiss from the VideoMic GO, and slight hissing on the VideoMic. The VideoMic PRO was the first where it sounded quite clear. Thank you for this video!!

[@rzu7120]

Yes, even through my iPad speakers I could hear that the two most expensive mics sounded the best.

[@Fr33zeBurn]

That buzz is horrendous, glad I watched as I was going to buy one. Probably due to the power and information both sharing the same cable.

[@lrmcatspaw1]

Hopefully you have also a dead quiet amp for those headphones.

[@masterchririus]

* Videomic Go wasn't plugged in all the way, producing a low hum that wasn't the mics fault.

[@mantelmann13]

You are such an expert with exceptionally good ears!

[@IceBeast5000]

5:43 1st option 7:05 2nd option 8:54 3rd option 10:48 4th option 12:39 5th option 13:41 Lineup

[@andrzejzajda7752]

u saved 15 mins of watching xD TY

[@IceBeast5000]

@@andrzejzajda7752 lol np. Even tho at the end he shows all 1 after another anyway loo

[@6TomArrow9]

literally was looking for this everywhere. Thanks a bunch!

[@IceBeast5000]

@@6TomArrow9 np lol

[@rodemic]

Hey Sagi! Great video and comparison! Super informative!

[@TechGearTalk]

Super appreciate the feedback! Love to see that you keep innovating.

[@HealthySyrus]

I'm glad to find you on KZbin here. Great job man, you really helped me big time. Subscribed. Thanks!!!

[@TechGearTalk]

I'm super glad that the video was helpful! Thank you for leaving feedback and for the Sub!

[@philwebb59]

Noticable difference between the passive and active mics, but the pro and pro+ are amazing. I'm surprised at how closely your voice through the speaker matches the original audio at the beginning of this video. Well done!

[@TechGearTalk]

Super grateful for the feedback and the insights 🙏🏻

[@brant4414]

Honestly, you did such a controlled/scientific comparison on the mic options. I wish everyone was as detailed orientated in their review video, enough but not too much info. Video was a bit dry overall but the content was worth it. If I had any advice I'd work on your overall tone, bringing a bit more energy to the mix. I know you're coming at people with the same way you'd have a conversation but you're doing yourself a disservice considering the quality of content you're sharing. Bring it up a couple notches and you'll reach a lot more people. This is me being a friend because I can tell you put a lot of thought and effort into this video. Brant

[@TechGearTalk]

Brant - I'm super grateful that you took the time to leave such thoughtful feedback. I'm constantly trying to make the better and I can see how a higher energy level can help. Grateful to have you as part of the community 🙏. Sagi.

[@andrewford80]

I disagree. I'm tired of the hype and "energy" that comes with so many KZbinrs. I like this guys mellow vibe and clear message.

[@SteppingLively]

Sagi. I think you should overall bring down the energy in the video, also up, also, down, maybe u cld try record mic support for things like breathe of fire, fire dancing, also book clubs & charcuterie Tuesdays. Jokes aside, appreciate the video. Thanx 👍

[@orangesharpie9601]

I've been looking at what mic to buy for months now and this is the most helpful and well put together video I've seen in all honesty.

[@bryanbernart]

Thank you so much. Your comparison of the different microphones as an A/B listening test against the internal mic is the most helpful thing here, by far. Cheers!!

[@IceTeaJay]

Hi bro, want to ask you about rode mic, after watch your rode mic video, im still dillema between videomic or videomic go,, can you recommend me ? Currently im using sl3 with build in camera mic and shoot street food (basically outdoor ) to upload on youtube Is it worth if i invest one of these 2, if im planning to use it again for future upgrade camera (probably will upgrade my camera to mirrorless in future) Are the videomic "mic" way too long forward for smaller mirrorless camera?? Can it disturb on frame? Sorry for this long question, thanks sagi :)

[@TechGearTalk]

This is a very good question. I did not have any issues with either on of the mics showing up in the video. It would also have to do with the lens. (I would recommend going to a store if you're worried about your particular combo - but I have not heard anyone talking about it). My personal belief is that the Pro and Pro+ are much better (because of the +20 db), so what I would do now, is get the GO (less expensive and smaller) - or even the VideoMicro - and use it until you are ready to upgrade your setup. At that point, you will know if you also want to upgrade the microphone or if you are happy enough. I have a friend who uses the GO with a $2,000 camera and he's happy with it. I think the videomic is just bigger than you're going to want.

