For vloggers, livestreamers, videographers, and mobile journalists who need a space-saving microphone that provides higher-quality sound capture than their device's built-in mic, the Godox VD-Mic Ultracompact Shotgun Microphone for Camerascamera-mount shotgun microphone offers an ultracompact and affordable solution. It even comes with two cables to allow proper hookup to your camera, portable audio recorder, smartphone, or tablet.

Since the VD-Mic runs on plug-in power (no batteries required) and has no controls to configure, it ensures easy, user-friendly operation for people of all experience levels. The aluminum housing provides durability, light weight, and effective resistance to interference from RF sources. Bundled with a Rycote detachable shoe shockmount, a foam windscreen, and a furry windshield, the VD-Mic helps you attain record audio with less noise from vibrations and wind.

Mobile Journalist, Vlogger, Run & Gun    For Cameras, Mobile Devices & Recorders    Runs on Plug-In Power    Simple Operation with No Controls    3.5mm TRS Output Jack    Detachable Coiled TRS and TRRS Cables    Aluminum Housing Fights RF Disturbance    Ultracompact and Ultralightweight    Furry Windshield Minimizes Wind Noise    Rycote Detachable Shoe Shockmount

The VD-Mic is just 3.1" long and weighs only 1.4 ounces, making it a stealthy companion for your camera or mobile device. The durable aluminum construction helps to fight against RF disturbance.

Utilizing a cardioid polar pattern, the VD-Mic focuses on sounds in front of it while reducing distracting noises behind it. This makes it well suited for use in noisy environments and ambience-heavy spaces.

The VD-Mic has an extended frequency response (100 Hz to 20 kHz) and high sensitivity, allowing it to yield detailed audio whether you're recording dialogue, instruments, or nature sounds.

With no need to change or charge batteries, the VD-Mic runs on plug-in power for enhanced convenience. Record quickly and never miss an important moment.

The VD-Mic is supplied with two 3.5mm cables—one TRS and one TRS to TRRS—to enable proper connectivity with cameras, camcorders, portable audio recorders, smartphones, and tablets. The cables feature a coiled design and right-angle connectors to maintain neatness in operation.

The included Rycote detachable shockmount effectively prevents unwanted vibration noises caused by body movements and device operations.

The artificial fur windshield aids in reducing wind noise while protecting the mic from weather and dust. This is especially helpful when shooting outdoors.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. can I connect this to lightening or USB-C for mobile recording?

A: Yes.

Q: 2. How do you know what to connect where? The 3 ring side or the 2 ring side into the mic or camera?

A: There are two cables included with the Deity Microphones V-Mic D4 Mini Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone. One is 3.5mm TRS to 3.5mm TRS and the other is 3.5mm TRS to 3.5mm TRRS. The TRS connector has two rings and the TRRS connector has three rings. The TRS connectors should be used to connect to the mic output and also to connect to a camera's mic input or to the input on a recorder. The TRRS connector is for use with a mobile device and can be used with adapters to enable compatibility for connection to iOS or Android devices like iPhones, iPads, and other smartphones and tablets.

Q: 3. Is this compatible with Nikon Z6 ?

A: Yes, fully compatible.

Q: 4. I'm looking to save space vertically. (from the mount, upwards) Is this the same size vertically as the D4 DUO?

A: Yes the V-Mic D4 and V-Mic D4 Duo will take up the same amount of verticle space. The Duo is a slighly larger mic though.

Q: 5. David what cable would work for this?

A: This microphone includes a TRS (for most recorders and cameras) cable, and also a TRRS cable (for connection to smartphones, and laptops which use a combination jack for mic/headphones).

Q: 6. Is this just the Duo without the rear facing mic?

A: Correct this is the regular one capsule version.

Q: 7. Is there a deadcat accessory for this mic?

A: There is not a deadbeat that is specifically designed for it, but the Saramonic M3-WS slides right over the Vmic Mini's windscreen and works extremely well.

Q: 8. What is the pinout of this unit with and without the input jack attached? Is the capsule attached to both L, R? Does the input replace the capsule = R? Does it take L, R, or Both on input for the R channel output?

A: When using the Deity Microphones V-Mic D4 Mini Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone on its own, the signal captured by the microphone capsule is sent to both the left and right channels of the 3.5mm output connection. When using the V-Mic D4 Mini with a secondary input source, the microphone signal is allocated to the left channel of the output connection while the secondary source uses the right channel.

Q: 9. I did not receive a user manual for the Vmic mini, How do I connect it or get it to work?

A: There is no manual because it is just as easy as plugging it into your camera, phone or tablet. There are 2 cables included, one TRS output cable for cameras and a TRRS output cable for mobile devices. The TRS output cable has right-angled connectors on both sides, while. the TRRS output cable has right-angled connector for the mic and straight connector to plug into the mobile device.

Q: 10. Does this Synco mic M1s work with a Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra?

A: The Synco Mic-M1S Ultracompact Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone can be used with an Android smart phone as long as you have a 3.5mm to USB-C audio adapter such as BH #SASRC2003.