VideoMic GO II

Name: RODE VideoMic GO II
Brand: RODE
Rating: 88 (5 reviews)

Released Jan 1, 2022 · Analysis updated Jun 26, 2026

Lightweight, battery-free shotgun microphone with versatile connectivity and sturdy build for convenient recording. The RODE VideoMic GO II scores 88/100 based on 5 expert reviews in the external microphones category. Coverage includes reviews from Futuremusic, Laptopmag, Musictech, and Premiumbeat.

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Pros

Lightweight design(3)
No battery required(2)
Versatile connectivity(2)

Cons

Lacks physical gain control on the device(2)

5 Expert Reviews

Independent publication03/2022

Independent publicationMar 10, 2022

Røde’s VideoMic Go II is a winner, offering a fresh approach to a market need that pushes the microphone into new applications and territories.

Major publication01/2022

Major publicationJan 11, 2022

Rode has hit a home run with the VideoMic Go II, offering excellent audio quality, durability, and a powerful free software suite at an affordable price.

Established publication02/2022

Established publicationFeb 24, 2022

RØDE’s VideoMic GO II is a significant update to the company’s portable video microphone that hugely broadens its appeal to content creators.

Independent publication09/2022

Independent publicationSep 21, 2022

The Rode VideoMic Go II is a well-built and reliable budget microphone that delivers crisp audio and impressive versatility via its USB-C port and accompanying software.

Independent publication

The RØDE VideoMic GO II is a budget-friendly, versatile all-around mic that is a no-brainer for most kits, though it lacks the clarity and features of the more expensive VideoMic NTG.