[@IceTeaJay]

Okay, thanks for the advice sagi,, anyway between micro (which is still cardioid ) and videomic (that already super cardioid) are these polar pattern effect much in outdoor situation??, if it significantly effect much, maybe ill better go for videomic go?

[@TechGearTalk]

The videomic go will give you more focused pickup pattern than the micro which might work really well for when you are in really noisy situations.

[@IceTeaJay]

Ok, i think ill go for videomicgo,, thanks for the recommendation bro :)

[@TechGearTalk]

Glad to help. I would love to know what you think when you get it!

[@scottcompton8862]

Very nice production. Audio tests can be very ephemeral and I appreciate your scientific approach in the reduction in variables in your testing.

[@TechGearTalk]

Glad it was useful Scott - appreciate the feedback.

[@JamieSandel]

So interesting. The micro outperformed the go in terms of sound quality, IMO, but then the standard videomic and up showed steady improvement.

[@StuffAboutStuff]

I agree but only because there was something wrong with it - it sounded like an earthing problem with a low buzz - might have been a bad cable or not quite plugged in (I'm guessing the former). But I was very impressed at how well the cheapest one held up which was good because I already ordered one! :)

[@PeterMossUkulele]

Thank you for creating this fab and informative comparison video. I monitored with headphones for the full experience. I haven't read all of the other comments but couldn't help noticing the hum with the "Go" version. I suspect the unit may have been duff and it would be interesting if you have since tried another? Ps - However, that said I'm sold on the Pro after your test, which is amazing since I really only wanted the entry level on. You should be in sales !! - Thank you. Peter.

[@masterchririus]

* Videomic Go wasn't plugged in all the way, producing a low hum that wasn't the mics fault.

[@mintyannotations2718]

Such an underrated channel! You deserve more subs!

[@TechGearTalk]

Thank you so much for the kind words, I am grateful for the support!

[@Mike0193Azul]

Probably the clearest and most indepth comparison video out there. Super helpful thank you 💚

[@TechGearTalk]

I’m SO glad it was helpful! Thank you for being part of the channel!

[@PutingPinoy]

How can we better get rid of white noise?? The VideoMicPro sounded great. Like...holy crap! That audio is beautiful!

[@TechGearTalk]

You can use a preamp (see this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bX67dZ2hedJ1h7M ) which does an amazing job. Or a mic with a +20db option to boost the signal. There is also post-processing you can do (but it's best to capture the best signal you can)

[@PutingPinoy]

Tech Gear Talk my post-processing wouldn’t work well. Because I edit completely on my iPhone. I want the camera and mic set up first though. I will check that one out too.

[@TechGearTalk]

The pro and pro+ sound so good!

[@PutingPinoy]

Tech Gear Talk yes, it sounded like there was almost no white noise.

[@TechGearTalk]

Agreed

[@CraigThomasTv]

From my experience the micro performs the same as the other budgets. The only upgrade is to get the video mic pro .. the go is pointless to upgrade too.

[@jamacare]

Fantastic video Sagi! Well laid out and thoughtful. Full or pertinent technical points that should be considered highly when purchasing a mic for any purpose, especially the padding and frequency pass features. Well done fella!

[@TechGearTalk]

Why, thank you!! The individual mic videos will have more details and more tests. Working on those right now!

[@SageLewis]

I decided to go with the Rode VideoMic Pro. I didn't think I needed all the extra features of the plus and they sounded almost identical to me. Thanks!

[@PoznicTraining]

Not sure if I should thank you for this amazing video, as you just convinced me to spend an extra 150 bucks to get the Pro instead of the micro! But as I'm about to film over 400 short videos that I have to edit and audio correct myself (and I'm NOT very experienced with that), it's clearly going to be money well spent. Thanks so much for the excellent quality and format of this video, subscribed!

[@TechGearTalk]

So glad I was able to help you make a decision. Good luck with the new project!

[@sicklecellwithdr.o]

Fantastic review! I was going to buy the mic through amazon alone, but decided to use your link to show my gratitude!

[@EricxYi]

This was such an in depth video! Can't believe it hasn't even broke 100k views yet! Deservs a million for the amount of work you put into it lol

[@TechGearTalk]

Wow, thank you! It really was a lot of work so I'm glad it was helpful!

