- Vlogger, Run & Gun, Voiceover, Podcaster
- For Cameras, Mobile Devices & Computers
- 30-Hour USB Rechargeable Battery
- Variable Gain, Pad, Roll-Off & HF Boost
- USB Out or 3.5mm Out with Safety Channel
- Power Switch with LED and Auto On/Off
- Peak Warning LED
- Windscreen Reduces Wind Noise
- Includes Shoe/Pole Shockmount
Introduction
In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 148,381 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the Rode VideoMic NTG. 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 NTG. For example, 83% of 132,774 users who have commented on the Sound quality of the Rode VideoMic NTG have given positive feedback.
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My favorite shotgun mic!
Rode VideoMic NTG Hybrid Analog/USB Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Tobin on B&H Photo Video
I have two gripes about this mic, but that won't stop me from giving it a 5 star rating. First I'll cover what I love about this mic as a novice film maker/vlogger/podcaster. Hands down it's the most versatile I've tried. Here's what I love: * Auto-sensing output takes the thinking out of switching between camera and mobile devices. (I would often forget the adapter for my lav mic.) * Long lasting rechargeable battery (via USB-C) * Volume/Gain control * Monitoring when using as a podcasting mic via my computer * Frequency filters * Safety channel (-20dB) I've used this for run and gun vlogging and also podcasting on the go. Output quality is really great for the price. Now for the downsides. * no battery level display - I ran into a situation where the mic somehow was left on while connected to an external recorder. The mic died while I was using it on a camera and I had no idea. There's no way to check the battery level of the mic. which brings me to #2 * battery not removable/swappable - I'm sure I won't experience this any time soon, but I suspect that there will be a point where the battery life becomes poor and will need to be replaced... but, I won't be able to. I hope this won't come for many years. In the case of my battery dying on me, it would have been great to have a backup. However it seems to charge fast enough. ... More
A Lot of Mic for a Little $$$
Rode VideoMic NTG Hybrid Analog/USB Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Paul on B&H Photo Video
I do not have a video camera currently that uses a shoe mount , although I am hoping to get one in the future. I picked this mic up specifically for use with Zoom calls and live streaming, in the hopes that it would also be useful for video recording when I have a suitable camera. My kids have group meetings for a choir and unfortunately due to the pandemic they have moved everything online. I wanted to try to get better audio for their calls than we were getting out of a built-in laptop microphone, especially since they are asked to stand and sit and sing a few feet away from the computer so they can't maintain a position close to the built-in microphone. This microphone is quite well-built and solid. I have some Rode NT-5 microphones I bought a dozen years ago and this seems to have a similar feel. I plugged this into a Windows laptop and it worked immediately, with the driver installed automatically, with no issues at all. It usually acts as a mono device, sending the same audio to each channel, but there is a neat trick it can do. If you turn on a special mode, it will send the normal audio level to the left channel, but send an attenuated level on the right channel. If you are recording, and something causes the mic to clip, this means you might be able to repair the recording by using the right channel data, which is less likely to be clipped. The auto-sensing headphone/audio out jack is a neat feature as well. It allows you to plug a pair of headphones directly into the mic to monitor what it is recording. You can also use this jack to plug it into a camera or recorder. That's a nifty feature. The built-in rechargeable battery is also a nice touch. I'm not really using it yet since it is plugged into a laptop using the included USB cable, but it is nice to know that I can also unplug it and use it to feed a recorder. I want to try it with my Sound Devices MixPre-6 II at some point, although I have not experimented with that yet. The audio quality is quite good. It might not impress a location sound engineer as much as one of Rode's large, thousand-dollar shotgun microphones, but to me it sounds very clear, with a low noise floor, and is quite crisp. So I'm very happy with it. I'd like to point out that it uses Euro-style mounting hardware. I was originally planning to use tripods or mic stand adapters with 1/4 diameter mounting screws with 20 threading. Be aware that this fits 3/8 diameter mounting screws with 16 threading. So you might need a stand mount adapter. Some of the B&H bundles come with adapters that might be suitable for you. I initially took mine out of the included shock mount and put it in one of the clips that came with my Rode NT-5 microphones, and that worked fine, but later found a Rode mic stand adapter that works fine and allows me to use the included shock mount. Overall, I'm very pleased with this device, a solid and very cleverly-designed little product. ... More
Perfect for my Antarctica trip !!
