Rode VideoMic Pro+

The microphone detects when your camera is turned on or off via the 3.5mm connection and automatically powers itself accordingly. This helps conserve battery life and ensures you never miss a shot by forgetting to turn the mic on.

When enabled, the safety channel records the right channel at -10dB lower than the left channel. This provides a backup track if your primary audio peaks or distorts, giving you a clean version to use in post-production.

While it is designed for camera shoe mounting, it can be used with any device that accepts a 3.5mm TRS input, such as portable recorders. Note that it requires plug-in power or its own internal battery to function.

The supercardioid pattern is highly directional, meaning it focuses on the sound directly in front of the microphone while rejecting noise from the sides and rear. This makes it ideal for isolating speech in noisy environments.

If you run out of power, you can swap the rechargeable battery for two standard AA batteries or power the unit continuously via the USB port. This flexibility ensures you can keep recording even during long shoots.

Yes, the Rycote Lyre suspension system is industry-standard for isolating the microphone capsule from vibrations. It significantly minimizes mechanical noise caused by camera handling or lens adjustments.