Rode VideoMic Pro+
External Microphones

VideoMic Pro+

Rode

Released Sep 1, 2017 · Analysis updated Jun 26, 2026

Capture clear audio with this easy-to-use, lightweight microphone offering flexible power and a safety channel. The Rode VideoMic Pro+ scores 87/100 based on 11 expert reviews in the external microphones category. Coverage includes reviews from Cgmagonline, Musiciannerd, Techgeartalk, and Microphonegeeks.

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87

based on 11 expert reviews

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Pros

  • Great sound quality(8)
  • Easy to use(6)
  • Lightweight design(4)
  • Multiple power options(3)
  • Safety channel(3)

Cons

  • High price(3)

11 Publication Reviews

100
Established publication09/2021

AI summary of this review

The Rode VideoMic Pro+ is an excellent on-camera shotgun microphone that delivers outstanding audio quality with multiple professional features, making it a dream to use for content creators.

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95
Independent publication03/2022

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The Rode VideoMic Pro+ is one of the best, generally affordable on-camera shotgun microphones the market has to offer.

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92
Independent publication01/2018

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The VideoMic Pro+ is an outstanding choice for professional quality audio, building on the great qualities of the VideoMic Pro with added functionality.

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88
Independent publication04/2022

AI summary of this review

Rode VideoMic Pro Plus is an enhanced version of the VideoMic Pro, offering superior directionality and sound quality, though at a premium price point.

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88
Independent publication06/2024

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The Rode VideoMic Pro+ is a versatile and high-performing microphone that caters to the needs of modern content creators with its advanced features and excellent sound quality.

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85
Established publication11/2017

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The reviewer is absolutely in love with the Rode VideoMic Pro+, praising its versatility, ease of use, and new features, and sees himself using it for many years to come.

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85
Independent publication05/2018

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The Rode VideoMic Pro+ is a great choice and photographer-friendly, simple to use yet still offers enough control to ensure that it will instantly elevate your audio to give your videos a professional...

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85
Independent publication07/2024

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Overall, the Pro+ is a good quality on-camera microphone. It's a bit more convenient and practical than the original Pro as it saves time when shooting.

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82
Independent publication

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Rode took a swing at updating their standard camera mounted shotgun mic, the VideoMic Pro. The new VideoMic Pro + offers more than just a + added to the end of the model name. Rode updated this mic wi...

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78
Independent publication

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Many users of the Rode VideoMic Pro+ On-Camera Shotgun Microphone have praised its overall performance and audio quality.

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75
Independent publication09/2017

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I was pretty impressed with how this sounded in this situation.

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