Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for shotgun microphones.
Whether you're recording live performances, podcasting, or doing voice overs, you'll want to check out these shotgun microphones. They're great for people who want to capture excellent audio. These excellent shotgun microphones are also convenient and straightforward to use. Browse the top-ranked list of shotgun microphones below along with associated reviews and opinions.
Shure - VP83 LensHopper Camera-Mount Condenser Shotgun Microphone
Model: VP83SKU: 6439010Top comment"If you’re looking for a shotgun microphone to attach to your camera, I highly recommend this Shure - VP83 LensHopper Camera-Mount Condenser Shotgun Microphone. ...The Shure - VP83 LensHopper Camera-Mount Condenser Shotgun Microphone is a solid shotgun microphone that is simple and straight forward to use. ...High-quality shotgun mic"
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VP83 LensHopper Camera-Mount Condenser Shotgun MicrophoneTop comment"If you’re looking for a shotgun microphone to attach to your camera, I highly recommend this Shure - VP83 LensHopper Camera-Mount Condenser Shotgun Microphone. ...The Shure - VP83 LensHopper Camera-Mount Condenser Shotgun Microphone is a solid shotgun microphone that is simple and straight forward to use. ...High-quality shotgun mic"
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VP83 LensHopper Camera-Mount Condenser Shotgun MicrophoneSee all Camera MicrophonesRØDE - VideoMic GO On-Camera Shotgun Microphone
Model: VIDEOMIC-GOSKU: 8771086Top comment"Good shotgun mic...Great shotgun mic and works well with go pro, i would recommend it...RODE Shotgun Mic...This is a great shotgun mic with good quality sound."
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Capture crisp audio with this RODE VIDEOMIC-GO on-camera microphone that features a lightweight design for portability and a hot-shoe mount for secure attachment to your camera.Top comment"Good shotgun mic...Great shotgun mic and works well with go pro, i would recommend it...RODE Shotgun Mic...This is a great shotgun mic with good quality sound."
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Capture crisp audio with this RODE VIDEOMIC-GO on-camera microphone that features a lightweight design for portability and a hot-shoe mount for secure attachment to your camera.See all Camera MicrophonesSony - Shotgun Microphone
Model: ECM-GZ1MSKU: 5116102Top comment"Nice Sony Microphone for Sony Camcorder...Good shotgun microphone and the zoom mic feature works really well with the Sony FX-43A camcorder. ...Sony - Shotgun Microphone"
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Capture audio with precision when you attach this Sony gun zoom microphone to your camera. With two different recording modes, this microphone lets you target and adjust your audio range to pick up sound for your video recordings. This Sony gun zoom microphone is powered directly by your camera, eliminating the need for an external power source.Top comment"Nice Sony Microphone for Sony Camcorder...Good shotgun microphone and the zoom mic feature works really well with the Sony FX-43A camcorder. ...Sony - Shotgun Microphone"
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Capture audio with precision when you attach this Sony gun zoom microphone to your camera. With two different recording modes, this microphone lets you target and adjust your audio range to pick up sound for your video recordings. This Sony gun zoom microphone is powered directly by your camera, eliminating the need for an external power source.See all Camera MicrophonesRØDE - VideoMic On-Camera Shotgun Microphone
Model: VIDEOMIC-RSKU: 2921347Top comment"Great VideoMic On-Camera Shotgun Microphone...This is a Great VideoMic On-Camera Shotgun Microphone, if your camera has video recording capabilities....RODE - VideoMic On-Camera Shotgun Microphone, Good product."
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This RODE VideoMic VIDEOMIC-R shotgun microphone is compatible with most consumer video cameras and personal audio recorders and features a Rycote Lyre-based shock-mounting system that helps prevent vibrations and rumbling.Top comment"Great VideoMic On-Camera Shotgun Microphone...This is a Great VideoMic On-Camera Shotgun Microphone, if your camera has video recording capabilities....RODE - VideoMic On-Camera Shotgun Microphone, Good product."
