Best Mic For YouTube? Rode VideoMic GO II, VideoMicro, or VideoMic Pro+
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- Опубликовано: 27 июл 2024
- I recently got the Rode VideoMic GO II, and I've had the Rode VideoMic Pro+ for a few years, and the Rode VideoMicro for maybe 6 months or so. So I wanted to hear the difference between them and help you guys out if you were considering any of the rode mics for vlogging, so you could figure out which to get in your budget.
Whilst I was testing the mics I had the camera audio record levels set to 15 as the Rode VideoMicro and the Rode VideoMic GO II have no switches on them to boost the levels, unlike the Rode VideoMic Pro+. So because I was recording into both audio channels of the camera with a TRS splitter cable, I had to keep the audio record levels at 15 when using the Pro+ as well, but normally I would set this to 1.
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** VIDEO CHAPTERS **
00:00 - Rode Microphones Intro
00:52 - Rode VideoMic GO II vs Rode VideoMicro
01:22 - Rode VideoMic Pro+ vs Rode VideoMic GO II
02:05 - Rode VideoMicro vs Rode VideoMic Pro+
02:26 - About the Rode Microphones
03:27 - What Cameras To Use Them With
03:53 - Final Thoughts
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Pro+ almost sounded slightly muffled compared to Go II. I think they did amazing things with the Go II. I'll be getting one for sure. Thank you for the great comparison!
You're welcome 😊 Yeah the GO II is great.
Exactly the video I was loking for! I wanted a comparison of exactly these three mics done in the last few months, so this was perfect.
I enjoyed the way you contrasted the mics on the fly too. Excellent stuff, thanks!
You're welcome. I'm glad it was really useful for you 😊
This was great! I really appreciate how thorough you were
Thanks 😊
This was a good comparison. I already have the Rode Video Mic Pro Plus as well as the Rode Video Micro. I am considering the Go II as my travel mic, as the Pro Plus is a bit large for travel, and the Micro doesn't sound as good. This video was helpful. Thank you!
You're welcome 😊
Ahh thank you so much, what an excellent comparison! Super helpful, will get the VideoMic GO II :) Yay!
😁 No problem.
Great video, going back and forth was super helpful!
Thanks! 😊
thank you for this, was a great video and helped me in my decision of the GOii.
Awesome! Glad it helped 😁
I bought the NTG and the best features are the safe recording track and being able to adjust the volume with the dial at the back, and it powers up when the camera is turned on, perfect for run and gun. Of course the quality of the sound is amazing. Worth the extra money.
A safety track on mics is a lifesaver.
The versatility of the Rode VideoMic GO II for the price is INCREDIBLE. You have a shotgun mic, podcast mic and smartphone mic all in one. Amazing for any content creation you wanna do!
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Congratulations!!!😍😍❤ #youtubeblack class of 2022!😍🎊🎊🎊
Thank you! 😁😁
thanks for this, I was trying to decide if I wanted to upgrade from the micro the micro II
I'd say if you can it's definitely worth the upgrade.
Another great, informative video with few funny bits here and there !
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Awesome Comparison! Thank you a lot Tamara! Very useful for my decision of what mic i should buy
No problem. I’m glad it was helpful ☺️
Thank you for doing this comparison! I've got the Rode VideoMic GO II on my shopping cart and ready to click, but I'm hesitating because I plan to use it indoors for my sit-down talking videos. My room's untreated and I'm worried of phasing issues, since it's a shotgun mic.
You're welcome 😊 If you can put the mic on a boom pole and have it as close to your mouth as possible I think that will help.
Phasing issues wont happen unless you use more than 1 mic at the same time. In a untreated room you just need to worry about room reflection which sounds like short echo. Wont be an obvious issue if you have it placed appropriately.
The GO II sounds like a big step above the micro and I like how it's clearer. I think that may be my upgrade from the micro. Thanks for the great comparison - very helpful and to the point!
