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Rode VideoMic Pro R

Camera-mount shotgun mic, common on-camera pick for vlogging. Summarised automatically from public product information.

Creators cited with it
5
From 17 reports.
Released
2016
Last reported .
Reviewers
Praised for sound quality
From 2 reviews. What they said

$229.00

Checked Oct 13, 2026. Verify at the retailer.

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  • “I'll let you guys decide for yourself what you think of the audio quality between the internal mic on here and the RODE VideoMic Pro+. I think it just sounds fuller and also much more directional.”
    Potato JetWatch the video at 8:32
  • “…so let's talk about the Rode VideoMic Pro and why I won't be using it anymore and some alternatives and why I would recommend other alternatives”
    DSLR Video ShooterWatch the video at 1:58

3 more creators cited with it, listed below.

What reviewers say

Based on 2 reviews (0 press, 2 video), newest October 2024

What YouTube reviews of the Rode VideoMic Pro R judged, by what buyers compare. Open any line for the quotes behind it.

Where it shines

  • Sound quality
  • Sound qualityRated highly: Reviewers rate it highly.Low noise floor, crisp, big upgrade over built-in camera audio.2 reviews›

    Praise (4)

    • “it's got a pretty good noise floor so it's pretty quiet when the when it's silent”

      VideoMichael Ronin, Michael · March 2016Watch at 3:23

    • “this microphone definitely makes a massive difference”

      VideoMichael Ronin, Michael · March 2016Watch at 3:19

    • “a great sounding microphone”

      VideoShouldigetit2 · October 2024Watch at 0:52

    • “crisp audio for all of my videos”

      VideoShouldigetit2 · October 2024Watch at 0:12

  • Noise handlingNot covered by enough reviews
  • Ease of useNot covered by enough reviews
  • Battery & rangeNot covered by enough reviews
  • Build & handlingNot covered by enough reviews
  • ValueNot covered by enough reviews

A criterion needs at least two reviews from different sources before it gets a verdict.

Price history

  • Oct 13, 2026$229.00
  • Sep 24, 2026$229.00
  • Sep 6, 2026$239.00

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