[@dhpitcher]

Outstanding video! Since I am fairly new to photography (I shoot with the Canon M50 Mirrorless) I am on KZbin daily looking for new tips and equipment. This video was by far the best Ive ever seen.

[@MDG_Collections]

Wow!!! This was some serious detailed information and now you're making me wanna step up my mic to one of the more professional Rode mics!

[@TechGearTalk]

All in due time! Those last two sound really good right?

[@MDG_Collections]

@@TechGearTalk lol yes they too! Great video man!!!

[@TechGearTalk]

It's endless.

[@anthonyjordon5704]

Wow! I just want to take a moment to thank you for sharing all of your expertise in the camera and audio field. I am a novice purchasing my first DSLR camera and because of your shared knowledge, I am very confident of my purchases. Again, thank you.

[@xiaodongCa]

I like your comparison, thumb up. I bought Rode VideoMic Go. I did a testing by taking a video, but the video has no sound at all. I guess it is because I did not set my Canon M50 right. Please advise how to set my camera. Thank you.

[@mealss272]

By far the most useful video for rode microphones I've found on KZbin yet! Well done. I really appreciate you making this one!

[@TechGearTalk]

So glad it was helpful! It was a lot of work to make, but I was trying to really let people hear the difference.

[@mealss272]

@@TechGearTalk I can imagine, must have taken ages. 2 years old but still the most informative video on rode 🎤 that I've seen. Will definitely be forwarding to my friends and anyone interested in mics/ KZbin set up etc.

[@TechGearTalk]

🙏🏻

[@rafapucpr]

Great comparison!! Thank you very much. I was curious to know what microphone are you using to record this video? It has a very good sound, if you can talk, I will appreciate it.

[@Coolkidlyrics1416]

Recommendation for worship music recording? With instrument like drum, base, piano, guitar, and mic/singing in the same room. Room size bigger music/living room. There's about 6 or 7 feet between where were standing and the phone

[@andrewcrossley2448]

Very interesting- all picked up a hum though. Pretty clear that the two pros are the best with the lowest background hiss. Thanks for this.

[@Fridate]

This video was so in depth and helpful! The time flew by! Thanks for doing this.

[@TechGearTalk]

Glad it was helpful. Appreciate the kind words 🙏🏻

[@makeitshine108]

Thank you for this video. Just picked up an EOS R today and was staring at the mics in the store. This video is exactly what I was looking for. VideoMic Pro here I come.

[@TwoTracksOutdoors]

After watching your Rode Video mics vs Canon in camera mic, I have changed my mind about your videos. I find them very toxic. Toxic to my wallet and my credit cards! I don't need a Rode Mic or any other mic but must confess, after watching this review, I feel compelled to go out and buy at least, one. Early in your comparisons, it was quite obvious to see how lacking the Canon's in camera mic is. Sounded like you were in the shower. Listening to your Rode mic demos on all models brought me to the quick conclusion that any external mic is better than the camera's and all models sounded much more natural. Now, would you please have a little empathy on me and wait awhile before you post the next compelling, well thought out and executed video. Whatever you do, please don't review anything like the Canon 1Dx Mark II, or worse, any of the high end dedicated C line of Canon's video cameras. But if you do, please don't let me know because, based on your other video presentations, I would then have to sell the farm to buy whatever you were reviewing, whether I needed it or not. Let me tell you sir, all electronic mfgs. should immediately beg for your address, send you their products, then sit back and just wait for the orders to roll in. Great job.

[@TechGearTalk]

Mike, I don't even know what to say. You had me going with the beginning of that comment. When I got to "very toxic" I was like "uh oh..." then I started laughing. I really appreciate you taking the time to both watch and leave such an amazing comment. I shoot with two C100MKII but I'll make sure I don't tell you about any other reviews 😂 Thank you again for the compliments.