No problem ☺️
Your out takes are very funny and keeping it real
Haha, thanks 😄
Thank you for this video - short and to the point.
You’re welcome 😊
great video! Thanks!! Please keep on posting content.
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Thanks for this comparison !! Grtz from Belgium!
You're welcome 😊 Hi from the UK 👋🏾
Bought the Go II, hadn't tested it yet. I have a habit of going overboard and was wondering if I should get the Pro+. I definitely will keep the Go II after watching this. Thank you Tamara!
Yeah, the GO II is great.
Fantastic comparision video, thanks!
My pleasure!
I just got this mic, i needed to upgrade. i previously had the movo vxr10, it started glitching 2 years after use. IT WAS TIME, lol. so happy with my choice of getting this mic.
Nice! It's great when you find a piece of gear that you really like.
Thanks for the review Tamara😊 I was considering the VM GO II as an affordable boom mic as I’m gathering equipment for my video recording setup. Is there another mic in this price range that you would recommend over the VM GO II?
It'd be great for that. The other mic in the same price range would be the Sennheiser MKE 200, but I haven't yet tested it against the GO II yet, its on my videos list though 😊
Thank you for this comparison! It's really helpful! If you have to choose one, Rode VideoMic GO II vs Rode Wireless GO II, which one would you choose? for all-in-one purpose, indoor and outdoor. Thanks!
No problem 😊 Which one you choose depends on preference and also how you film your videos. If you're always going to be close to the camera when talking then I personally would choose the shotgun mic, otherwise, if you need to be further away from the camera or turn away from the camera at all then the wireless one would be better.
@@TamaraGabrielUK thank you!
No problem.
Great video, thank you. I have the loan of a Rode pro plus which is excellent and I was tempted to save some money and buy the Video Mic Go II. After watching your video I will be buying the pro plus mic. Thank you.
No problem 😊
I just ordered the go 2, its actually my first mic, hoping it helps my videos sound a lot better - excited 😅
Great choice, it’s a really good mic 😊
Thank you, thank you for this comparison! It's kind of surprising that the Video Mic Go II sounds lovely, I think ....better than The Mic Pro +. It has a deeper sound, but it's a bit muffled somehow? I really like the fact that the battery turns on automatically though.The Micro quite balanced but too far away. I have a Rode NT-USB table mic that I love! I'm looking for a shotgun mic.
No problem 😊 Yeah the VideoMic Go II sounds great. I just got the Sennheiser MKE 400, which sounds amazing so I’ll be comparing that against the Rode VideoMic GO II.
Greetings! I choose a microphone for my phone, for recording a musical instrument, I stopped at the rode videomic go ii and comica vm10 pro. The distance at which the recordings will be made will not always be close. What would you recommend? Is it worth overpaying for Rode?)
The pro+ definitely maintained lower frequencies a LOT better than the GO II. I currently use the original GO in my videos and as someone with a somewhat deep voice the PRO+ might be the move. I alway swatch my footage back and am somewhat frustrated with how my voice sounds higher pitched on camera lol.
Yeah, I also feel like the Pro+ works better for low voices.
Great video. Brilliant,...I just subscribed ;-)
Thanks so much 😁
Great comparison! Do you have any specific setting you change in the GoPro while using the Videomic go II?
Nope, I just plugged it in and used whatever was the default but I plan to try a couple of different settings.
Great 👍. Just what I was looking for a normal person doing comparisons of these mics, I’m looking to get something. I’ve order a elgato ring light and now need a mic. I’m thinking of doing filming with my iPhone 12 Pro Max. What are you using in this. Looks good. On the mic front I kind of prefer the go 2. Seems more defined.
The GO II has become my everyday vlogging mic, it's perfect unless I need a lav mic, then I use the Wireless GO II. In terms of camera, for this video I used the Sony a7s III.
Can the rode videomic pro+ work with my sony zv1?
You read my mind! Looking for a new mic set up.
