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Tuesday, Jun 30
Color: Black
Style: NTG2
Configuration: Microphone
Features
- Premium dual-powered shotgun microphone
- Operates from either P48 phantom power or AA battery
- Low noise and full frequency response
- Highly directional
- High-pass filter (80Hz)
- Lightweight and easy to use
Description
Rode NTG2 Condenser Shotgun Microphone.
Recommended Uses For Product: Singing, Streaming
Brand: Rode
Model Name: Rode NTG2 Battery or Phantom Powered Condenser Shotgun Microphone
Connectivity Technology: Wired
Special Feature: Microphone
Color: Black
Included Components: microphone
Polar Pattern: Super Cardioid
Item Weight: 0.36 Pounds
Microphone Form Factor: Microphone Only
Connectivity Technology: Wired
Special Feature: Microphone
Polar Pattern: Super Cardioid
Microphone Form Factor: Microphone Only
Power Source: Battery and phantom power compatible
Number of Batteries: 1 AA batteries required.
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 76 dB
Number of Channels: 1
Frequency Response: 20 KHz
Frequency Range: 20Hz-20kHz
Audible Noise: 94 Decibels
Color: Black
Enclosure Material: Metal
Item Weight: 0.36 Pounds
Item Dimensions: 0.88 x 0.88 x 11 inches
Antenna Location: Singing, Streaming
Brand: Rode
Model Name: Rode NTG2 Battery or Phantom Powered Condenser Shotgun Microphone
Model Number: NTG2
Built-In Media: microphone
Global Trade Identification Number: 70
Manufacturer: RØDE Microphones
UPC: 698813000470
Mfr Part Number: NTG2
Warranty Description: 10 years.
Unit Count: 2.3 Ounce
Item Type Name: Hardware Mount
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**** WARRANTY CAUTION **** This does not impact my rating because it is seller related, but I wanted others to know. I purchased this from seller "Kellards" as a used unit. The description says "Minor Dented Box. Full manufactures Warranty 100% CUSTOMER SATISFACTION". I interpreted (rightly so in my eyes) "full manufacturer warranty" as meaning the full 10 year warranty was included. You get a 1 year warranty regardless, but if you register through Rode's website, you get a 10 year warranty. While trying to register, I was unable to find Kellards as an authorized dealer. I contacted Rode support to see what the deal was and if I could get the warranty. I was instructed by Rode to select the seller as amazon.com. I did so and completed my registration. I do not know if this was a special privilege they extended because I was contacting them concerned or if it's just "the way" to do it. I do know that the website is very specific about selecting the particular vendor when buying from amazon while registering. In my case, I've printed and documented everything just in case my mic fails past the 1 year warranty and they try to claim I didn't buy it from an authorized retailer. I want you guys to be aware so that if you're very concerned about getting the 10 year warranty and you don't buy directly from amazon, you can at least know that's something you will want to research prior to your purchase. You can contact Rode by going to their website at rodemic.com (where you register for your warranty). On to your regularly scheduled review. **** END CAUTION **** This microphone is worlds better than my prior shotgun mic the Azden SGM-1X. The frequency response is so realistic, and it's not missing the mid-highs that some of the other cheaper shotgun mics are (this is considered a cheap shotgun mic for those wondering... not talking about the sub-$100 pieces of trash). I have no problems with the mic, and I'm glad I got it. I don't know if I can really add to what's already been said. I can confirm the mic clip it comes with is crazy snug (feels like I was going to break something the first time the mic in the clip). I can also confirm it works good with phantom power and with a battery. I noticed about a 12db gain using 48v phantom power with my unit. Not sure if they are all like that, but good to know if you're having trouble with getting good enough volume out of it. This mic does pair well with the zoom h4n, but expect to have to boost your levels by up to 24db in post to get usable audio if you're booming from more than a foot away from the actor's mouth (!Note! This is true for basically all shotgun microphones with the zoom h4n and not exclusive to the rode NTG-2). I strongly recommend using a preamp with this microphone, such as the ART USB preamp. Matter of fact, I'd recommend first getting this microphone with the ART USB preamp, then connecting it directly to your camera through the preamp. Then get the H4N when the funds are available if you are using this primarily for DSLR/dual system filming like myself. Remember that if there is ANY breeze at all (you can feel the air moving, any) it will be picked up with the included windscreen. A deadcat is a must. I couldn't afford one at the time of purchase and thought I could get away with an outside shoot without it... I turned out to be wrong sadly, a lot of the audio was unusable and being a live event there were no retakes. Don't make my same mistake! Hope this helps somebody! :)
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Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2013 by Kamel
I haven't really been tickled or impressed by any of the shotgun mics I've tried from Zoom, Rode, or Deity, but this is the best one so far. It has good sound quality, and the ability to use a AA battery for phantom power is a bonus. I like Rode, I have one of their large-diaphragm condenser mics, and so I trust the company. They are attempting to make the best products they can, without a lot of nonsense. There are better shotgun mics out there, but not for the money this one costs. Also, this is truly a classic shotgun mic. There is a large body of work recorded on this mic, and tons of review, so you know what you are getting with this mic-- and that's important when you don't want to gamble on an unknown brand or design.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2021 by Willie V. Hughes
I use the NTG2 as an external micon my Vixia HF G 30 and on my EOS 5D Mark3. The audio is a dramatic improvemen over the built in mic's. You can also record sound when the talen is a good distance away. I use the Rode boom pole. The internal mic's on my equipment might not even record the audio. This mic comes with standard XLR connectors and if you are going to use it with DSLR and or camcorders vyou may have to get a conversion cable from XLR to 3.5mm connectors. One smart thing that Rode did is to have a battery compartment in the mic for external power - that is because Camcorders and DSLR does not supply the power to the mic. The mic is really high quality and packed very well. You get the standard 1 year warrenty - but if you register the NTG2 with rode they will give you 10 years. I highly recommend this product.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2014 by Joseph W. Bendzinski
