RØDE Stereo VideoMic Pro Review and Test
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- Опубліковано 14 лип 2012
- This is a review and test of the Rode Stereo VideoMic Pro.
Extended footage with the Rode Stereo VideoMic Pro:
Humboldt Arts Festival 2012 • Humboldt Arts Festival...
Samba da Alegria - Arcata Solar Eclipse Festival 2012 • Samba da Alegria - Arc...
Kenny Ray and the Mighty Rovers at Humboldt Baykeeper • Kenny Ray and the Migh...
Some of the clips have been boosted below 40hz because the mic rolls off at that frequency.
Recorded and edited by Chuck Johnson
www.freakphoto.com
Rode Stereo VideoMic Pro, Nikon D7000, Sigma 17-50 f/2.8 ex dc os hsm, Zoom H1 and a Sony PCM-D50.
Shot at 720p 24fps. Edited in Final Cut Pro X. - Наука та технологія
solid review, wished more people showed this amount of field test examples!
Brilliant! Thanks for capturing such a wide diversity of sounds ;).
Great review no wind noise at all,great base sound at the end and the black and white part you did was great!
You are great, one of the best reviews I've seen in the last time! Thanks :)
I've been thinking about this microphone. Nice demonstration of its audio qualities. Thank you.
Very good review! Best I've seen on youtube so far. =)
Excellent review!! I just purchased one, to capture the sound in my recording studio sessions! I wasn't sure if this would be the right mic, but after seeing this, there is no doubt in my mind!! Thank you so much dude!!
Ordered it as I got to 4 minutes of your video! Thank you for such an AMAZING review.
I just returned the Rode Videomic, because it was awful... the HISS/Noise was ridiculous, and it did not have the 20dB boost to eliminate the hiss.
Much appreciated video!
great review! was searching for some various live footage..... Well I got it :)
Thanks!
Just ordered one having heard the work this did with the fireworks. Cheers for the review!
Best microphone test I've seen (or heard) in a while! Well done! Nothing like getting it out there in real wold situations. I was wondering what they (SVMP/ VMP) would sound like together too!
It's so much more than a great review and test! It's a very good social observation :)
thank you Mr.TRHN! This review saved me much time... I need a to shoot a live gig footage and this seems is the right one.
Thanks for taking the time to post these samples recorded with the Rode stereo videomic pro. I've been researching DSLR microphones for video, and had almost decided on the Tascam TM-2X, but this review has been very instrumental in helping me find the best product to suit my intended purpose for purchasing an external mic. Kudos on posting such a great presentation that has been very helpful and much appreciated!
Fantastic review!
Fantastic review. Thank you! 👍
Rode should seriously be paying you for this demonstration video. Well done and excellent sounds of course.
AMAZING video! WOW!
Thanks for the wonderful info friend. By the way. As a vocalist. I must say you have a great speaking voice. Keep making vids.
Great video. Thanks for the demo. I just ordered one!
a+ video thanks 4 the great work put video together
Neat review, i gotta get one now, thanks.
Great job sir!
Great Video, Great Sound, Great Job!
Great! Just ordered one after viewing your video. Thanks a lot again!
Great Review
Thanks! We were looking for videos on UA-cam on how we may improve the sound quality on our video recordings of live performances. We found your video presentation very informative -your examples are wonderful!
This was the best audio test video I have seen, thank you, you have made my decision much easier! Also wondering if you have a full video of that awesome accordion guy and where I might be able to watch that. I really enjoyed him haha
perfect video
Lovely audio quality.
Great video and great mic. I am buying on today after watching this! I already have a Zoom H6, but for walkabout this looks like a prefect job. And I don't think the "X" at $799 is worth the extra for me.
Thanks for the great quality of this review.
Just got one of these microphones, sounds great hooked up to my Canon T5i. Must have watched 10 different videos and yours was the best for listening.
People asking about settings. What seems to work best on mine, 20+ on the mic, manual audio on camera, move the cursor all the way to the left then tap 7-10 times to the right, zero hiss at those settings for me.
THANKS FOR THE VIDEO, VERY HELPFUL
nice review and clips! I'm visiting the Philippines thinkn about grabbing a mike for recording live sound with my GoPro. I'm quite convinced that this will do a good job after listening to all the music example provided. Ohh yeh, and i know where all these clips r recorded. right in my backyard! I live in Petrolia and realized quickly that most of the clips were recorded in Arcata CA. Thanks!!
Amazing microphone
Great video, very clear... I'm a musician too and this is the best DSLR camera mic i've come across... Gonna order one right now! :)
Muy bueno el video , gracias por compartir
this is definitely high on my list for when it comes time to step up to a better mic
I am thinking about adding this to my Canon HF-M40..I hope it does well directly to the camera. Awesome video.