EDIT: Just realized that this is for the wired mics. Do you know if the Rode Wireless Go II would work well with the Pocket 2? I’m worried that the wired mics might be too bulky and have heard mixed reviews for the wireless version paired with the Pocket 2.
This is a great, well-explained review of the 3 options 👍 Thanks for sharing the audio quality difference between each mic-I could definitely hear a subtle difference. And it’s good to know that the wired mics work well with the Pocket 2. Thank you!
No problem 😊 I haven't tried the Wireless GO II unfortunately, but have also heard mixed things about it with the Pocket 2. Maybe it's time I got one to see for myself. Have you tried just using the wireless transmitter that comes with the Pocket 2? I've used it a few times and the quality is pretty decent.
@@TamaraGabrielUK I’ll have to try out the wireless Go II, as well. I have tried the wireless transmitter with the wireless DJI mic and it works great. That being said, it would be nice to connect 2 mics.
I hope you have a lovely day!
You too! 😊
Thank you !
No problem 🙂
Yes different .
Awesome video! My Rode Videomic Go ii just arrived but when I connect it to the Pocket 2 with the do-it-all handle I get a rattling/clicking noise. I've read some forum posts and there they say the Wifi is the reason why you get this noise. Have you had the same issue? If so, how did you fix it?
I’ve not had that issue with the GO II, a friend of mine did though and it resolved itself after a firmware update.
Nice comparison Tamara! Thanks for the video. I also own a variety of mics from Rode, as well as other brands.I normally use a Rode Videomic for "run and gun" vlogging, but sometimes I use my Rode Wireless II.
The Rode Wireless II is very versatile and the sound quality is excellent. I can use it with its on board microphone or a lav or other mic plugged in to the receiver. Its wireless transmitter means you can use it whether facing the camera or not, up close or 50 feet away. I can even wear and use the Rode Wireless II while operating the camera from the rear. it's great to have choices!
Certainly is great to have choices. I have a wireless transmitter system from Hollyland, its the Lark 150 - great audio quality. I was tempted to get the Wireless GO II when it came out but couldn't justify getting more mics when I have more than I need already! 😆 But I still might get it anyway, even if just to compare.
Micro sounded like it was peaking on siblances ever so slightly. Go 2 sounded better than the Pro+ when it was stationary. The Pro retained more low frequencies. Odd with a skunk tail. The Go 2 would be my choice if I had to use a rode mic so far. Seemed to have a good balanced sound. The Pro sounded better when you were moving with it.
Sounds like one of those perfect examples of you get what you pay for. Thanks for the video.
You're welcome
I prefer the Sound from the GO II just because the Pro+ sounds a little muffled and when I am out and about, I don't really want to mess with the audio in post. So for me the GO II is the better choice
Yeah it’s a great mic, it’s been my go-to for months, that and the Sennheiser MKE 200. Though more recently it’s been the MKE 400.
Girl, what is the mic on boom arm you used...
Pro + can you do voice over n tutorials or should we need usb mic
The mic that I used at the end of the video is the Shure SM7B, it's used a lot for streaming, podcasts, and voiceovers. What type of tutorials do you shoot?
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Listened to headphones, the RODE VIDEOMIC PRO+ is quite more present than the RODE VIDEO MIC GO II
Rode videomic go 2 good for my job 👍😁
100%. It's a great mic. I think it will end up being my go-to for vlogging.
Rode video mic go 2 sounded much more vibrant and natural in my take.
the go II was miles better then the other 2
the pro plus is an old mic with a muffled sound and lots of wind noise even with 2 windshield . . .
so i dont get it why do u say that the pro plus is better then the go II 😅
But seriously
the go II is the best mic that u can get cause u can use it in sooooo many situations and the sound quality is up the with the NTG or at least almost there
RVMPP still the winner in my opinion,
Yeah, it's a great mic.
Can use rode go 2 or rode mic Pro for smartphone