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This RODE VideoMic VIDEOMIC-R shotgun microphone is compatible with most consumer video cameras and personal audio recorders and features a Rycote Lyre-based shock-mounting system that helps prevent vibrations and rumbling.See all Camera MicrophonesSaramonic - On-Camera Mini Shotgun Mic for DSLR, Mirrorless, Video, Smartphones & Tablets (Vmic Mini)
Model: VMICMINISKU: 6357068Top comment"Shotgun mic...Mini shotgun mic...Saramonic On - Camera Mini shotgun Mic is a great plug and go for your camera, easy to use, picks up great sound."
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The Saramonic Vmic Mini is an extremely compact and lightweight mini-shotgun microphone that mounts directly to DSLR, mirrorless, and video cameras and enables you to easily capture broadcast-quality sound. It can also be connected to smartphones and tablets with an included cable and dramatically improves the sound quality of your mobile productions. . . The all metal construction and precision cut body of this microphone is a work of art. The size makes it ideal for use with small format DSLR, Mirrorless and video cameras as well as smaller mobile devices. Its ultra-compact size allows the mic to be placed in areas that larger shogun mics just won’t fit.. . Using the Vmic Mini is incredibly simple. You just plug it in and you’re done. There are no batteries to install or charge, and there are no buttons or switches to operate. It’s truly plug-and-play. A great choice for anyone creating video content on a budget but looking for high-quality gear. Vmic Mini is a lightweight and ultraportable shotgun microphone that will give all of your videos excellent sound.. . A stand out feature of the Vmic Mini design is the unique microphone shockmount. The wiry shockmounts on some competing microphones are flimsy and prone to bending, this can cause some unwanted audio issues and change the way the microphone picks up sound. The integrated shockmount of Vmic Mini is robust and features a sleek, sweeping and stable design. . . An advanced uniquely designed bullet like windscreen is included, giving the Vmic Mini its unique and interesting look. It features a sturdy gasket which aids in blocking wind noise, helps to protect the microphone from things like weather and dust, and keeps it securely fastened in place while on the go.. . Every aspect of the Vmic Mini’s design is top notch, and the built-in locking camera shoe features a metal 1/4 20 tripod thread at the base that gives you near limitless mounting options. Two output cables are included: one that connects to cameras, and another that connects to the headphone jack of smartphones and tablets. Whether you’re shooting with a powerful DSLR, mirrorless, video cam, tablet or a smartphone, the Vmic Mini is a compact and ultraportable shotgun microphone that will give all of your videos excellent sound. .Top comment"Shotgun mic...Mini shotgun mic...Saramonic On - Camera Mini shotgun Mic is a great plug and go for your camera, easy to use, picks up great sound."
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The Saramonic Vmic Mini is an extremely compact and lightweight mini-shotgun microphone that mounts directly to DSLR, mirrorless, and video cameras and enables you to easily capture broadcast-quality sound. It can also be connected to smartphones and tablets with an included cable and dramatically improves the sound quality of your mobile productions. . . The all metal construction and precision cut body of this microphone is a work of art. The size makes it ideal for use with small format DSLR, Mirrorless and video cameras as well as smaller mobile devices. Its ultra-compact size allows the mic to be placed in areas that larger shogun mics just won’t fit.. . Using the Vmic Mini is incredibly simple. You just plug it in and you’re done. There are no batteries to install or charge, and there are no buttons or switches to operate. It’s truly plug-and-play. A great choice for anyone creating video content on a budget but looking for high-quality gear. Vmic Mini is a lightweight and ultraportable shotgun microphone that will give all of your videos excellent sound.. . A stand out feature of the Vmic Mini design is the unique microphone shockmount. The wiry shockmounts on some competing microphones are flimsy and prone to bending, this can cause