Boom Mic

[Phil Balsdon]

I’ve been using a Rode VideoMic Pro as a camera top mike, works well and there’s an inexpensive wind jammer available.
Got some amazing results in demanding positions.

When working with a boom pole mounted mike and no dedicated sound recordist I’ve been using Rode NTG 2 (normally with a Sennheiser plug on transmitter and a receiver on the camera). This way journalist, reporter or producer can roam with the mike on a grip free from cables. It would also be possible with a little ingenuity to adapt the Rode VideoMic Pro to this as it has its own built in shock mount.

I think I chose the Rode VideoMic Pro over the Sennheisser MKE 400 because of the quality of the shock mount systems, the mics are similarly priced and in performance quality.

Cinematographer, Steadicam Operator, Final Cut Pro Post Production.
https://philming.com.au
https://www.steadi-onfilms.com.au/

[Fernando Bobadilla]

Nice – thank you..

How’s the noise on that mic?

I know some are more noisy than others… in capturing raw sound.

Thanks,

Fernando

[Stephanie Joan]

When I was shopping for inexpensive mics, my three choices were the Audio-Technica AT-897, the Sennheiser ME66, and the Rode NTG 3. There are countless shootouts on the web between these three mics, and after a lot of thought (and listening) I decided on the Rode for its fuller sound over the Sennheiser and AT.

Do a search on the Google for “NTG 3” “me66” AT897 comparison. You’ll find a ton of blog posts, forum posts, and shootout videos to help you make your decision. Here’s one good link to get you started:

https://nofilmschool.com/2011/02/choosing-high-quality-shotgun-mic-rode/

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Stephanie S.
https://www.theculinarylife.com