Shure VP83F LensHopper Camera-Mount Condenser Microphone w/ Integrated Flash Recording

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With its rugged build, true-to-life audio quality, and intuitive design, the VP83F LensHopper™ delivers the perfect blend of form and function. For use with DSLR cameras and HD camcorders, it offers digital flash recording/playback (MicroSDHC) capabilities that enable WAV file capture at 24-bit/48 kHz sampling rate.

This compact shotgun microphone features detailed, high-definition audio with full low-end response for professional results every time. The intuitive menu and one-button recording function make it fast and easy to use in almost any environment.

Features:

• Exceptional Audio Performance with Integrated Flash Recording:
  • Integrated digital flash recording (MicroSDHC, up to 32 GB) for WAV file capture at 24-bit / 48 kHz sampling rate
  • Dedicated headphone audio output for real-time headphone monitoring
  • High sensitivity and low self-noise with wide frequency range for natural audio reproduction
  • Highly directional supercardioid / lobar polar pattern that rejects unwanted off-axis audio while clearly capturing the intended sound source
  • Superior RF immunity that avoids unwanted audio artifacts from cellular and RF devices
  • Easily accessible MicroSD card slot that allows quick "pop-out" card access
• Intuitive Menu and Controls:
  • Easy-to-read, back-lit LCD screen that displays audio and battery metering, track information, headphone volume, mic gain, low-cut filter, and remaining recording time
  • Five-position joystick that provides advanced user controls for headphone monitoring, low-cut filter and mic gain adjustments, track management, and playback support
  • One-touch record button that facilitates fast audio capture and allows for pausing and stopping
  • Adjustable user gain (up to 60 dB in 1 dB increments) for fine-tuning audio
• Durable and Lightweight:
  • Integrated Rycote Lyre® shock mounting system that provides robust isolation from vibration and mechanical noise (exclusively developed with Rycote for the VP83F)
  • Durable, all-metal construction that meets legendary Shure quality standards in a lightweight design

The VP83F includes:

• 2 AA alkaline batteries for 10 hours of battery life in Record mode
• Detachable 3.5 mm gold-plated audio connector output cable
• Standard size shoe mount with a 1/4" threaded base for on-camera use or easy mounting on a stand
• Foam windscreen (Windjammer® available separately)

• Type: Electret condenser
• Polar Pattern: Supercardioid/lobar
• Frequency Response: 50-20,000 Hz
• Output Impedance:
  • Camera: 47 Ω
  • Headphones: 5 Ω
• Connector Type:
  • Camera: 3.5 mm (1/8") dual mono, unbalanced
  • Headphones: 3.5 mm (1/8") dual mono
• Power Requirements: (2) AA batteries (Alkaline, NiMH, Lithium)
• Battery Life: 10 hours (record mode) from (2) AA Alkaline batteries
• Construction: Die-cast metal alloy body, satin-black finish
• Weight: 7.6 oz | 215 g