Rode VideoMic NTG Hybrid Analog/USB Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Florent on B&H Photo Video
Hey guys Florent from Of Two Lands here and know I just came back from a trip to Antarctica and I thought I would make a review about it since it is the only mic I used for the past 2 months. You can watch the review here or read below : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dx1WwJMB8Ec&t=159s I travel a lot and I like to shoot handheld and run and gun so for me having gear that is light, sturdy without compromising quality is essential For my trip to Antarctica being nimble was essential. And since I also had to go through quarantine for 14days when arriving in Australia I actually used it as a Voice over mic during my time in the hotel. Things I like about it: Size and weight Ability to use it on computer USB charging takes about 2hrs and lasts 30 Quality of sound Gain control as the back Turns on automatically when powering cameras on (both bmpcc6k and Eos R) Great battery even in the cold Mount / cable management system -20 channel Headphone monitoring Things I don't like about it: Gain control at the back can be knocked and settings might change as it happens with me when the mic was bouncing against my jacket a few times Auto power on didn't work on a few occasions, especially when filming straight away after powering on the camera, better to wait a couple of seconds No battery indicators which can be frustrating and it means that I had to keep charging it just in case. What could be improved (not a lot) : Battery indicators would be helpful Mount to be slight smaller for the size of the mic Would be nice if you could lock the gain control at the back Who is this for ? I think this mic is great for anyone wanting great sound quality for a wide variety of uses. Wether you are doing YouTube videos or documentaries, podcasts or interviews this mic can pretty much do anything and quite well too. If you only need an on camera mic or only a YouTube mic then maybe you can find other options that might be cheaper. But with the Rode Videomic NTG you have a mic that can cover pretty much all bases and to me it is something very valuable. If you intend to do a bunch of different type of work, especially in the world we live in at the moment, then this mic is probably the best choice. By the way the review was also recorded using the Videomic NTG. Hope this is helpful :). Cheers, Flo ... More
Seems fine
Rode VideoMic NTG Hybrid Analog/USB Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Matt on B&H Photo Video
I can sum up my review by saying that I don't know who should buy this microphone. Is it for beginners or more advanced audio junkies? The user may end up frustrated, as I am. I'm not an audio expert by any means, so this review won't go into a lot of depth on the technical aspects. I was hoping to see some reviews before I bought this but didn't, so I wanted to get the ball rolling. Hopefully my review will be of some use. My interest is primarily recording the sounds of landscapes, including birds. I don't have high expectations with a $250 mike but I wanted to put some effort into improving sound so it's better than what the camera's built-in mike records. This mike kit is very nice. It feels solid and is easy to use out of the box. I like that the charging cable has an actual cloth-velcro cable tie rather than wire. That's a nice touch. The charging cable does not come with the adapter-plug, which was not a problem since most of us have several of those lying around. After charging the mike my first use of this was at a park, to record some bird sounds on my phone. The included audio cable did not fit into my phone with the case on. Fortunately, I ordered (separately) a 4' cable which fit into my phone in its case. The mike did well. Next, I came home and looked at the quick start guide. It wasn't very useful. It's in pictures with no text. It explains how to plug in the cables and use the switches, but does not explain what the switches do. My annoyance is the lack of detail about what the various controls do. Yes, a quick-start guide will be basic but that's all you get. This is an entry-level mike, so I'm sure people who buy this may not know much about audio, like me. They won't learn anything from the quick-start guide. It would be great if the Rode website had some info about recording terms to help novices like me. And the quick-start guide could refer users to that web page. People who know and care deeply about audio will probably buy something with more control, at a higher price point. People who spend only $250 are likely beginners who could use some assistance. My thinking is if the beginners knew where to turn for information they may be more likely to buy higher end (more expensive) gear. At this point I'll do a little more research about sound and try to figure out what the controls offer. If I can't find any assistance someplace I'll probably return the mike and get one with no controls that's a lot cheaper. ... More
Great Versatile Mic from Rode
Rode VideoMic NTG Hybrid Analog/USB Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Isom on B&H Photo Video
