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VP83 Camera Mount Shotgun Microphone

The Shure VP83 LensHopper™ is an ultra-compact, rugged shotgun microphone designed to easily capture detailed, high-definition audio with DSLR cameras and camcorders.

Best suited to: Vocals

Condenser Supercardioid

The Shure VP83 LensHopper™ is an ultra-compact, rugged shotgun microphone designed to easily capture detailed, high-definition audio with DSLR cameras and camcorders. Easily accessible controls for low-cut filter and three-position gain enable adjustments for different recording environments.
Features

Exceptional Audio Performance with Easy-to-Use Controls

  • Detailed, high-definition audio with full low-end response for professional results every time.
  • High sensitivity and low self-noise with wide frequency range for natural audio reproduction.
  • Highly directional supercardioid/lobar polar pattern rejects unwanted off-axis audio while clearly capturing the intended sound source.
  • Superior RF immunity to avoid against unwanted audio artifacts from cellular and RF devices.
  • Easily accessible controls at the back of the microphone including:

    • Three-position gain (-10 dB pad, 0¬, +20 dB boost) to compensate for different recording environments
    • Low-cut filter to eliminate distracting background noise and room ambience (also controls on/off function)
  • 130 hours of battery life from 1 AA alkaline battery (included).

Durable, Lightweight All-In-One Solution

  • Integrated Rycote® Lyre® shock mounting system for robust isolation from vibration and mechanical noise. Exclusively developed with Rycote® for the VP83.
  • Ultra-lightweight yet durable, all-metal construction designed to legendary Shure quality standards.
  • Integrated 3.5 mm audio connector for quick connection to camera or recording device.
  • Standard size shoe mount with a 1/4” threaded base for both on camera use, or easy mounting on a stand.
  • Includes foam windscreen to reduce unwanted wind noise without effecting sound quality. Windjammer® fur accessory available separately.