Stereo video microphone by Rode

This product, like the Rode VideoMic (VM), now the world’s biggest selling on camera shotgun microphone, is also destined to become an Industry standard and not only offers the same sound quality & performance as it’s predecessor, but also meets the industry demand for stereo recording.

Now videographers may use true ‘studio’ stereo recording techniques in the field with ease. The X/Y configuration enables the Rode stereo VideoMic (SVM) to capture the true ambience of the recording space, while still offering a high level of rear rejection and low noise.

Fitted with a shoe mount, the SVM has the same low noise circuit design as the VM. The SVM offers 9V battery operation, an LED battery status indicator, a high pass filter switch, and a -10dB pad switch which allows for the mic to be used on most cameras with perfect level control.

You can also use the Rode Stereo VideoMic as a remote mic on a stand, or a RØDE boom pole (Optional Accessory), which truly makes this versatile product well suited for all video applications including Electronic News Gathering (ENG), Weddings, Sports Events & Interviews.

Rode SMV Features:

• Stereo X/Y condenser microphone.
• Broadcast sound quality.
• Rugged cast aluminum body.
• 9V battery operation.
• Custom designed integral windshield.
• Low noise circuitry.
• Low handling noise.
• Integral camera-shoe mount.
• Designed & manufactured in Australia.

Specifications subject to change without notice.

Rode Stereo VideoMic Specifications:

• Acoustic Principle: Gradient
• Directional Pattern: Cardioid.
• Frequency range: 40 Hz ~ 20 000 Hz selectable High Pass Filter (HPF) @ 80 HZ 12 dB/octave.
• Output Impedance: 200 ohms
• Signal/Noise Ratio: 79 dB SPL (A - weighted per IEC651)
• Equivalent Noise: 15 dBA SPL (A - weighted per IEC651)
• Maximum SPL: 130 dB (@ 1kHz, 1% THD)
• Sensitivity: -44 dB re 1V/Pa (6.3 mV/Pa @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 3 dB @ 1kHz
• Dynamic Range: 115 dB SPL (A - weighted per IEC651)
• Power (Supply voltage): 7 mA, 9 V DC Alkaline Battery, (NSI: 1604A or IEC:6LR61).
• Battery Life:>60 hours
• Output Connection: Stereo mini jack plug - ©ª3.5mm.