I use this mic primarily for my YouTube videos usually on a boom and it gives me crisp, clean audio without picking up an extraneous noise. It's a bonus to then plug it into a USB port on my laptop to do voiceovers and have a headphone input for monitoring right on the mic. The only problem I've had is that sometimes it fails to auto turn on when recording my videos after I stop and start for another take. Not sure if this is because I use an extension cable or maybe not giving the mic enough time to switch back on. Either way it can be frustrating to have to redo a take because of no audio. I see some of these reviews complaining about no battery indicator but that is totally wrong. The LED will be green when the battery is fully charged, amber for medium charge, red for low charge and flashing red when very low charge. You just have to pay attention. All in all, great mic from Rode with the gain control, high pass filter, high frequency boost it's hard to beat. As for battery life, be sure and register your mic with Rode for the extended 10yr warranty, If the battery dies prematurely, no guarantees but Rode might replace it. ... More
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Clean Signal, Long Lasting
Rode VideoMic NTG Hybrid Analog/USB Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Bret on B&H Photo Video
The NTG is a great hybrid mic. I'll attach it to the end of a boom and run into a Wireless Go II transmitter for an easy wireless boom that is quick and easy to move around. It's great not having to deal with a cord back to the camera or recorder. With the Wireless Go II's built in recorder I get nice clean audio that can be synced in post. I also use it for video calls. I run it into the line input of my Scarlett 8i6 and have the cleanest audio of anyone on the call. The internal battery lasts a long time and the rotary volume knob makes adding more gain very quick and easy. I have used the USB out, although it doesn't work well if you want to use headphones on a video call and still hear others because you have to monitor from the output on the mic so you'll hear yourself but not others. Therefore, using the analog output and a 1/8 to 1/4 adapter and going into the line input seems to work the best. If I was recording into my DAW though, I would use the USB output for the cleanest digital audio possible. ... More
Never Argue With a Shotgun
Rode VideoMic NTG Hybrid Analog/USB Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by John on B&H Photo Video
I have no idea what this sounds like, but apparently it's fantastic. I ordered this when I needed to quickly up my Zoom game, and all I had time to do was unpack it, set it up and start a meeting. And so far, I've had nothing but compliments on my audio. It really was plug-and-play as a USB mic, turning on immediately upon connection with my desktop computer, and being able to dial in the right gain level from the back is just genius. It's extremely light and the sliding platform below the red shockmount is also a brilliant design touch. I've got great hopes and plans for using this on-camera, and I've found the RDE Dead Cat windscreen for the original Videomic Pro is a perfect fit over the black foam windscreen for complete outdoor windproofing. I also love that it seems to have been designed with the RDE Go setup in mind, turning this into a perfect wireless directional boom or stand mic, in this weird new world of distancing. Nice job again, Aussies! ... More
Incredibly versatile, high quality sound
Rode VideoMic NTG Hybrid Analog/USB Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Scott on B&H Photo Video
I've been a videomic pro user for awhile and I have 3 of them. I was fortunate enough to be able to have the NTG sent to me to compare the microphones and I'm SOLD. First off, the NTG sounds amazing which is the most important thing, but the versatility of the mic is what I think is the best selling point. Unlike the videomic pro + that really just serves the purpose of being used as an on camera microphone, the videomic NTG has so many other purposes. The most useful feature to me is the fact that it has USB connection to the computer and it can be used as a USB microphone. This comes in handy when I travel as I now have a great little voiceover or podcast microphone on the road that connects directly to the computer. It's also great for video chats via zoom to use that microphone as the source instead of web cam. I love this mic and I'm a huge fan. ... More
Even better than I expected
Rode VideoMic NTG Hybrid Analog/USB Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Vita or Bryan on B&H Photo Video
I got this mic because of its feature set and all the positive reviews. I have now used it on 2 feature films and 2 short films, plus several commercials and promos. It is easy to use, the sound quality is excellent, and the battery life is amazing. It can do a 12+ - hour production day with no issues whatsoever, over and over again. Since it is so light and also works with my Rode Digital Filmmaker wireless kit, I have been using it as a wireless boom mic for interviews now that lav mics are beyond most subjects' comfort level. I also like that the fuzzy windscreen is so small and compact compared to the Video Mic Pro +. I do a lot of work that involves trekking with a backpack that has to hold all of my gear, so anything that reduces space is very much appreciated. ... More