Hello and thank you for the mic tutorial..It really made me decide to buy this mic versus the shotgun version. Also, how did you get your video to have everything in focus with your dslr. I hope to see more of your great videos...cheers
Totaly awesome review ,one question though have you ever tried video mic stereo X any tips on comparing talking about the the tip,THANK YOU FOR THE BONUS :)
Thanks! It performs very well plugged directly in to most cameras/camcorders. My particular DSLR has a limited frequency response, so I prefer to use an external recorder.
Came for the mic review, stayed for The Dead Milkmen on accordion!!
If i'm in a small rehearsal studio using the mic and my dslr camera, should I record with the drummer and guitar amplified through a speaker but vocals singing to the rode mic or just use the studio rehearsal mic? I'm uncertain what distance to have the rode as well. I'm trying to get as clear vocals as possible recorded. Last time I sang into the rehearsal studio mic with the rode underneath it and it sounded terrible.
Awsome im getting one this is just what i am looking for
Thanks, this video made me decide to opt for the rode stereo mic pro as oppose to the regular video mic pro. The stereo imaging is impressive and sounds so clear. I was wondering, do I need an external device for recording the audio or will I get the same results plugged straight into my camcorder? I have a sony handycam cx360ve by the way.
Hello. During the fireworks, the sound was a bit....well, muffled exept for the explosions. But the sound was not picked up in a way that (from my guess) a firework use to sound. Is there a limitation in sound pressure on this microphone, or does it have do to with the settings? Thank you for a nice video! =)
What are your in camera and mic settings for the examples in the video?
Hi, for recording race cars on beside the track and also use record sound of live music from small/medium club which mic do i need? Stereo o or monoshotgun version? Thanks..
Thanks!!!
Is this good for record sound(with dslr) in a very loud techno festival?
I just purchased this mic and unfortunately will not get to practice with it much as a band I like is going to be playing near us soon. I will be using with the Sony a7IV mirrorless camera. They are a large 15 piece brass band, am I likely going to be best off setting at +20 to skip the camera pre-amp? Thanks @theredheadnerd.
can it be used to record vocals like blue yeti?
I had a look at the specs. Its the same great mic we know, but cradled in a more compact suspension to suit smaller format HD camera. Brilliant move from Røde.
would this mic be good for heavvy metal concerts? I have SOny FDR AX 33 camcoder.
What settings did you use?
Great review! Etremely useful. Thanks for putting so much effort into it! I notice you were using the Nikon D7000 to shoot the videos but you recorded onto the Sony D50.
I might not be able to afford an external recorder for now, do you have experience with directly plugging it into the D7000?
Thanks!
The D7000 has limited audio quality. Most newer cameras will sound fine with the mic plugged straight in.
I bought this stereo mic for my canon 6d dslr, directly into the dslr
Sounds great enough, thanks!
Hey thanks! My voice was recorded with the H1 and the band was recorded with the Sony. With the Rode as a front end on either of the recorders, there isn't really a sonically discernable difference.
I am looking for a mic like this Rode to put on a Panasonic HC V770 camcorder I am going to have. Will this Rode adapt to this model ?
I'm trying to understand how you had this setup. Did you have the Rode mounted onto the camera or was it on a boom pole? The mic wire from the Rhode was plugged into the "mic in" port on the Sony PCM-D50? Was the PCM-D50 mounted onto the camera or you somehow carried it separate. Did you let the camera mic also record using its mic and later replace the video audio with the PCM-D50 audio while syncing it with the video? Wish this was shown. I'm thinking of trying this on a Nikon D5200.
Great Review! I just bought the mic and this video convinced me to. But I'm still figuring out when to use which setting on the mic it self. What are the settings U use on a daily basis? And what setting while talking on it like you do in the beginning of this review?
Hey there, I'm glad I found this video - I'm in the market for a new mic as I've started getting into recording local bands, but have an issue with my current Azden directional mic: I find that when I record, I need to be in front of the speakers to get decent sound, but most of my recording takes place in front of the stage - often between or behind the speakers.
How well would you think this Rode mic would compensate for that? Will it pick up speaker sound from behind me/to the sides to complement what it records from the front/the foldbacks?
Here's hoping you're still checking comments!
Particularly vocals, if you have experience with those as well!
Would the quaity downgrade a lot if i just use the Stereo videomic pro conected to the camera to record sound?
How come no reviews show when to use certain settings like high pass filter with or without other db settings?
Wow, I love your test sites. You captured it all in your review. I'm glad my interest in buying this product will be perfect for my purpose. Great video, Thank you @theredheadnerd
Hi! how dose this mic works in real high music from like cars, conserts etc?
what do you think of this compared to the Rode SVM condenser mic
Thank you!
