Rode announced today the VideoMic HD that has integrated digital recording and is designed for use with DSLR and video cameras. The basic specs:
- Integrated digital recorder (microSDHC)
- RF-bias, true condenser shotgun microphone (based on RØDE NTG3 technology)
- Line and Mic (mixer) inputs (with 'plug-in' power)
- High level headphone amplifier for monitoring
- Three-level High Pass Filter (0, 75Hz, 150Hz)
- Integrated Blimp wind protection and shock mounting
- Multi mode outputs (Dual mono/split 0db and -10db for auto safety/dual mono + 20dB)
- High frequency 'boost' switch for increased intelligibility at distance miking
- Utra-lightweight metal casing
- Quick release mounting system
- MicroSD card for storage
- MicroUSB port
- Integrated headphone jack with level control