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RODE - VideoMic GO Light Weight On-Camera Microphone
Average customer rating
3
(3 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 3 reviews
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67%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for RODE - VideoMic GO Light Weight On-Camera Microphone
Customer Rating
3
Very simple to use
on March 22, 2021
Posted by: Paul. M.
from Markham, ON
I picked the Rode Videomic GO over the Videomicro because of the perceived larger pick-up range, and because it requires no batteries. The use is very simple indeed, and the sound is a little better than the camera's built-in mics (less background noise).
There are no switches, or volume controls on the Videomic GO, everything needs to be done on the camera.
There are no switches, or volume controls on the Videomic GO, everything needs to be done on the camera.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting bestbuy-ca
Customer Rating
2
Doesn't work with Smart Phones
on October 7, 2021
Posted by: Jessica
from London
I read great reviews for this microphone, but it ended up not working with my Google Pixel 5. This mic comes with a TRS to TRS cable and most smart phones, tablets and laptops need a TRRS cable. You would have to order a trs to trrs cable or a converter cable. I ended up exchanging it for a different brand that came with a trrs cable.
I gave it two stars, because it really should have came with multiple cables (which would have cost them nothing to include) so that you can use it with both a dslr camera as well as any other more modern recording device.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting bestbuy-ca
Customer Rating
4
The easiest Rode Video Mic
on March 20, 2021
Posted by: Paul M.
from Markham, ON
I was a bit skeptical about this model compared to the Rode VideoMicro. I went for it mainly because of its simplicity, and no need to charge or install batteries. Other users have complained about this mic picking up Wi-Fi radio noises (crackles and pops); but I haven't encountered any of such interference (yet). I know there are other (more expensive) models and brands (e.g. Deity); but this Videomic GO is just right for my simple video recording needs.
There isn't even an on-off switch/indicator ... everything is controlled and managed at the camera.
There isn't even an on-off switch/indicator ... everything is controlled and managed at the camera.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting bestbuy-ca