[@Kaila5180]

Mike, that was one the funniest replies I have read, ever!! At the beginning I thought you were going to say something horrid and then I just couldn't stop laughing/agreeing with you. He is amazing at explaining things!! 😍

[@TheBlackAbstract]

HAHA

[@zerocool6952]

Do yourself a favor. Skip to the end. Where (in comparison) I say “Short answer:” I am a professional cinematographer. Began my career as a videographer for CBS. Interviewing celebrities such as Jamie Fox, Ice Cube, Frankie Muniz and more. Have credits on IMDB as well as a letter of recommendation from a former producer of Late Night with David Letterman declaring me as the best camera operator she’s ever hired. My older brother is a professional audio engineer with over two decades of experience and three Emmy awards. We have been following our passions since early childhood. My father brought home a black and white video camera that plugged into a heavy portable VHS recorder. From that moment forward every weekend, summer break, Christmas vacations, MLK Day, any and every opportunity. We were casting the neighbor hood kids to make sci fi thrillers, comedies, murder mysteries, music videos, and our favorite, ninjitsu super hero adventure mini-series. Actually, everything except for musicals. I would even spend countless hours creating frame-by-frame animations. In film school, where I won a cinematography award for my debut short film entry. One of the most important piece of information they drill into you from the very beginning is. “Audio is half the picture.” Did you know? Since the advent of audio with motion pictures. An audience would sit through an entire picture show, even if the film was heavily dense from scratches, out of focus, or even so poorly developed that there was no discernment between any of the blurry objects being projected on screen. The audience would still remain in their seats. Now whether or not they asked for their refunds, is up to anyone’s guess. But! The moment studios had the ability to synchronize audio to their productions. They learned a swift, valuable, and expensive lesson. If the audio for the picture was flawed in anyway. At all. There was no hesitation, the mass majority of the audience would up and leave. Refusing to watch. When I buy equipment. An eighth of my budget is spent on my camera and lenses. A quarter on, is there ever enough? Lighting. (*and remember, this is coming from a professional cinematographer. Painting with lights is how I put food on the table). Even then, as much as I wish there was a way to spend less. You cannot ever over invest in capturing audio as best as you possibly can. The piece of solace I get after every purchase is the assurance that whichever mic I buy, is going to last eons longer than any camera is. Perfect audio now, is still perfect when DSLRs get to a point of pretend 16K. Lights last as long as you treat them. Until they make portable suns with barn doors. I’ll always say at least one more would be perfect. If you buy the right mic. The kind that you never noticed one was ever used in production. (As in, a motion picture editor has the least rewarding job. If they’re any good. You’ll never notice their talent). Short answer: If you buy the right mic off the bat. It’ll be your last. I personally would prefer my camera manufacturers to invest their entire budget in developing a magnificent device that captures remarkable images. In the same sense I don’t want my microphone engineers to also include a camera they were able to assemble from money left over. Ya dig? But hey. It’s your audience.

[@juli0511]

Can you plug these microphones into a pc or does it have to be into a camera, because I cant afford a good camera right now.

[@BrokenArrowBison]

One of the best reviews I have seen to date. Great job!

[@TechGearTalk]

So glad it was helpful!

[@jordanabendroth6458]

My man out here still replying to comments over 2 years after putting out the video. You've got a new sub in me Thanks for putting this up, I managed to find a used videomic pro for 100 bucks because the audio on my dji gimbal camera is kind of crap

[@alexjclelland]

Thank you so much for this video. I bought my camera second hand and it came with a videomicro. Today I was browsing on a second hand store and saw the rode videomic for $99 AUD. New it retails for $188 here in Australia. I wanted to watch some reviews first before making a decision, and so glad I did. The videomic pro is only about 40 bucks more expensive here than the videomic and the quality is nigh and day, just the noise reduction makes such a huge difference. Your video has convinced me not to go for the videomic but to wait till I can find a videomic pro for a good price. Thanks so much!

[@TechGearTalk]

So glad I was able to help!

[@SamSung-gf3rt]

Rode should be paying you for this video. Very impressive work. I would ask next time you do sound test with camera about 6 feet back from your mouth. This is to emulate a talking head video or podcast style interview. THANKS for your work 👍👍👍

[@yagor]

Another great video that hits the spots! Thank you! I think that Pro is the worst choice here. The price is only 50$ lower than Pro Plus, but Pro Plus captures way more deep middles which is the main point for voice recording. So, Micro and Pro Plus are the best at their price points, and there is a competition between Mic and Go.

[@TechGearTalk]

Thanks for the kind words! I agree that I would get the Pro Plus over the Pro every day. I think the GO had the highest noise floor, so I would get the videomic (although it's a lot bigger) over it. The Micro is surprisingly good for such a small form factor (and investment). Are you using a mic now?

