RØDE VideoMicro II
A beginner-tier ultra-compact shotgun that needs no battery — it draws plug-in power and records as soon as you connect it via 3.5mm TRS or TRRS. That simplicity is the appeal for the smallest run-and-gun setups. Skip it if your camera or phone jack lacks plug-in power, or if you're on a USB-only setup; it's a no-fuss starter mic.
Specifications
| Spec | Value | Verification |
|---|---|---|
| mic type | shotgun | high confidence |
| connection | 3.5mm_trs, 3.5mm_trrs | high confidence |
| phantom power required | no | high confidence |
3/3 specs sourced. Amber rows are unverified — we show them as reported, not confirmed.
Best for
- Ultra-compact starter mic — no battery, plug in and record
Who should skip this
- Cameras/phones whose 3.5mm jack lacks plug-in power
- USB-only setups
Compatibility
No platform-specific compatibility requirements — this works in any standard photo / video setup.
Upgrade path
Outgrow it and the Sennheiser MKE 600 is the natural next step up in microphones. See it →
Sources (4 · 3 high-confidence)
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- primaryRØDE — VideoMicro II product pagemanufacturer · high
- productAdorama — RODE VideoMicro II, $79retailer · medium
- connection3.5mm TRS-TRS (camera) + TRS-TRRS (phone) cables included per RØDEmanufacturer · high
- mic_typeTrue supercardioid shotgun per RØDEmanufacturer · high