Thanks! I have a nikon D600, did a test yesterday with white noise pc output connected to my input on the camera. I analyzed the recorded spectrum with an analyzer and it seems to record from 30-40 HZ to 21-22kHz at 16bit - 48kzh stereo. So the D600 doesn't have the limited limited frequency response of the D7000 it seems. Will I get the same quality recording you have, without a separate recorder or am I missing something here?
Do u recommend disabling the SLR auto gain, drop it low and turn on the +20db? I'm going to record a concert next weekend on the new EOS-M.
How did you sync your video and audio? I assume they were recorded seperately because you used the PCM d50. Thanks!
Hi there, great video - I wondered what kind of stabilization you used for the D7000 while recording video. Do you have very stable hands or were you using some kind of brace? Also, for focusing, how do you have your camera setup. Any response is appreciated, thanks!
Thanks! I was using a cheap shoulder mount/grip and using my other hand to focus.
Anyone knows which one is better to record concerts, Nokia Rich Recording in Lumia 1020 or Rode Stereo Videomic Pro? There are no tests between them
did you like edit the audio cause that sounds nearly perfect. Almost like a NTG 2 or NTG 3
Sounds close to studio quality with the funk band
good bonus xD
What an amazing sound! And you did absolutely no post production on the sound?
I'm just trying to get a used one with my low budget :S
Hi, amazing video! Was your voice recorded with the H1 or the Sony PCM-D50?
And same question for the first band, that sound is the best! Thanks a lot.
You should put an affiliate link to somewhere on here because I just bought the videomic pro through Guitar Center from watching this video. And great job, thank you!
Thanks, I was just considering using a VMP to record straight to my camera while also using a SVMP/portable recorder at the same time. They could even all fit on my hotshoe...
Which settings did you used for the Fireworks footage?
Because it sounds a bit muffled.
Btw, thanks for this great video. Very informative!
Is it true that if you plug this Mic. directly into your DSLR the sound will be inferior to your set up as I understand that you are plugged into the Sony PCM AUDIO recorder. I've just purchased a Zoom H6 audio recorder which is far superior to the Rode but may need to work lighter on run and gun projects but the problem I'm having is induced camera hiss, even when the camera is set to it's lowest audio pre amp setting of level 1 on the Panasonic GH2..
Do you think this microphone would be able to handle much louder scenarios? Such as front row at a rock concert?
Sorry, think I may have it, but what sound levels did u have your DB settings on the microphone and also on your camera?
Fabulous mic. If I didn't just buy the video mic pro I might have gone for this one. It really handled the musicians well, but the fireworks sounded very compressed like muted pops and no dynamics there.
Oh and I just ordered one, cheers. Should do a good job of picking up the sights and sounds of India come end of the year.
Hello sir,I have a Rode Videomic (not a pro one) who i attach directly to my camera. I have only bought it a few days ago and shot an event with it,with live drummers,like in your video,but with me the sound is very,very distorted,do you know why?and how to overcome? I use a canon 550D. Thank you!!
I think I have access to a VMP, so I might be able to put something together. I have other videos that I am currently working on for both of my UA-cam channels. They are different types of mics, though. The VMP is more directional, which helps in pinpointing what you want to capture, where the SVMP is more "all-encompassing." Although both are sweet mics that can pull double duty and then some.
what music style is the country-ish one?
Thanks! Rode should pay you... I bought the mic after seeing your video. It sounds good, but I think the way you did the audio (external) makes for a better sound... I'll have to try what you did.
You can put it anywhere and extend the cable to plug it in to the H1, which will eliminate the handling noise. The H1 will most likely capture the sound of the Rode better than any camera.
What's the difference with this Pro vs the older version? Did they use a new improved mic capsule or just the addition of the +20dB? Anyhow, the 12:54 bonus made it worth the watch. ;-)
Thanks for the vid.. just wonder why would you use a Sony recorder if you can just put the jack straight into the cam? I'm thinking to get one for my Canon 5D.. recording acoustic guitar ;) I'm not into video making.. but wish for a decent sounds quality when recording guitar and other music plays.. just like in your vid ;)
Thanks! The Zoom H1 has been great as far as audio quality goes. I don't really like the ergonomics of it, but it does sound good and it it is cheap!
I think the problem is not with the mic, but what you have it plugged into.
The Rode can capture very high spl. What are you recording with?
I want to record some live acoustic performance outdoors (voice and guitars), and I want to buy a mic for that, so I'm beetwen the RODE NTG2 shotgun or a RODE Stereo videomic Pro, I actually don't know witch one is best for this type of performance? HELP please!
If i attach this to a sony cx730e without using the PCM d50, what will the sound quality be like?
really nice sound ! by the way what's the name of the band at 9:44 ? the woman singer has a really great voice !
Im sold
Hi there. I record live acoustic music on a Canon HD camcorder, I keep hearing people talking about using this with a DSLR but how will it handle just being plugged directly into a camcorder?
Many thanks for your video, best one about this mic that I have seen (and I have seen a lot).