[@yagor]

Tech Gear Talk Only lavalieres for now (also Rode) - I don't use to record myself (vlog style). But everything is changing, and the Pro Plus is in my close buying list))) I agree that the Micro is a great bang for buck, but if you buy it, you buy it consciously for long audio post production.

[@TechGearTalk]

You happy with the Rode lav? True about the Micro, but it's 100X better than camera or phone audio don't you think? Pro+ really has a nice sound, that's going to be a nice pickup!

[@yagor]

Yes, i really like my Rode lav mic. I don't know about 100x, but the Micro is definitely an improvement over the internal microphones))) I hope that in the promised video ;) about the Micro you will make the audio samples by speaking directly to it, not only by turning on the record in front of it. That would show the exact capabilities of the Micro.

[@TechGearTalk]

I'll see if i can incorporate that as well.

[@wizdumtv7639]

DUUUUDE! Thank you so much for this! I almost bought a Video Mic Go, and I would've hated myself for doing so. I'm definitely going for one of the Video Mic Pros. Thanks again!

[@TechGearTalk]

Super glad it was helpful. It's possible that my GO was defective, but it's the only one I've ever used. You will NOT be sorry about either or the PROs.

[@rhoshe9629]

wizdumtv which one did you end up getting?

[@wdoug95608]

Thanks again.... BUT...Would liked of heard the first mic VideoMicro with it's wind screen... as It may have taken away the Tintie sound it was out putting..

[@SteveBierfeldt]

This might have been the most helpful youtube video I've ever seen. No joke. This was absolutely incredibe. TY!

[@TheDestructorOfficial]

Which one isolate better backround noise?

[@Tech215Studios]

You shoot the most beautiful footage man!! I've never seen a KZbinr who consistently has perfect lighting in every shot!!! I wish I had the same gift, but I'm def getting better. I finally got a 32" Neewer Softbox with a Godox SL60 Light, got my Canon M50 internal settings just right and i'm def happy with the outcome for my next video, but of course there is always room for improvements. Keep up the great work Gee!

[@iamjamila]

I’m buying the Sony EV Z10 and looking for microphones….I’m considering the Videomic Pro because it is currently on sale for $150. What do you think? Is it easy to learn to set up and use?

[@terryjoeljunior]

Man the first shotgun mic you used sounded quieter than the original camera mic, that makes me rethink even using the same cheap one that I have on and some people have complained that they can barely hear …. I definitely want to look into buying a higher quality mic, any suggestions?

[@ExploringWorldYouTube]

Hi, thanks for the nice video. I only make documentaries outdoors, for working people (ethnic groups in remote countryside). I would like to ask a question please: I have a GH6 camera and its microphone is good. Again, I don't use the camera in my country, but only when traveling far. I don't do interviews. If you were me, would you use a small external mic or would you do without it? Thank you.

[@theaerialfilmguy]

nice video. very clean, high quality production. keep up the good work. pls what mic did you use for this main video recording?

[@boomerantics9586]

As always, very informative and excellent presentation! I just purchased a Canon M50 which your videos were instrumental in helping me select. Though the camera will be used primarily for travel, I would like to interview my father regarding his memories, experiences, etc. Nothing extravagant but merely a series of casual conversations across the kitchen table with both of us in frame. What kind of microphone would you suggest for something like this? I’d be interested if you have any lens suggestions as well. Thanks, Sagi, and, again, great videos!

[@TechGearTalk]

Hi again. Thank you for watching! A few questions, in this conversation, do you plan on recording both of you with 1 mic? How important is it that the mic/s are not visible?

[@boomerantics9586]

@@TechGearTalk I'm not tech savvy so it hadn't occurred that I could use more than one microphone though I think that one would be ample... maybe? It's of no importance whatsoever whether the mic(s) are visible as this is merely for familial posterity and not for any kind of production. Many thanks for your response and thoughts.

[@TechGearTalk]

You can use a splitter with 2 mics if you want. You can also record externally.

[@JohnnyVichi]

what a guy! quality content. will this work with iphone 13? or you need a canon camera ish?

[@TheDilligan]

I'm curious if the noise is as noticeable with live dialogue? If you recorded your dialogue and what we are hearing is that playing out of a speaker, then some of that noise and hum could be coming from your original recording mic and your speaker right? So would all of these examples have less noise in a real situation?

