Rode SVMX Broadcast-Grade Stereo On-Camera Microphone
Rode SVMX Broadcast-Grade Stereo On-Camera Microphone
For capturing audio the Stereo VideoMic X by RODE Microphones offers professional quality. It can be used as an on-camera mic in various environments, for applications such as interviews, weddings, sports and nature shoots, and more. It features a matched pair of 1/2″ condenser capsules configured in a stacked X-Y configuration with cardioid polar patterns, a 40 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response, and 9V battery or 48V phantom power. It is built with a balanced mini XLR (TA3F) output connector, and an unbalanced 1/8″ output stereo mini jack plug. The Stereo VideoMic X can deliver professional-grade audio and gets the job done when capturing audio in various environments. The VideoMic features digital switching on the rear that allows the user to control level adjustment, high-pass filter, and high-frequency boost to increase intelligibility of dialogue. The enclosure is constructed of a lightweight aluminum, and, inside the enclosure, the capsules are supported by the Rycote Lyre shock-mounting system, providing isolation from vibration as well as knocks and bumps. In addition, a pop shield and wind shield is included.
Features:
- Acoustically matched true condenser capsules
- Rycote Lyre onboard shock mounting to isolate from knocks and bumps
- Balanced professional XLR outputs, and unbalanced 1/8″ stereo mini-jack outputs are provided
- Rugged metal construction insures durability
- Three step high-pass filter (0, 75 Hz, 150 Hz)
- Three position level control (-10dB, 0dB, +20dB)
- High frequency boost (+6dB)
- LED power on/low battery indicator
- 10 Year Warranty* (Note: *Online registration required)
Specifications:
- Form Factor: Camera-Mount / Stand/Boom Mount
- Sound Field: Stereo
- Stereo/Surround Configuration: X/Y
- Operating Principle: Pressure Gradient
- Capsule: 2 x Condenser
- Diaphragm: 0.5″ / 12.7 mm
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid
- Orientation: End Address
- Circuitry: Solid-State
- Pad: None
- High-Pass Filter:
- 75 Hz
- 150 Hz
- Tone Adjustment:
- High Boost: +6 dB at 3 kHz
- Gain Adjustment: -10 dB to +20 dB
- Indicators:
- 1 x Single LED (Power, Status)
- 8 x Single LED (Status)
- On-Board Controls: Gain/Sensitivity, High-Pass Filter, HF, On/Off
- Windscreen: Foam, Windsock/Windjammer (Included)
- Performance:
- Frequency Range: 40 Hz to 20 kHz
- Maximum SPL: 143 dB SPL
- Off-Axis Rejection:
- 3 dB at 60°
- 10 dB at 120°
- 22 dB at 180°
- Impedance: 200 Ohms
- Sensitivity: -32 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz
- Dynamic Range: 131 dB
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 82 dB A-Weighted
- Equivalent Noise Level: 12 dB A-Weighted
- Connectivity:
- Output Connectors (Analog):
- 2 x TA3F 3-Pin Female (on Mic)
- 1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm TRS Female (on Mic)
- Headphone Connector: None
- Cable Length: 6.7 to 15.7″ / 17 to 40 cm (Coiled)
- Output Connectors (Analog):
- Power:
- Operating Voltage:
- 48 V (Phantom Power)
- 9 V (Battery Power)
- Battery Type: 1 x 9 V
- Approximate Battery Life: 30 Hours
- Operating Voltage:
- Physical:
- Mounting: Camera/Shoe-Mount (via Integrated Hardware)
- Mounting Thread Size: 3/8″-16 Female
- Construction Material: Aluminum
- Dimensions: H: 3.9 x W: 4 x L: 4.6″ / H: 10 x W: 10.2 x L: 11.8 cm
- Weight: 10.6 oz / 300 g (Microphone)
- Packaging Info:
- Package Weight: 3.07 lb
- Box Dimensions (LxWxH): 9.3 x 8.9 x 5″
