This Pro Co Sound Stereo 1/4" Male to 2 XLR (1 Male, 1 Female) Y-Cable is an insert patch cable that allows a mixing console to send/return signals to an outboard effect processor. The cable is wired as follows: ring on the TRS to pin 2 on the female XLR and tip on the TRS to pin 2 on the male XLR. Pins 1 and 3 are bridged on the XLRs. These are rarely used today, only when the processor uses unbalanced XLR I/Os.

ShowSavers TRS 1/4" connector

Neutrik XLR male and female connectors

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can you recommend any video cameras for this product?

A: I use this with my Nikon d7200 and it works alright but it works better with my canon 70D and even better with my canon C300. I think the best way to go though is to get an external recorder like a Zoom H1 the sound is a lot better than what your camera can capture. Hope this helped!

Q: 2. This doesn't work with my d5200 Nikon camera but it seems to have the correct input thingy, I don't know what is wrong?

A: The Rode VideoMic is compatible with the D5200. It is difficult to determine what your issue may be. You may check the battery is fresh and inserted correctly into the mic, and powered on. You can also check that the cable is fully inserted into the camera, and audio settings are correct in your camera.

Q: 3. Is this particular Rycote suspension sold on its own?

A: Unfortunately the Rycote mount for the VideoMic is not available separately.

Q: 4. Does this work on a Nikon D800?

A: As long as your D800 has a mic input, it'll work. Great mic. I have three of them.

Q: 5. Will this work with the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR?

A: Yes, the RODE VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone is compatible for use with the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR Camera.

Q: 6. Compatible with the Blackmagic cinema camera?

A: If the camera has a 1/8 mini mic input then yes. Most pro cameras have XLR inputs.

Q: 7. compatible with panasonic lumix cameras?

A: Yes. This mic has a 3.5mm male connector and runs on a 9V battery, so will work with any camera that has a 3.5mm mic in jack.

Q: 8. Hi, will this work on a Pentax K3?

A: This microphone is compatible with the Pentax K-3 DSLR camera.

Q: 9. Can this work on a Sony Xperia Z3 Compact cellphone?

A: Hello Simon, if the phone has a TRRS 1/8" connection you would need to get the SC4 as well. The VideoMic comes with a TRS 1/8" cable for DSLRs.

Q: 10. does this work with a nikon d3200 dslr camera?

A: This mic will complement your camera very well. It is fully compatible with the camera's external microphone port.