Bought this back in November but I'm writing this review in April because I wanted to get deeper than first impressions. Additionally, my comments here will be directed at people on the "prosumer" level since it's likely that veterans of audio recording already know what they're looking for and where to find it. I bought this as a journalism student, looking for his first microphone to gather broadcast-quality clips in the field. I use it with a GLS XLR male - XLR female cable to record into a Zoom H5. Physical Product: -As you'd expect for something in this price range, it's immediately more solid and hefty in the hand than something like a USB mic. Even if you won't spend much time looking at it, the matte black coating and small design details (black screws instead of silver) make this a beautiful product. -Unfortunately, the mechanical bass roll-off switch (that allows you to avoid low background noise like the hum that comes from machinery) is not flush with the surface of the mic, but recessed a few millimeters. I understand they didn't want you to accidentally bump it while recording, but this way you need a paperclip, toothpick, or pen to reach in and flip it. I would have liked to seen the switch much shallower so you could use your fingernail. As it is, simply keep a paperclip in your recording bag. -This is a phantom-power mic and if you don't want it to draw power from your recorder (in my case, a Zoom H5,) you can use a AA battery in the mic. Another complaint I have here is that there is no on/off switch, nor can you quickly remove the battery. This means that if you want to conserve your AA between clips, you have to unplug your XLR cable, unscrew the battery housing in the bottom half, remove your battery, and close it back up. It's a rather inelegant process for what is otherwise a very neat product. Sound: -This is where my complaints largely end and my praise begins in earnest. For this middling price (between clearly amateur or clearly professional equipment) you get a VERY clean sound. Like any other piece of AV equipment, the more you practice, the better the sound. -Mic proximity is important: you want to hit a sweet spot between being too close (and getting boomy, right-in-your-ear sound) and too far (like hearing a voice through a pillow.) -Do not hand-hold this mic! You'll hear the movements of your fingers over its body no matter how careful you are (doubly so if you're taking this out into the field and moving about.) Whether you buy a shockmount system or mount it to a boom/mic stand, get separation between you and this mic. -If you envision yourself recording intimate clips in small rooms or doing voice-over, you may want to consider another microphone. This has a supercardioid polar pattern, meaning that it proficiently isolates noises off to the side, but will pick up everything in front (and slightly behind) of it. In small rooms, this means an echo (their voice as it travels to the mic, then again as it bounces off the wall behind them and hits the mic once more.) You can technically treat your room to reduce this or record in your closet, surrounded by clothes to dampen the echo, but you'll still get a quiet hiss and you'd be better off choosing the right gear in the first place. Instead, buy this microphone if you will be going outside and want to clearly hear what someone has to say at a farmer's market. There are very easily better mics within a few hundred dollars, but for its price the NTG2 does more than its job. For people that are looking to seriously get better at AV, I'd recommend using this mic as an affordable launching point to learning solid audio recording techniques. Did I mention you get an awesome sticker?
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Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2015 by Eric H.
I am a full time videographer and a lot of my work revolves around shooting interviews. This mic is EXACTLY what I have been looking for! The audio quality is fantastic. So clean. The mic is a good size and comes with a nice bag too. However, the coolest thing about this mic is that you can spend 5 minutes going to Rode's website and securing a 10 year warranty for FREE! This mic is everything I need for an interview mic and comes at a great price.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2020 by Benjamin DeLaughter
The Rode NTG-2 is now part of my location recording rig that also includes the Rode Blimp suspension system and the Roe boom pole. My video shows the microphone, blimp, and pole as part of the introduction and then the whole rig used to gather some sound. (For an HD version of the video, see my YouTube channel, lenswork4.) No editing of the sound was conducted as part of the video; it is presented exactly as recorded by the mic directly into my Canon XF100 camera. In the video, you'll see the unit in the frame picking up sound from a helicopter on a breezy day, then a few other examples indoors and out. The NTG-2 itself is an excellent mic for recording location sound. It's pick-up pattern is focused enough to use for interviews where you may not be able to control all surrounding noise. You can keep it focused on your subject, especially with the Blimp GREATLY reducing wind noise. I'm now using it to gather "wild" sound to build a library of sound effects used in my productions as well as to improve the quality of my location interviews. The mic also offers dual power, either through the XLR cable or via a AA battery. I highly recommend this entire outfit for its reasonable price, good performance, and as a great way to improve your videos by getting better audio.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2012 by SanNic44
Ok so I was debating on this or the NTG-3. I was completely sold on the NTG-3, until I personally used the NTG-2. A lot of people say you can't tell the difference between mics until you compare. Well that is true, however a lot of people do not record the correct way and then sometimes good mics sound bad and bad mics sound good. I use this in conjunction with my Zoom H6 which has beautiful preamps. The sound is amazing. The quality is superb. I am super happy with this as I know how to use it 'correctly' and have gotten superior results over any other mic I've used in the past. I also use this with the RODE Blimp to cut out all wind noise. Used correctly, this can match the NTG3 quality and results. Save the money and buy this with the RODE Blimp and still save $100
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Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2015 by Kyle M.
So far it works great! I am using this mic for my YouTube channel. Would recommend for any one doing "low budget-ish" production. You can find videos of people testing this mic on YouTube if you want to get an idea of what the quality is like. I use this through a scarlett 2i2 then into my computer and I find that somewhere along my signal flow there is a noticable amount of noise but not too bad. The build quality of this mic looks pretty good and it comes with a decent wind screen and a mic clip. You will have to get your own mic stand and xlr cable if you dont already have some lying around. Hope this review helps!
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Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2014 by Joey