The Countryman Isomax 2 All Purpose Microphone is a miniature and versatile favorite that is well suited for capturing instruments, choir groups, stage performances, ambient audio and much more. The Isomax 2 delivers excellent gain before feedback for maximum performance and minimal noise on stage and in noisy environments.

As an instrument microphone, the Isomax 2 captures brass, strings, percussion and wind instruments with pristine results. For capturing ambiance and group vocals, the microphone rejects off-axis noise and feedback with exceptional results.

A wide variety of connections are available for use with various wireless transmitters. This version features a standard 3-pin XLR connector attached to a 10' long cable.

Miniature and Versatile    10' Cable with 3-pin XLR Connection    -40dB Headroom    Omnidirectional

The Isomax-2 All Purpose Microphone is designed to effectively capture instruments and vocals in both recording and sound reinforcement.

The -40dB headroom provides increased sensitivity for capturing signals that are more distant. This sensitivity is ideal for capturing choirs, stage audio, ambiance, etc.

The omnidirectional polar pattern provides a generous pick up area at the perimeter of the capsule. This pattern is ideal for capturing ambiance, and vocal groups.

A wide frequency response and low signal-to-noise ratio result in clean audio reproduction.

The Isomax 2 features an impressive 150dB SPL handling for maximum gain before distortion. This is ideal while close capturing instruments with high transient response.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. My VideoMicro is not functioning on my BlackMagic Pocket Cinema Camera. Are they not compatible?

A: This is for DSLR and you have to be pretty close to your subject with this mic. If you want clean audio for your video this is not for you

Q: 2. is this compatible with the a99?

A: This will not be compatible with the Sony A99.

Q: 3. The specs for this say operating voltage is 3 to 12 V, but the recommended mics for my Pentax K1 Mark ii specifies "Plug-in Power Method 2 v or lower." Does this mean this mic won't work with my Pentax?

A: The specs for the VideoMicro may have changed over time and we will update the information on our website. I checked with Rode and power requirements for the VideoMicro are 2 to 5 VDC so there will not be any compatibility issues using this microphone with your Pentax K1 Mark II camera. Here is a link to Rode's product info page for verification: https://www.rode.com/microphones/videomicro

Q: 4. Does it work with OLYMPUS OMD-EM1?

A: This camera will supply the plug-in power voltage required by this microphone.

Q: 5. Since you can only use it for Analog Audio in every other model - whats the difference? Will the Audio Quality still be as good as the digital audio?

A: thank you for your question. This microphone has digital processing to change the way the microphone picks up audio and connects with a Multi Interface shoe. You will have great sound quality without the hassle of cables to extra components.

Q: 6. Does this mic work with the canon xc10?

A: The Rode VideoMicro Compact On-Camera Microphone will not work with the Canon XC10. The XC10 does not provide plug in power for microphones.

Q: 7. Will this mic work with a dual hot shoe splitter on an a7riii? I want to use it alongside a small video light that has it's own power, so only one side has to be hot for the mic. And does the dual hot shoe need to be specifically for Sony cameras? Thanks for the help.

A: Unfortunately a multi-interface splitter does not exist as far as we have seen. In order to use a microphone along with a light, my best advice would be to select a different microphone that allows a cable to run into the microphone input on the camera. These are two possible microphones that would work in a similar price range. B&H # ROVIDEOMICRO and POSCL1075.

Q: 8. Is this mic compatible with the Sony a7sii?

A: Yes, the Sony ECM-B1M Camera-Mount Digital Shotgun Microphone for Sony Cameras is compatible for use with the Multi Interface Shoe on the Sony a7S II Mirrorless Camera.

Q: 9. Will this work for a Sony a7s?

A: Yes - as long as you have a mic or sound in jack on your camera.

Q: 10. does this work for the Sony A6000?

A: It works beautifully. Extremely happy with it, it's amazing how far away from the camera you can be , it still picks up your voice!