For mobile video creators in need of a cost-effective and unobtrusive upgrade from their device's built-in mic, the Saramonic Vmic Mini shotgun microphone offers a quality solution that won't impede the flow of work. This lightweight and ultracompact shotgun microphone mounts directly to DSLR, mirrorless, and video cameras, or to smartphones and tablets with an adapter (available separately), and yields considerably improved sound compared to the built-in mics on these devices.

Plug-and-play operation makes it extremely easy to use right out of the box. With no batteries to install or charge, and no buttons or switches to operate, you can immediately start recording your YouTube videos, Facebook Live streams, and interviews, at home or on the go. The Vmic Mini includes two 3.5mm cables—a TRS cable for use with cameras and a TRS to TRRS cable to allow proper hookup to a smartphone or tablet equipped with a headphone jack.

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Though most microphones found in cameras and mobile devices capture sound from all directions, the Vmic Mini features a cardioid pickup pattern that focuses the audio capture in front of the camera while rejecting distracting sounds in the background. The mic has been tuned with a slight bump at 8 kHz, which adds presence and clarity to speech.

With a light, precision-cut aluminum-alloy body and no bulky battery to worry about, the Vmic Mini fits comfortably on your camera without weighing it down. Unlike larger shotgun mics, its compact size is ideal for use with small-format cameras as well as smaller mobile devices, staying out of the way so you can get right in the middle of the action.

A smart feature of the Vmic Mini's design is the robust, integrated shockmount. It helps to isolate the mic from handling noise and vibrations when you're on the move, greatly reducing muddying low-end rumble.

The included bullet-shaped windscreen gives the Vmic Mini a slick and functional look, while blocking wind noise and protecting it from the elements.

The Vmic Mini's integrated, locking shoe mount features a 1/4"-20 thread at the bottom and is ready to attach to your camera, gimbal, tripod, boompole, or stand. With its miniature size, the mic is extremely well-suited for phone mounting using a phone tripod adapter clamp equipped with a cold shoe (available separately).

Since the Vmic Mini operates on plug-in power from your camera, smartphone, or tablet, it requires no batteries. This reduces weight and makes the mic easier to use.

The Vmic Mini includes two 3.5mm cables to ensure easy connectivity with your camera or mobile device.

• Short, coiled right-angle 3.5mm TRS to right-angle 3.5mm TRS cable with gold-plated connectors for connection to the mic input of DSLR and mirrorless cameras
• Short, coiled right-angle 3.5mm TRS to straight 3.5mm TRRS cable with gold-plated connectors for connection to the headphone jack of mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can it be use on Zoom Web Meetings and to stream through YouTube?

A: Yes, the RODE X Streamer X Audio Interface and Video Streaming Console can be used for Zoom Web Meetings and to stream video with audio through YouTube.

Q: 2. How does this fold up?

A: This folds up by twisting it into a figure 8, similar to reflectors.

Q: 3. Will the audio from the Streamer X (Mic input & HDMI input) be merged and seen by the computer as one audio source? Or separate?

A: The audio from the mic input and HDMI input on the RODE X Streamer X Audio Interface and Video Streaming Console will not be merged and will show on the computer as separate audio sources.

Q: 4. I know this reads video files would it be possible to read a PDF on this from a flash drive or SD card?

A: No it will not read a .pdf file.

Q: 5. Is there an inherent benefit to add this device if you already installed an HDMI capture card, other than the gain control?

A: The RODE X Streamer X functions as both a capture device and an audio interface, allowing you to connect professional XLR microphones to your computer. If you are interested in the audio interface capability, but not the video streaming features, then perhaps an audio interface such as BH #FOSCARSOLO3G would be more appropriate.

Q: 6. Will the audio from the XLR input merge with, replace or be muted in the HDMI output?

A: The RODE X Streamer's XLR input is intended to be used with a microphone, which will be mixed with the main audio feed.

Q: 7. can the steamer X connect directly to either the duo and or the rodecaster pro 2? perhaps via usb? looking to take each new item to next level

A: No, it is not possible to connect the RODE X Streamer X Audio Interface and Video Streaming Console together with the RODECaster Pro II Integrated Audio Production Studio. They cannot connect via USB.

Q: 8. So this will allow recording a video/audio signal from one computer by another computer?

A: Yes. According to RODE, the Streamer X Audio Interface and Video Streaming Console will send audio and video signal out via USB and it can be connected to a second computer to record the audio and video.

Q: 9. Can this record internally or directly to a SSD without connecting to a computer?

A: No. The RODE X Streamer X Audio Interface and Video Streaming Console does not have the ability to record internally or directly to an SSD without connecting to a computer. The purpose of this device is to enable livestreaming with a computer.

Q: 10. Can a USB-C microphone be plugged in and used via the USB ports?

A: No, the RODE X Streamer X Audio Interface and Video Streaming Console cannot be used with USB microphones.