After several months of use, I can confidently say this device has become a permanent fixture on my desk—and not just because I’m too busy to unplug it. The voice dictation works impressively well, saving both time and keyboard wear, while the video quality is sharp enough to make even Monday morning Zoom calls look respectable.
Whether you’re conferencing or simply attempting to look professional from your home office, the performance is consistently reliable. As someone with over 25–30 years in the IT industry, I don’t hand out praise lightly—but in this case, it’s well deserved.
In short, this is an excellent choice for everyday office use. Logitech continues its long-standing tradition of delivering quality products—thankfully, without requiring an IT support ticket to get started.
If only every piece of tech behaved this well, IT departments everywhere could finally take a proper coffee break.
Rode VideoMic GO II Ultracompact Analog/USB Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
The VideoMic GO II is designed to make capturing incredible audio incredibly easy. Ultra-lightweight and compact, with powerful features that are simple to use, it is perfect for all forms of content creation with a camera, smartphone or tablet, or computer. It’s time to take your content to the next level.
Key Features:
- Broadcast-quality compact shotgun microphone
- Ultra-lightweight (just 89 grams)
- No battery required and no complicated switching – incredibly easy to use
- 3.5mm TRS output for use with cameras
- USB output for use with mobile devices (iOS and Android) and computers (macOS and Windows)
- Compatible with RØDE apps for accessing advanced features, powerful digital signal processing and studio-quality recording on any device
Incredible Sound with Ease
You don’t need to be an audio expert to get incredible sound. The VideoMic GO II does all the hard work for you. Featuring the same annular line tube technology as our VideoMic NTG and NTG5 microphones, it delivers rich, full-bodied audio that is perfect for a wide range of recording applications. It is a highly directional microphone, meaning it focuses on what you have it pointed at while reducing background noise, giving you crystal-clear, professional sound with ease.
The VideoMic GO II also comes with a high-quality windshield for capturing clean recordings outdoors and reducing plosives, plus a professional shockmount for superior absorption of handling noise.
Small but Mighty
Weighing in at just 89 grams, the VideoMic GO II is compact and lightweight enough to take with you wherever you go. Perfect for use with compact cameras, mobile recording rigs, or on a desktop as a USB microphone for capturing high-quality audio anywhere.
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.
One Mic For All Your Devices
The VideoMic GO II is designed to suit the diverse needs of today’s content creators, offering universal compatibility with all your devices*.
Use it with your camera in the field. Use it with your smartphone or tablet for crystal-clear recording on the go. Use it as a desktop USB mic for podcasting, gaming and livestreaming, or video calls. Incredible versatility for maximum creativity.
*Additional cables required for connecting the VideoMic GO II to computers and mobile devices via USB – USB-C devices: SC16, SC17, SC18; iOS (Lightning) devices: SC15, SC19.
Supercharged with USB Power
Plugging the VideoMic GO II into your computer turns it into a fully functional USB microphone – perfect for anything from podcasting to video calls and voice overs to streaming. This groundbreaking patent-pending technology makes the VideoMic GO II unlike any other microphone in its class. When used in USB mode, the 3.5mm output doubles as a headphone output for easy audio monitoring and playback of your recordings.
Specifications
Microphone
| Primary Applications | Audio for Video |
| Form Factor | Camera-Mount / Shotgun Mic |
| Intended Sound Sources | Speech/Voice Over, Room Ambiance |
| Sound Field | Mono |
| Operating Principle | Pressure Gradient |
| Capsule | Electret Condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Supercardioid |
| Orientation | End Address |
| Circuitry | Solid-State |
| Pad | None |
| High-Pass Filter | None |
| Tone Adjustment | None |
| Gain Adjustment | None |
| Indicators | 1 x Blue Single LED (Power) |
| On-Board Controls | None |
| Windscreen | Foam (Included) |
Performance
| Frequency Range | 20 Hz to 20 kHz |
| Maximum SPL | 110 dB SPL |
| Impedance | 2.2 Kilohms |
| Sensitivity | -31 dBV at 1 kHz |
| Dynamic Range | 95 dB A-Weighted |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 79 dB A-Weighted |
| Equivalent Noise Level | 15 dB A-Weighted |
Connectivity
| Output Connectors (Analog) | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Female (on Mic) |
| Output Connectors (Digital) | 1 x USB-C Female (on Mic) |
| Headphone Connector | None |
| Wireless Connectivity | None |
| Bluetooth | None |
Digital Audio
| A/D Conversion | 24-Bit |
| Sample Rate | 48 kHz |
| OS Compatibility | Android Windows iOS macOS *As of January, 2022: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility |
Power
| Bus Power | USB |
| Operating Voltage | 2 to 5 V (Plug-In Power) 5 V (USB Bus Power) |
Physical
| Color | Black |
| Mounting | Camera/Shoe-Mount, Shockmount (Included) |
| Mounting Thread Size | 3/8"-16 Female |
| Included Case | None |
| Included Filters | None |
| Dimensions | ø: 0.9 x L: 4.7" / ø: 21.6 x L: 120 mm (Microphone) H: 3.4 x W: 2.8 x L: 5.9" / H: 86 x W: 70 x L: 150 mm (with Mount, with Windscreen) |
| Weight | 1.2 oz / 33 g (Microphone) 3.4 oz / 96 g (with Mount, with Windscreen) |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight | 0.505 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.4 x 4.7 x 3.3" |
