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Recommended Uses For Product | Streaming, Singing |
Brand | Rode |
Model Name | Rode NTG2 Battery or Phantom Powered Condenser Shotgun Microphone |
Connectivity Technology | XLR |
Connector Type | XLR |
Special Feature | Microphone |
Compatible Devices | Television |
Color | Black |
Included Components | microphone |
Polar Pattern | Super Cardioid |
About this item
- Directional Shotgun Condenser Microphone with Battery/Phantom Power Option
- Windscreen
- Zip Pouch
- St Mount
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Sound quality | 4.3 | 4.5 | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.0 |
Value for money | 4.3 | 4.5 | 4.0 | 4.5 | 4.0 |
Noise cancellation | — | 4.3 | 4.1 | 4.5 | — |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Sales For You | Amazon.com | SOUNDSGREAT | PROCAM |
power source | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Corded Electric | Battery Powered | Battery Powered |
connectivity tech | XLR | XLR | USB | XLR | Bluetooth |
connector type | XLR | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack, USB | XLR | USB Type-C |
model number | NTG2 | VideoMicro II | VMGOII | BY BM6060L | WIPRO |
battery quantity | 1 aa | — | 1 unknown | — | 3 lithium polymer, 3 lithium ion, 1 product specific |
audio sensitivity | -36 decibels | 30 decibels | 38 decibels | 3 decibels | 123.5 decibels |
noise level | 94 decibels | — | — | 80 decibels | 22 decibels |
signal-to-noise ratio | 76 decibels | 78 decibels | 79 decibels | 80 decibels | 72 decibels |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 0.88 x 0.88 x 11 inches |
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Item Weight | 5.8 ounces |
ASIN | B00093ESSI |
Item model number | NTG2 |
Batteries | 1 AA batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #6,148 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #107 in Multipurpose Condenser Microphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | April 13, 2004 |
Manufacturer | RØDE Microphones |
Language | English |
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Rode NTG2 Condenser Shotgun Microphone.
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Customers like the frequency range and clarity of the microphone. They mention that it gives crisp broadcast quality without needing to do anything really. They appreciate the high-quality construction, reliable performance, and impressive sound quality. They also like the value for money, saying it's an affordable launching point to learning solid audio recording. Customers are also impressed with the sound quality, saying that it effectively isolates noises off to the side.
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Customers generally like the sound quality of the microphone. They mention that it's a solid mic, that effectively isolates noises off to the side, and does a small amount of voice de-essing and de-popping. Overall, customers find the microphone to be a great way to improve your videos by getting better audio.
"...for its reasonable price, good performance, and as a great way to improve your videos by getting better audio." Read more
"...It's a great mic for voice overs. It easily rivals more expensive and professional condenser microphones...." Read more
"...has a supercardioid polar pattern, meaning that it proficiently isolates noises off to the side, but will pick up everything in front..." Read more
"...It has good sound quality, and the ability to use a AA battery for phantom power is a bonus...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the microphone. They mention that it works well, has great sound quality, and is a great way to improve audio quality. Some say that the sound is on point and picks up what they need it to. Overall, customers are happy with the product's performance and recommend it to others.
"...I can also confirm it works good with phantom power and with a battery. I noticed about a 12db gain using 48v phantom power with my unit...." Read more
"...I highly recommend this entire outfit for its reasonable price, good performance, and as a great way to improve your videos by getting better audio." Read more
"So far it works great! I am using this mic for my YouTube channel. Would recommend for any one doing "low budget-ish" production...." Read more
"...I've also run it through a Yamaha MW10C USB mixer. The mic works very well for my purposes as a source for e-Learning narration...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the microphone. They mention that it's a high-quality product, sturdy, and impressive. It's reliable and clean sounding.
"...-As you'd expect for something in this price range, it's immediately more solid and hefty in the hand than something like a USB mic...." Read more
"...The sound is amazing. The quality is superb...." Read more
"...The build quality of this mic looks pretty good and it comes with a decent wind screen and a mic clip...." Read more
"Fine piece of equipment, bought this for a professional film and video location sound engineer and he's had lot of good things to say...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the microphone. For example, they say it's an affordable launching point to learning solid audio recording, and is excellent for low-budget productions.
"...I highly recommend this entire outfit for its reasonable price, good performance, and as a great way to improve your videos by getting better audio." Read more
"...get better at AV, I'd recommend using this mic as an affordable launching point to learning solid audio recording techniques...." Read more
"...Has great pickup for the price, but does have some flaws...." Read more
"A good mic for the price. As others have noted about condensers, however, they pick up everything...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the range frequency response of the microphone. They mention that the frequency range and clarity is superb, it maintains full range frequency responsiveness, and it gives crisp broadcast quality.