Perfect, on-camera or usb or on a boom, very lightweight
Rode VideoMic NTG Hybrid Analog/USB Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Richard on B&H Photo Video
Perfect mic for on-camera or on a boom, very lightweight and compact. The NTG is very directional and includes a 2 stage high-pass filter to lessen the high sounds like airconditioning and light traffic. The NGT comes with a foam windshield but the dead cat for high winds outdoors has yet to be released for around $40. The NTG has a clip warning and sound adjustments include a -20 dB switch and a stereo channel that can set one channel normally but allow 20db of headspace in case of sudden loud noise that would overwhelm and clip the microphone, this way you have a backup track to turn to that is 20db lower than the other one. There is a gain control, for the headphone jack when you use the NTG with the included USB 1 to USB C input on the microphone, the USB C on the microphone can also update the firmware in this state of the art digital microphone. ... More
Excellent Camera Mic
Rode VideoMic NTG Hybrid Analog/USB Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Thomas on B&H Photo Video
I am a professional documentary film sound recordist, and typically use mics by Schoeps, DPA, Sennheiser and Sanken. I love this mic for camera mounted purposes and for plant applications. A big part of the job is solving problems, and this mic is a big problem solver. It works with any camera, including the Alexa mini which does not have mic preamps and is usually a problem. I like it on my camera when I'm out shooting. The high frequency boost sounds nice. I genuinely like this mic for its purpose and have been recommending it a lot for remote film shoots direct to camera/iPhone. It's a Swiss Army knife - when you need an axe, it's not an axe, but it's great for what it does. ... More
Currently doesn't work for IG livestream
Rode VideoMic NTG Hybrid Analog/USB Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Phoebe on B&H Photo Video
Works well for perfecting sound for webinars/zoom, but it does not work for livestreaming on Instagram due current streaming algorithms on the platform which was a disappointing discovery. This is a documented problem of not only this mic, but any mic, Saramonic lavaliers included. Additional note: If you intend to use this as I did for webinar/zoom, make sure you purchase not only a tabletop tripod, but the adaptor to fit the mic to a standard tripod mount. This item is intended to be mounted on a camera and doesn't stand up on its own. I ended up cutting a hole in a cardboard box for a temporary stand until I could track down the right additional equipment. ... More
Great for home videoconferencing
Rode VideoMic NTG Hybrid Analog/USB Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Michael on B&H Photo Video
I picked this up for my remote workstation, now that coronavirus has me working permanently from home. Working with a headset all day quickly became annoying. This shotgun mounted over my monitor picks up my conversation very well. I'm using a pair of Audioengine2 desktop speaker/monitors with it with no echo to my videoconference team. It will hotshoe to my camera if we're ever allowed outside again, so it'll have a great dual use. Pick up a gopro sticky mount and you can just mount it right onto the top back of your monitor so that you don't need a boom arm or tripod,. Keep it up off your desk and out of the way. ... More
A Versatile Mic
Rode VideoMic NTG Hybrid Analog/USB Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Michael on B&H Photo Video
This thing really has a lot of features to it and it is small enough to safely pack away in a DSLR camera case. I think recording audio directly to a computer via USB-C had a better sound than into a phone. Here are my concerns. There seems to be a high amount of noise when recording to my Pixel 3 phone. It might be the phone, the recording app, or the mic -- I need to test this more. I don't think the directional pick-up ability or audio range is as good as my NTG 2 mic (I saw some reviewers say it was about the same). The rich tones of a voice seem to come through better on the NTG 2. As you can see, there really aren't a lot of drawbacks here, I'm just picky. Honestly, for the price and features, this thing is amazing! ... More
Very versatile
Rode VideoMic NTG Hybrid Analog/USB Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Christopher on B&H Photo Video
I purchased this mic for two reasons: 1- Upgrade my older VideoMic Pro (purchased 2013 I think) 2- Have a multipurpose mic vs different mics for video and audio. This mic is definitely more functional given the usb-c port and this makes it a great all around mic. I do not notice a significant quality difference between this and the older videoMic pro (aside from self noise level, which is important) but I have not done any extensive testing. However, the added features of the mic itself and increased versatility is nice.