[@TechGearTalk]

Great question. Recording had noise cancellation applied to it. So should have essentially none. Thanks for being part of the channel 🙏🏻

[@salamgabran3484]

great video, can you share the model of the microphone you are using for this video ? it sounds much better than the mics you previewed

[@4TLOL]

This was such a great video! I just bought a Nikon Z50 and I want my audio to be just as beautiful as my pics and 4K video! This really helped me to pick a definite winner :) I loved how at the end of the video you kept playing what all the mics sound like so our ears can really hear the difference. I'm probably going to get the viodemic pro plus! Thanks and take care

[@TechGearTalk]

So glad this was helpful and that the last demo was useful! Enjoy your Z50 (love that camera!). Appreciate you being part of and supporting the channel!

[@rachieroll]

I'm mostly interested to find out what microphone you used to record the actual video.

[@tommyguuun]

The quality of your videos just blow me away! Wish you all the best, see you at 1M subs :D

[@TechGearTalk]

Thanks for the kind words Thomas! Hope the video was helpful. Let me know if you have any questions.

[@jeremytheimer7443]

can the humming of the Rode VideoMic Go be cut out? if not I'd say that's a dealbreaker.

[@afs8491]

Thanks Sagi, you're very thorough and your examples make it very easy to help people buy the right product for their needs.

[@TechGearTalk]

I'm so glad it was helpful! Thank you for the kind words!

[@filipcza]

Great review. Unbelievable production quality! The picture quality is like eyecandy. I would like to see what camera do you use but even more the lighting is the interesting part because that is in my opinion the most important factor, after you have a decent camera. Why is there this low hum with a couple of the mics? Is it just quality issue, because the most expensive ones have less of that?

[@heartlessdazzle8893]

This comparison video is above and beyond the best🙏🏽 thank you so freaking much 🙏🏽

[@TechGearTalk]

So glad it was helpful. Thank you for the kind words and support!

[@acrossmanoptimal]

Damn man, that was a GREAT comparison video! Very educational and extremely well thought out, in great detail! I have a Tascam digital recorder that I use on my GoPro because I think the MediaMod directional mic isn't quite "full" enough for me and I was thinking of the Go2, but the slightly bigger videomic has the fullness I'm looking for. Gotta carry both on me though in case I'm looking for a landscape scene or a detailed one haha. Keep it up, great job!

[@h20s8804]

WORLDS better and more thorough than any other review I stumbled across before this one :)

[@The3pleSix]

which mic that you used to record this video? (except for the testing of each mic). As I noticed that there is a hissing sound for most of the audio tests, except for the Video Mic Pro and Video Mic Pro+.

[@wdoug95608]

Is it me or Did your RODE test of the $99 VideoMic GO have a distinctive HUM ? What I also find interesting after watching multiple video on-camera mics is nobody is talking about splitters... to Split the Right and left channel so U can run a Shotgun mic on Ch1 and a lav ( wireless) mic on ch. 2 - Good Review as I need ( want) to get a small Mic for the Sony A7iii.

[@Roycycled]

Really informative video, thank you. Where do I find the video with the more in-depth review of the mics?

[@SantoshS1279]

One of the most loved channels, MKBHD level of dedication. Keep up the good work bro.

[@TechGearTalk]

Appreciate you!

[@SageLewis]

This is THE BEST rode mic video I've ever seen.

[@LuisAlvarez-oq9we]

that was a great great job, thanks a lot. I wonder what microphone you are using for your channel, it sounds better than all the rodes of the comparison. Will you let us know, please??? Thanks

[@TechGearTalk]

Hi Luis, I have a video that shows all my gear kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZ_Uppmhl5hoobs

[@IDOLCAM1]

we have the IDOLCAM VlogStar V2 shotgun/Lavalier microphone in one, can we send you one for the next mic review you are doing?

[@jimmyhidalgo2680]

can't imagine the time to make this, u gat a new sub! keep it going!

[@TechGearTalk]

Ha! Most people probably didn't realize how long it really took... But I'm happy with what it shows and I know a lot of people are picking between these mics, so I was hoping to help.

[@capulazza]

dude, seriuosly, your're the best! such a direct and orderly presentation, you have a face we trust. keep it up

[@TechGearTalk]

Super appreciate the kind words and support. Thanks for being part of the channel.

[@capulazza]

@@TechGearTalk very well deserved! Cheers

[@sylvia8940]

Wow! Great Video! Really helped me make the choice! Thanks for taking the time to make the presentation so thoroughly!

