AGENDA NEWS Rode revamps lightweight shotgun
Aussie audio leader Rode has revamped its popular camera-top VideoMic Go shotgun mic to the Mark II version. It offers great sound quality, while being very simple to use – and a few new tricks make it more versatile. It uses the latest acoustic design, first introduced with the VideoMic NTG and NTG5 shotgun microphones, for rich
and full-bodied sound. This can be outputted via a 3.5mm TRS output for cameras and USB-C for smartphones, tablets and computers. It weighs just 89g/0.2lb, uses no
batteries and has no external switches or controls – keeping things simple. When used in USB mode, the 3.5mm port functions as a headphone output for zero-latency audio monitoring and playback – turning the VideoMic Go II into a fully-featured USB mic. It’s ideal for use with compact cameras, smartphone recording rigs or as a desktop USB microphone. It comes with a professional-grade shock mount and windshield, and has a rugged all-metal body. Connecting the £99/$99 VideoMic Go II to a smartphone, tablet or computer via USB delivers features via the Rode app suite. Rode Central is a desktop and mobile companion app, that gives access to a high-pass filter, high-frequency boost, pad and complete control over the input and headphone output level. Rode Connect is the company’s free podcasting and streaming software, while the Reporter app for iOS and Android devices gives pro-level recording on smartphones. Rode has also released a single set version of the Wireless Go II microphone system, offering the same form factor and features, but with one transmitter instead of two. Since its release, the Wireless Go II has been upgraded several times, with firmware and software updates unlocking compatibility with Rode Connect software. This makes it the first wireless mic system of its kind to be fully integrated with podcasting software. Also added is a standalone recording function, turning the Wireless Go II into a standalone field recorder rode.com
GO-GETTER Rode’s VideoMic Go II uses the latest audio technology from the firm’s NTG5 and VideoMic NTG mics for even better sound quality – and it now has USB-C
Sachtler has beefed up its range of Aktiv fluid heads, with the new 10T, 12T and 14T accepting heavier payloads of up to 16kg/35.3lb. The revolutionary heads – which won in the Pro Moviemaker Gear of the Year Awards 2021 – use quick-release technology to allow operators to mount, level and lock the head in seconds. And switch quickly from tripod, slider or handheld. The Aktiv12T and 14T heads have a greater payload range and more counterbalance steps than the DV 12 and Video 15 heads. All the Aktiv heads feature 15 steps of counterbalance and seven steps of drag. The 100mm range starts at £2150/$2688. sachtler.com HEAVY-DUTY SACHTLER
DUAL RAWOPTION FOR SONY FX6
Both the recorders allow Sony’s FX3 and FX6 to use HDMI, with resolutions up to 4.2K and 60fps. The Ninja V+ Pro Kit comes with an SDI module, which also enables Raw support for 4K up to 120fps. atomos.com
Sony’s FX6 full-frame cinema camera will be able to record ProRes Raw over HDMI to the Atomos Ninja V and Ninja V+ monitor/recorders, due to a forthcoming firmware update. It’s the first time a camera can use both SDI and HDMI Raw recording options.
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