Outstanding audio for the price
Rode VideoMic NTG Hybrid Analog/USB Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Paul on B&H Photo Video
A Rode Videomic NTG saved our indie feature film on a recent shoot in NYC... For interior scenes, we boomed an Audio-Technica AT4053B. We used an on-camera Rode Videomic NTG for backup/scratch audio. The Audio-Technica AT4053B suffered terrible RF interference on our feature shoot in NYC, so bad it ruined the audio in two locations. The Rode Videomic NTG did not suffer any RF interference (great engineering Rode!), and saved the day. The Videomic NTG although not boomed (boomed would have been much better), captured good, usable audio and saved our feature production! A huge thanks to Rode. ... More
Solid sound, useful in a variety of situations
Rode VideoMic NTG Hybrid Analog/USB Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Ivan on B&H Photo Video
I bought this mic to use with my phone and laptop as a usb mic primarily, and also for on camera sound. It's pretty straightforward to use, although what I can say though is depending on the cable or adapter (if like me your laptop only has usb-c ports), it might not necessarily automatically detect what it's connected to. So if it's not detecting and switching appropriately you might want to double check your dongles or adapters. The audio sounds clean for voice. It doesn't have that boomy podcast/radio sound that an RE20 or sm7b have but it sounds much better than a sm58 and doesn't seem overly bright or brittle. ... More
Awesome So Far
Rode VideoMic NTG Hybrid Analog/USB Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Jason on B&H Photo Video
The firmware update process was easy, just go to Rode's website. Set it up to work with iPhone 12 and it's been amazing so far. IMPORTANT: You should know Shotgun mics to not pull sound from long distances, they block sound coming from the sides. The controls are great, and Rode has some simple short videos explaining them. The safety track is so cool, the ability to directly monitor the sound levels, the easy frequency amplifications/cuts. I'm not a pro but this mic makes people think I am. And that is what is most important..... /s
Works like a charm; not just a one shot wonder
Rode VideoMic NTG Hybrid Analog/USB Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Steven on B&H Photo Video
I'm transitioning from using the on-body mics on my Sony FDR-AX53, so I was bound to be delighted, especially for talking head videos. I've also used it as an accessory room tone mic while simultaneously capturing talent audio with a lav mic on a Zoom recorder. Solid build with great (usable) level, pad and high-pass filter features... plus the rechargeable internal battery all make it feel like a next generation accessory.
Upgraded my Videomic pro and very happy
Rode VideoMic NTG Hybrid Analog/USB Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
Reviewed by Ian on B&H Photo Video
I just love this unit! I have done a few comparison test with my Rode Videomic pro and feel there is a noticeable improvement in audio. Rich clear voice and isolated ambient sound with the options for decreasing the noise floor. The extra thought that went in to this unit hasn't gone unnoticed. The build is more robust than the above pre-mentioned. Noise isolation via the mount is also an improvement. I intend to use this mic for 'run and gun' and the occasional wireless option attached to a boom.