[@TechGearTalk]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for being part of the channel!

[@calebgivens2549]

Great vid! I purchased the Rode VideoMic only to realize it's really too large to use with a gimbal (using the Weebill S) - it hits the side of the arm and is also too heavy. Do you recommend the smaller mics in this case? Thank you!

[@TechGearTalk]

I try to mount the mic on the gimbal if possible. I don’t like the shake that comes from the shockmount.

[@Hopdanslewok]

Wow very interesting!! I was going to buy the VideoMicro, but after watching your video, I went with the VideoMic Pro :) Just bought it with yout affiliate link, thank you for your videos! I just subcribed, I'm sure I will learn lots of new things hehe :)

[@skakdosmer]

What you say about stereo mics is true - for Røde mics, that is. But some other stereo microphones - like the Sennheiser MKE 440 - are directional stereo microphones NOT designed for ambience, but designed to give a stereo image only of what the camera lens sees. This can help the human brain to separate the noise from the signal of interest, which is a neat trick of the human brain - which simply isn't possible with a mono recording.

[@TheMattJames]

What microphone did you use to film this video

[@TechGearTalk]

Here is all my gear Matt: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZ_Uppmhl5hoobs Hope that helps.

[@alexanderross5643]

I read a bunch of reviews on the videomicro vs videomic Go, which all said just go the micro, watched some videos, they sounded pretty much the same. But watching your video I now think I should have ordered the videomic Go.

[@Hankboomer]

very strange you didnt got the interference problem with videomicGo ... i just cannot use it with the M50 ..

[@heldenhaut]

love that video. cant get it that I actually searched for iphone mics and landed hearing yout whole video. love the end summary

[@TechGearTalk]

I’m so glad it was useful. Thank you for being part of the channel!

[@NoemiGuzman6]

I just bought my first external microphone & choose the Rode Pro Plus so I didn’t have to upgrade. I went for the newest Rode Pro Plus $299 at Best Buy. Thanks.

[@joonajks]

In your opinion is it good to invest in a cheap microphone stand or a good use quality name brand like DR microphone stand?

[@TechGearTalk]

well, it's a matter of nuance. On the one hand, if a stand works, it works. Mostly what you get is durability with higher end stands. But if you never move your stand, or break it down, you can get by with less money for sure!

[@joonajks]

Tech Gear Talk okay thanks!

[@TechGearTalk]

Glad I could help!

[@TenorReacts]

I was bought a Røde VideoMic Go for Christmas as I wanted to upgrade from ME. I haven’t tried it yet but after watching this, I’m already thinking of an upgrade! 😅

[@TechGearTalk]

Thanks for sharing! It's possible that the one I had was faulty. Super interested in what you get out of yours. Regardless, either PROs are excellent!

[@MichiMallu]

Have you ever used Canon’s DM-E100S Stereo Microphone($129) at all, especially with your M50, wanted to buy one since it’s Canon’s, please share your expertise, thanks!

[@jbichao]

They are all pretty noisy till you get to the pro and pro plus. The 2nd one had a nasty hum going on as well.

[@TechGearTalk]

I totally agree about the GO. I wonder if something was wrong with the one I got. I also didn’t do anything in post. I really like the pro plus. What are you using?

[@CheeseOnEverything]

@@TechGearTalk no the go does that. It has interference with some frequencies.

[@Lucas-ow4hg]

Just a quick look with a FFT app, this corresponds exactly to 60Hz from your electrical installation. I'm wondering if it would do the same with 50Hz here in Europe...

[@TheStitchWitchPodcast]

i have a problem with a lot of static and buzzing in my audio.. is it a problem with the quality of my audio or is it due too interference from my LED lighting?

[@TechGearTalk]

A simple way to test it would be to record a short clip without the LED on, then turn the LED on and listen to the difference. Let me know. What mic are you using?

[@HaiTomVlog]

Fantastic comparison video, it helped me decide which mic is right for me - I appreciate the work you e put into this!

[@Cinemammal]

is the buzzing in the background normal for the Go? I haven't heard it in any other reviews

[@ASITL]

Great audio in your video. Could you please share a detailed video on how you do audio processing in post?

[@MakingMadeSimple]

Oh yes. As soon as I saw that you had a video on this topic, I knew this would answer all my questions. As always, great work!

