Rode VideoMic GO Review
Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
- Mobile Journalist, Vlogger, Run & Gun
- For Cameras and Portable Recorders
- Runs on Plug-In Power
- Simple Operation with No Controls
- 3.5mm TRS Output Jack
- Detachable Coiled 3.5mm Cable
- Compact and Lightweight
- Windscreen Reduces Wind Noise
- Integrated Shoe/Pole Shockmount
Introduction
In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 205,613 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the Rode VideoMic GO. This analysis is performed by the RR artificial intelligence and updated daily with newly submitted reviews. The RR AI utilizes a complex algorithm to first scrutinize user reviews for credibility, filtering out unreliable ones. It then proceeds to dissect and evaluate the valuable insights within these reviews, providing users with ratings regarding the features of this product. Based on these assessments, users can make informed decisions about whether this product is suitable for them or not.
Ratings Based on Features
These results are a summary of user reviews of the Rode VideoMic GO. For example, 76% of 108,388 users who have commented on the Sound quality of the Rode VideoMic GO have given positive feedback.
Highlighted Customer Reviews
Showing 121 to 140 of 275 Reviews
Awesome microphone
Rode VideoMic GO Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Rob on B&H Photo Video
I use the VideoMic on my Canon T3I and it's been wonderful! You can shoot inside or outside and it has good range while not picking up too much side noise. Great product!
Cheap Price for Good Quality
Rode VideoMic GO Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed on B&H Photo Video
I use this on my Sony A57 so I had to purchase a pricey adapter. The quality of the audio sounds fairly decent in contrast to the on board microphone on my DSLR. On my Sony DSLR, there are no audio settings so sometimes the audio seems to loud. I'm not sure how to fix this. Would recommend!
Mic Requires External Power Source
Rode VideoMic GO Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by WickedMooney on B&H Photo Video
Don't forget to make sure whatever you're plugging the mic into has the ability to power the mic, it doesn't have it's own power. Once you get it working, it's great!
Quite the improvement
Rode VideoMic GO Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Nick H on B&H Photo Video
I used this on my t2i while filming at a convention this past weekend. Well worth the money for a real microphone vs the inadequate built in one. Helps reduce background noise from overpowering what you want to hear, no background hiss like the stock mic. Plug it in and go.
Works very well
Rode VideoMic GO Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed on B&H Photo Video
Much much better than the built in mic on camera. Doesn't need dedicated batteries and is truly plug and play. Nice audio and good low end coverage. Perfect for the family man to get more audio to the family photos.
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Great Mic at a Great Price
Rode VideoMic GO Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Dennis on B&H Photo Video
I bought this mic for my Canon T4i for recording high school football. I am very pleased with the audio quality recorded in my videos. Very easy to use and great quality! Highly recommended!
Go-to on Camera Mic
Rode VideoMic GO Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Erik on B&H Photo Video
This Mic is perfect for vloggers! Love how lightweight and compact the mic is while also enhancing the audio accompaniment for video footage.
VideoMic GO ON-Camera Shotgun Mike by RODE
Rode VideoMic GO Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by We Love Gerard on B&H Photo Video
It needs a windscreen but otherwise we have gotten great sound from it! We work with little children all the time and they don't speak up so this captures those quiet voices as well as all the loud noises we need for our projects!
Scratch audio approved
Rode VideoMic GO Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Aser S. on B&H Photo Video
This shotgun isn't the best mic in the world, but it is a definite upgrade over the on-camera mic on many cameras, especially when scratch audio is needed. Definitely a purchase if another mic is not available to get that scratch audio.
Great for direct audio
Rode VideoMic GO Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by bfletch on B&H Photo Video
Product is better than the built in mic. It is very directional for sure and sensitive, it still picks up the camera noise of adjustment but only when it is quite audio like nature. Over all great and way better than the camera mic
First test with VideoMic GO
Rode VideoMic GO Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by WD on B&H Photo Video
Using this with a Lumix GH3. Initial test in my studio produced very good results. Also tested with a band playing at an outdoor event and got better than expected quality.
Best mic out there for the money
Rode VideoMic GO Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Mike on B&H Photo Video
I've tried cheaper shotgun mics and the audio was useless. I decided to cop the $100 and man I'm glad I did!
Light-weight & effective
Rode VideoMic GO Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Chandler H. on B&H Photo Video
I use this mic on top of my T3i and it does a great job of picking up the audio I need. I can be standing in front of the camera, 30ft away, and it will pick up a clear, crisp recording of my voice. It does feel a bit cheap, but I'm rather certain that's because it doesn't weigh anything.
It does exactly what is suppose to
Rode VideoMic GO Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed on B&H Photo Video
I have used the product for a couple of interviews. It worked well. This is my first time getting into the video side and am in the learning curve.
works great!
Rode VideoMic GO Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by kklemme on B&H Photo Video
The product is great for what it's made for. It improves the sound quality immensely which is fantastic. It is extremely light weight and doesn't effect the weight of the camera in my experience.
GOOD STUFF
Rode VideoMic GO Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by David on B&H Photo Video
It was very easy to install. Light Weight and very compatible with DSLR Canon Video Camera... Good audio quality...
Its ok, but there is no reason to get it over the micro
Rode VideoMic GO Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Jeb on B&H Photo Video
Wind noise sucks even with dead cat and audio has fuzz. Get the micro
It's what I needed at the right price
Rode VideoMic GO Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Bruce in the boreal forest on B&H Photo Video
Works perfectly with my Pentax K1 & K5. It stops wind noise and is a big step up from the in-camera mic
Great price for a great mic!
Rode VideoMic GO Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by mrbray on B&H Photo Video
I love how simple and easy this mic is to use with my Canon Rebel T5i. You just slip it in the hot shoe, twist, and plugin the cord and you're good to go.
PRETTY AWESOMEE!!
Rode VideoMic GO Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Enlightner on B&H Photo Video
I really like the audio quality that the mic produces. It doesn't hiss much, and sounds banging like a biscuit! Every dime worth if you're looking for some good to GO mic.