some unwanted audio issues and change the way the microphone picks up sound. The integrated shockmount of Vmic Mini is robust and features a sleek, sweeping and stable design. . . An advanced uniquely designed bullet like windscreen is included, giving the Vmic Mini its unique and interesting look. It features a sturdy gasket which aids in blocking wind noise, helps to protect the microphone from things like weather and dust, and keeps it securely fastened in place while on the go.. . Every aspect of the Vmic Mini’s design is top notch, and the built-in locking camera shoe features a metal 1/4 20 tripod thread at the base that gives you near limitless mounting options. Two output cables are included: one that connects to cameras, and another that connects to the headphone jack of smartphones and tablets. Whether you’re shooting with a powerful DSLR, mirrorless, video cam, tablet or a smartphone, the Vmic Mini is a compact and ultraportable shotgun microphone that will give all of your videos excellent sound. .See all Camera MicrophonesBOYA - Super Cardioid Directional On Camera Shotgun Microphone Semi-Pro
Model: BY-BM3031SKU: 6395272Top comment"Best value shotgun microphone...Best value shotgun microphone, works great on DSLR cameras for improved sound quality...Boya Shotgun mic"
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The BOYA BY-BM3031 is a supercardioid condenser shotgun microphone that delivers high-quality sound for DSLRs, camcorders, audio recorders and more. It features a three-level gain switch that provides a +20 dB boost, 0 dB unity gain,or -10 dB pad to prevent distortion from audio overload. And also features a switchable high-pass filter at 80 Hz to roll off unwanted low-frequency noise and rumble. The lightweight mic attaches easily to any camera equipped with a 3.5mm microphone jack or to a boom pole,and integrates a built-in shock mount that helps eliminate unnecessary vibrations that create excessive backgound noise.Top comment"Best value shotgun microphone...Best value shotgun microphone, works great on DSLR cameras for improved sound quality...Boya Shotgun mic"
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The BOYA BY-BM3031 is a supercardioid condenser shotgun microphone that delivers high-quality sound for DSLRs, camcorders, audio recorders and more. It features a three-level gain switch that provides a +20 dB boost, 0 dB unity gain,or -10 dB pad to prevent distortion from audio overload. And also features a switchable high-pass filter at 80 Hz to roll off unwanted low-frequency noise and rumble. The lightweight mic attaches easily to any camera equipped with a 3.5mm microphone jack or to a boom pole,and integrates a built-in shock mount that helps eliminate unnecessary vibrations that create excessive backgound noise.See all Camera MicrophonesAudio-Technica - Audio Technica ATR6550x Condenser Shotgun Mic
Model: AUD ATR6550XSKU: 6410432RØDE - VIDEOMIC PRO Compact Shotgun Microphone
Model: VMPRSKU: 4651408Top comment"Good Shotgun Microphone, But A Little Pricey....RODE compact shotgun microphone works as it is intended. I used for a mini video. ...Great Shotgun Microphone for Vlogging...The audio quality of this microphone is great, and it is Made in Australia. Please note that this is NOT A STEREO MICROPHONE, it is a DUAL MONO MICROPHONE, which is a common arrangement in shotgun microphones."
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The RØDE VideoMic Pro is a true shotgun microphone designed for use with camcorders, DSLR cameras and portable audio recorders as a source of primary and reference audio. At the heart of the VideoMic Pro is an all-new 1/2” condenser capsule that provides broadcast-quality audio via a 3.5mm minijack connector (outputting the mono signal to both left and right channels) with an incredibly low self-noise of just 14db. A supercardioid polar pattern ensures that surrounding audio is minimised, and your recording is focused on the subject in front of the camera.Top comment"Good Shotgun Microphone, But A Little Pricey....RODE compact shotgun microphone works as it is intended. I used for a mini video. ...Great Shotgun Microphone for Vlogging...The audio quality of this microphone is great, and it is Made in Australia. Please note that this is NOT A STEREO MICROPHONE, it is a DUAL MONO MICROPHONE, which is a common arrangement in shotgun microphones."