[@TechGearTalk]

So glad to hear it!!! Thank you for the kind words!

[@MakingMadeSimple]

@@TechGearTalk happy to support! You've gotta be one of the most elaborate people I've come across!

[@534A53]

I like the VideoMicro form factor but the frequency range is really bad, it only starts at 100Hz so it doesn't pick up enough low sounds. Is there another mic of that size with a better frequency range?

[@kevinjack5184]

What mic would you recommend for virtual walk or drive videos? With binaural. Do you have any videos on this?

[@skakdosmer]

How about an update that includes the VideoMic NTG, the VideoMic Go ii and the VideoMicro ii?

[@PerfectionHangover]

Hey! I recently got the nifty 50 (which I love) but am finding my audio quality suffering greatly as a result. Which one (or do you recommend something different altogether) would be best paired with the 50mm lens given filming depth of field?

[@FitsTube]

Off camera lavaliere.

[@keenabees]

Great information as always. Whenever I am thinking about buying extra gear for my camera or help with my camera setting, I know your videos will be reliable and informative.

[@TechGearTalk]

I'm super glad this video was helpful and am grateful for the kind words about my videos 🙏

[@easybullet3]

wow! what a well spoken, clear and great video production review. Really helpful. Thank you ;)

[@TechGearTalk]

I really appreciate you taking the time to watch and for the kind words. Thank you for joining the community 🙏

[@ReinisDebners]

The first Røde mic seems to seriously lack fullness of sound and the second cheapest has a background static. Is that supposed to be allright?

[@TechGearTalk]

Glad this video was helpful in showing the difference

[@Vemovemo1]

Excellent review, Videmic Go has awful distracting noise, on the other way VideoMic Pro is just amazing.

[@MontoyaMatrix]

The hum from some of the tests is because the Rode-GO can pick up wireless waves which cause distortion. But it still a great mic, if you turn of your wirless router while you use it!

[@TechGearTalk]

Thanks so much for the input Frank! It was very close to the router so that makes a lot of sense 🙏. Appreciate you taking the time to share.

[@Fridate]

What camera/Lens are you using in this video?? So clear! Feels like I’m in the room with you lolz

[@TechGearTalk]

Oh wow, thanks. I’m using a couple of C100mkii and sigma 18-35 and canon 24-70 f/2.8. Hope that helps.

[@__dynamit3661]

The real question is what microphone you were using in this video and where is the link for the drone on top of the desk ?

[@TechGearTalk]

Hi there. You can see all my gear here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZ_Uppmhl5hoobs the drone was a mavic pro platinum.

[@BrianSchwartz]

So I love this stuff and could watch all day. Just one quibble with this video. If I understand correctly, all of the tests were done at about 18 inches away even though you say there will be more coming with the source farther away. At 18 inches, a real video would be like a selfie closeup. So if that is the use case, Rode is typically going to give you good results in a relatively quiet room. In my case, I shoot almost all talking head videos where at least 3/4ths of a human is in frame. So we are talking maybe 5 feet or so. Similar tests would yield different results. Still, I prefer using the VMP+ over a Rode wireless kits because you don't have to worry about the transmitter. When I use the VMP+, noise reduction software in post usually does a good job. So not trying to be negative as much as saying adding tests with farther source distances would be useful. Your tests prove that for selfie videos or ones where the subject is close in, the difference in quality isn't huge. Those pads and filters make huge differences if the subject needs to step back a bit. My 2 cents. Thanks again for taking the time.

[@TechGearTalk]

Thanks so much for the input Brian. The "short" is that I shot it at 30 and 48 as well, but when I showed the video to a few friends they said it was too long. And since the room is somewhat treated, they were very proportional in quality to the 18" results. I don't have the same experience as you with regards to the distance though. Personally, I would always use an off-camera shotgun mic if I'm 5 feed away from the subject (unless I'm using a lav or a handheld) so I think this example goes beyond a selfie. I think a good idea would have been to do the test in a noisier environment at various distances to demonstrate what each mic could do in terms of isolating the voice. As far as the pads vs distance. Wouldn't it be the same at any distance. You're lowering your camera's gain and raising it on the mic. You still need to get acceptable levels so if it's not loud enough you have to raise the internal mic levels a bit regardless of using the +20db. I always appreciate critical comments; it's the only way for me to grow and learn 🙏