Rode VideoMic Pro Rycote Compact Directional On-Camera Microphone

Capture professional-grade audio that rivals broadcast standards with the Rode VideoMic Pro R, a compact directional microphone engineered for serious content creators. This shotgun microphone features an impressive self-noise specification of just 14dB while maintaining broadcast-quality mono signal reproduction. The super-cardioid polar pattern effectively isolates your primary audio source by minimising ambient sound pickup, ensuring your on-camera subject remains the focal point of your recording.

Built around the innovative Rycote Lyre shock mounting system, this microphone provides superior isolation from handling noise, vibrations and unwanted rumble that can compromise your recordings. The thermoplastic construction of the shock mount offers significant advantages over traditional elastic suspension systems, as it won't deteriorate, snap or require replacement over time. Installation is straightforward with the standard shoe mount for direct camera attachment, plus threaded mounting points for boom pole applications.

Rear-mounted level controls provide convenient access to essential recording adjustments without disrupting your workflow. The -10dB attenuation setting proves invaluable when recording high-SPL sources such as live musical performances, motorsport events, or close-proximity interviews where audio levels might otherwise clip. Conversely, the +20dB boost function works particularly well with DSLR cameras, helping to overcome the inherent noise floor of camera preamps and reducing unwanted electronic interference from the camera's internal circuitry.