"...better than my prior shotgun mic the Azden SGM-1X. The frequency response is so realistic, and it's not missing the mid-highs that some of the other..." Read more
"...This mic gives me crisp broadcast quality without needing to do anything really." Read more
"...small amount of voice de-essing and de-popping while maintaining full range frequency response...." Read more
"...I use these with a Zoom H4N and the signal is pretty week without any sort of preamp...." Read more
Customers like the video of the microphone. They mention that it is a great shotgun mic, perfect for shooting interview videos, and live interviews and music videos. Some customers also say that the camera is great, but has a really lousy built-in microphone.
"...The camera is great, but has a really lousy built-in microphone. When I added the Rode shotgun mic the audio was as professional as the video...." Read more
"Great boom mic, perfect for live interviews and music videos. Make sure to pick up a boomstick with this mic to increase it usability." Read more
"A great shotgun mic! Perfect for shooting interview videos. Great flawless pickup." Read more
"Great for DSLR Video..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the battery power of the microphone. They mention that it has AA battery power, which allows them to bypass the noisy phantom power. Customers also appreciate the ability to use a AA-sized battery for phantasm power, and the sound quality is good.
"...It has good sound quality, and the ability to use a AA battery for phantom power is a bonus...." Read more
"Really like this NTG2 microphone due to it being able to use an AA Battery or Phantom power and the directional is just that mostly blocks noise..." Read more
"Wow!! This is an excellent microphone. Because of the AA battery power, I can bypass the noisy phantom power on my board, and deliver a noiseless..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the directional feature of the microphone. They mention that it is quite directional for how short it is and very clear.
"...I also like its directionality. It is very good at muffling noises behind it...." Read more
"Very nice directional mike. I can pick up a voice at normal room volume within 6-8 ft with minimal background noise...." Read more
"Great mic we've used a lot in the past. It's quite directional for how short it is and it's very clear...." Read more
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This does not impact my rating because it is seller related, but I wanted others to know.
I purchased this from seller "Kellards" as a used unit. The description says "Minor Dented Box. Full manufactures Warranty 100% CUSTOMER SATISFACTION". I interpreted (rightly so in my eyes) "full manufacturer warranty" as meaning the full 10 year warranty was included. You get a 1 year warranty regardless, but if you register through Rode's website, you get a 10 year warranty.
While trying to register, I was unable to find Kellards as an authorized dealer. I contacted Rode support to see what the deal was and if I could get the warranty. I was instructed by Rode to select the seller as amazon.com. I did so and completed my registration. I do not know if this was a special privilege they extended because I was contacting them concerned or if it's just "the way" to do it. I do know that the website is very specific about selecting the particular vendor when buying from amazon while registering.
In my case, I've printed and documented everything just in case my mic fails past the 1 year warranty and they try to claim I didn't buy it from an authorized retailer. I want you guys to be aware so that if you're very concerned about getting the 10 year warranty and you don't buy directly from amazon, you can at least know that's something you will want to research prior to your purchase. You can contact Rode by going to their website at rodemic.com (where you register for your warranty).
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This microphone is worlds better than my prior shotgun mic the Azden SGM-1X. The frequency response is so realistic, and it's not missing the mid-highs that some of the other cheaper shotgun mics are (this is considered a cheap shotgun mic for those wondering... not talking about the sub-$100 pieces of trash).
I have no problems with the mic, and I'm glad I got it. I don't know if I can really add to what's already been said. I can confirm the mic clip it comes with is crazy snug (feels like I was going to break something the first time the mic in the clip). I can also confirm it works good with phantom power and with a battery. I noticed about a 12db gain using 48v phantom power with my unit. Not sure if they are all like that, but good to know if you're having trouble with getting good enough volume out of it.
This mic does pair well with the zoom h4n, but expect to have to boost your levels by up to 24db in post to get usable audio if you're booming from more than a foot away from the actor's mouth (!Note! This is true for basically all shotgun microphones with the zoom h4n and not exclusive to the rode NTG-2). I strongly recommend using a preamp with this microphone, such as the ART USB preamp. Matter of fact, I'd recommend first getting this microphone with the ART USB preamp, then connecting it directly to your camera through the preamp. Then get the H4N when the funds are available if you are using this primarily for DSLR/dual system filming like myself.
Remember that if there is ANY breeze at all (you can feel the air moving, any) it will be picked up with the included windscreen. A deadcat is a must. I couldn't afford one at the time of purchase and thought I could get away with an outside shoot without it... I turned out to be wrong sadly, a lot of the audio was unusable and being a live event there were no retakes. Don't make my same mistake!
Hope this helps somebody! :)
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You get a very nice leather pouch with it and a mount (not shockproofed) with a 3/4" screw thread.
For low-budget creators, the NTG2 is a great option for capturing good quality, near-professional audio. Its directional pick-up pattern is spot on. For me, this is a market game-changer that will/has forced competitors to rethink the price point of their own microphones.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 15, 2022
You get a very nice leather pouch with it and a mount (not shockproofed) with a 3/4" screw thread.
For low-budget creators, the NTG2 is a great option for capturing good quality, near-professional audio. Its directional pick-up pattern is spot on. For me, this is a market game-changer that will/has forced competitors to rethink the price point of their own microphones.