RØDE Microphones announces the release of their new VideoMic Pro+, an on-camera shotgun microphone. The VideoMic Pro+ is an improvement on the existing
VideoMic Pro boasting a range of new features.
"The VideoMic Pro+ is a new benchmark in on-camera microphones," comments Damien Wilson, RØDE and Freedman Group CEO. "We have listened to our customers and are delivering the microphone they've asked for, with features such as the built-in battery door, automatic power function and included Lithium-Ion Battery."
Announced at RØDEShow 2017, Freedman Electronics 50th anniversary celebration, the VideoMic Pro+ is set to prove that RØDE Microphones has yet again upped the game for the prosumer filmmaker.
VideoMic Pro+ Highlights and Key Features
• Automatic Power Function (subject to plug-in power availability) is perfect for the run-and-gun shooter, automatically turning the microphone off when unplugged from the camera
• Built-in Battery Door makes replacing the battery a breeze and far less cumbersome than previous VideoMic models - plus it won't get lost.
• Power options - the VideoMic Pro+ can be powered by the all-new and included RØDE LB-1 Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Battery, 2 x AA Batteries or continuously via Micro USB
• Digital Switching - will ensure the user has ultimate capture of the audio signal at the source, reducing post production and editing times. the Digital Switching includes:
* 3-Stage High Pass Filter to reduce low frequencies such as rumble from traffic or air conditioning
* 3-Stage Gain Control, with +20dB function – designed to improve audio quality on DSLR or mirrorless cameras
* High Frequency Boost will boost high frequencies enhancing detail and clarity in the recording
* Safety Channel to help ensure the signal does not clip when unexpected spikes occur
The VideoMic Pro+ ships with a 3.5mm TRS Cable, LB-1 Lithioum-Ion Rechargeable Battery and includes RØDE's 10-year warranty. For more information please visit
Rode's website.