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The RØDE VideoMic Pro is a true shotgun microphone designed for use with camcorders, DSLR cameras and portable audio recorders as a source of primary and reference audio. At the heart of the VideoMic Pro is an all-new 1/2” condenser capsule that provides broadcast-quality audio via a 3.5mm minijack connector (outputting the mono signal to both left and right channels) with an incredibly low self-noise of just 14db. A supercardioid polar pattern ensures that surrounding audio is minimised, and your recording is focused on the subject in front of the camera.See all Camera MicrophonesSony - Digital Shotgun Microphone
Model: ECMB1MSKU: 6433420Top comment"Excellent mic without needing audio cable for a7s3...Awesome shotgun mic, and doesn't need audio cable is a plus, and the clearity of this mic is great...BEST MIC OUT...Sounds amazing too. GET THIS MIC"
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Eight high-performance mic capsules and advanced digital signal processing provide three selectable directivity patterns in one compact microphone of approximately 99.3mm (4 inches) in length with Super-directional pick up; when connected to the Alpha 7R IV via its Multi Interface Shoe with digital audio interface support, audio is directly transferred to the camera in digital form so that the highest possible quality is achieved without noise or degradationTop comment"Excellent mic without needing audio cable for a7s3...Awesome shotgun mic, and doesn't need audio cable is a plus, and the clearity of this mic is great...BEST MIC OUT...Sounds amazing too. GET THIS MIC"
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Eight high-performance mic capsules and advanced digital signal processing provide three selectable directivity patterns in one compact microphone of approximately 99.3mm (4 inches) in length with Super-directional pick up; when connected to the Alpha 7R IV via its Multi Interface Shoe with digital audio interface support, audio is directly transferred to the camera in digital form so that the highest possible quality is achieved without noise or degradationSee all Camera MicrophonesRØDE - VIDEOMIC GO II Lightweight Directional Microphone
Model: VMGOIISKU: 6498155Top comment"Small and Compact Shotgun Mic...Need a small shotgun microphone? Grab this and attach it to your hotshoe and plug it in to start recording sound...Works well for a shotgun microphone...I was looking for a shotgun mic. And, watching reviews (inside the store!)"
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The RØDE VideoMic GO II is a versatile and lightweight shotgun microphone that excels in a range of recording applications. It features a 3.5mm TRS output for use with a camera, plus a digital USB output for recording with mobile devices and computers. It delivers crisp, clear, directional sound, making it ideal for filmmaking and vlogging, and is also fully compatible with the RØDE Connect podcasting and streaming software for Mac and PC. When used in USB mode, the 3.5mm output doubles as a headphone output for easy monitoring and playback. As Simple as Plug and Go. The VideoMic GO II has no complicated controls or switches and requires no batteries to operate, so you can get recording in seconds. It connects seamlessly to cameras, computers, smartphones and tablets, giving you instant professional audio with minimal fuss – just pick it up, plug it in and go.Top comment"Small and Compact Shotgun Mic...Need a small shotgun microphone? Grab this and attach it to your hotshoe and plug it in to start recording sound...Works well for a shotgun microphone...I was looking for a shotgun mic. And, watching reviews (inside the store!)"
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The RØDE VideoMic GO II is a versatile and lightweight shotgun microphone that excels in a range of recording applications. It features a 3.5mm TRS output for use with a camera, plus a digital USB output for recording with mobile devices and computers. It delivers crisp, clear, directional sound, making it ideal for filmmaking and vlogging, and is also fully compatible with the RØDE Connect podcasting and streaming software for Mac and PC. When used in USB mode, the 3.5mm output doubles as a headphone output for easy monitoring and playback. As Simple as Plug and Go. The VideoMic GO II has no complicated controls or switches and requires no batteries to operate, so you can get recording in seconds. It connects seamlessly to cameras, computers, smartphones and tablets, giving you instant professional audio with minimal fuss – just pick it up, plug it in and go.See all Condenser Microphones