SennheiserProfessional Shotgun Microphone with XLR-3 to 3.5mm Connector for Video Camera/Camcorder, Black (505453)

This is a no brainer. If you're just trying to hide wind and handling noise in order to pick up good ambient sound on a mirrorless camera - this is the solution.At time of purchase it was $64. The tripod alone is $22.Positives:-Wind muff is easy to attach and won't come off accidentally. Tip: attach wind muff after attaching TRS cable and before mounting on camera.-No batteries needed. However, be sure to turn on microphone power in camera menu.Cons: This kit does not come with a lightning or usb-c cable for some smart phones. Adapter fixes that issue.-This is a directional microphone. However, a physically longer directional microphone will easily out perform this microphone.This mic is simply a great simple solution for those of us that want good ambient sound especially in windy conditions.It will not however sound like a long rifle or lapel microphone. Sound clarity depends on microphone placement and is therefore not a criticism of this microphone.

A little shy on the lower frequencies but otherwise a good mic for compact, camera-top use. One can add to the bass frequencies in post production; too much bass can actually be more of a problem to clean up (so I like this balance and use this on-camera mic for a backup reference track).

Great bullet mic and good for phone recordings. Used this for 2 years to record videos and podcasts on my phone. Finally switched to a lapel mic after all this time, but still keep this around and use it when the occasion is right. Definitely solid for a lot of situations. I've used it in windy conditions and near busy roads. It handles both as good as can be expected in harsh conditions.

I wanted a small, inexpensive mic to sit on my desktop and didn't need batteries. This mic is good with the small Manfrotto tripod - it has a small footprint. Sound quality is good, but it does pick up a lot of room noise.If you're plugging into a mixer you will need a TRS transforming adapter to convert the 48v phantom power from your mixer to plug-in power required (2-10v).

Great purchase!! No complaints it does what’s it’s supposed to do ! It’s super easy to use , it require phantom power🔋 so it doesn’t lose charge , clarity is superb , and it fit on all my things

This may be a great microphone for a very reasonable price. But there's just one problem: No instructions. I have never setup or used this kind of microphone before, and I'll also admit that I'm not very mechanically inclined. A set of simple, step-by-step instructions on how to assemble and begin to use this thing would make all the difference in the world.

Quality is there for the price. No complaints. It fits on my Panasonic HC-X2000 camcorder.

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