Price: $269.00
(as of Apr 28, 2025 07:40:09 UTC – Details)
Rode NTG2 Condenser Shotgun Microphone.
Premium dual-powered shotgun microphone
Operates from either P48 phantom power or AA battery
Low noise and full frequency response
Highly directional
High-pass filter (80Hz)
Lightweight and easy to use
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Customers say
Customers praise the microphone’s sound quality, particularly its ability to muffle background noises and capture voices at normal room volume, while also appreciating its functionality, with one customer noting it works well with Canon XA-30 video cameras. Moreover, they find it reliable and good value for money, especially for low-budget productions, and like its AA battery power option. Additionally, the design receives positive feedback, with one customer highlighting its leather case. However, the noise level receives mixed reviews, with some customers reporting floor noise issues.
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Kamel –
Exceptional mic, as I expected!
**** WARRANTY CAUTION ****This does not impact my rating because it is seller related, but I wanted others to know.I purchased this from seller “Kellards” as a used unit. The description says “Minor Dented Box. Full manufactures Warranty 100% CUSTOMER SATISFACTION”. I interpreted (rightly so in my eyes) “full manufacturer warranty” as meaning the full 10 year warranty was included. You get a 1 year warranty regardless, but if you register through Rode’s website, you get a 10 year warranty.While trying to register, I was unable to find Kellards as an authorized dealer. I contacted Rode support to see what the deal was and if I could get the warranty. I was instructed by Rode to select the seller as amazon.com. I did so and completed my registration. I do not know if this was a special privilege they extended because I was contacting them concerned or if it’s just “the way” to do it. I do know that the website is very specific about selecting the particular vendor when buying from amazon while registering.In my case, I’ve printed and documented everything just in case my mic fails past the 1 year warranty and they try to claim I didn’t buy it from an authorized retailer. I want you guys to be aware so that if you’re very concerned about getting the 10 year warranty and you don’t buy directly from amazon, you can at least know that’s something you will want to research prior to your purchase. You can contact Rode by going to their website at rodemic.com (where you register for your warranty).On to your regularly scheduled review.**** END CAUTION ****This microphone is worlds better than my prior shotgun mic the Azden SGM-1X. The frequency response is so realistic, and it’s not missing the mid-highs that some of the other cheaper shotgun mics are (this is considered a cheap shotgun mic for those wondering… not talking about the sub-$100 pieces of trash).I have no problems with the mic, and I’m glad I got it. I don’t know if I can really add to what’s already been said. I can confirm the mic clip it comes with is crazy snug (feels like I was going to break something the first time the mic in the clip). I can also confirm it works good with phantom power and with a battery. I noticed about a 12db gain using 48v phantom power with my unit. Not sure if they are all like that, but good to know if you’re having trouble with getting good enough volume out of it.This mic does pair well with the zoom h4n, but expect to have to boost your levels by up to 24db in post to get usable audio if you’re booming from more than a foot away from the actor’s mouth (!Note! This is true for basically all shotgun microphones with the zoom h4n and not exclusive to the rode NTG-2). I strongly recommend using a preamp with this microphone, such as the ART USB preamp. Matter of fact, I’d recommend first getting this microphone with the ART USB preamp, then connecting it directly to your camera through the preamp. Then get the H4N when the funds are available if you are using this primarily for DSLR/dual system filming like myself.Remember that if there is ANY breeze at all (you can feel the air moving, any) it will be picked up with the included windscreen. A deadcat is a must. I couldn’t afford one at the time of purchase and thought I could get away with an outside shoot without it… I turned out to be wrong sadly, a lot of the audio was unusable and being a live event there were no retakes. Don’t make my same mistake!Hope this helps somebody! 🙂
SanNic44 –
Strong Mic, Great Price!
The Rode NTG-2 is now part of my location recording rig that also includes the Rode Blimp suspension system and the Roe boom pole. My video shows the microphone, blimp, and pole as part of the introduction and then the whole rig used to gather some sound. (For an HD version of the video, see my YouTube channel, lenswork4.) No editing of the sound was conducted as part of the video; it is presented exactly as recorded by the mic directly into my Canon XF100 camera. In the video, you’ll see the unit in the frame picking up sound from a helicopter on a breezy day, then a few other examples indoors and out. The NTG-2 itself is an excellent mic for recording location sound. It’s pick-up pattern is focused enough to use for interviews where you may not be able to control all surrounding noise. You can keep it focused on your subject, especially with the Blimp GREATLY reducing wind noise. I’m now using it to gather “wild” sound to build a library of sound effects used in my productions as well as to improve the quality of my location interviews. The mic also offers dual power, either through the XLR cable or via a AA battery. I highly recommend this entire outfit for its reasonable price, good performance, and as a great way to improve your videos by getting better audio.
John Lewis –
Hard to go wrong with Rode
Works great and picks up excellent sound, as most booms/shotguns should do, but it’s hard to beat Rode quality and build.
Eric H. –
Great Starter Mic, Would Highly Recommend
Bought this back in November but I’m writing this review in April because I wanted to get deeper than first impressions. Additionally, my comments here will be directed at people on the “prosumer” level since it’s likely that veterans of audio recording already know what they’re looking for and where to find it.I bought this as a journalism student, looking for his first microphone to gather broadcast-quality clips in the field. I use it with a GLS XLR male – XLR female cable to record into a Zoom H5.Physical Product:-As you’d expect for something in this price range, it’s immediately more solid and hefty in the hand than something like a USB mic. Even if you won’t spend much time looking at it, the matte black coating and small design details (black screws instead of silver) make this a beautiful product.-Unfortunately, the mechanical bass roll-off switch (that allows you to avoid low background noise like the hum that comes from machinery) is not flush with the surface of the mic, but recessed a few millimeters. I understand they didn’t want you to accidentally bump it while recording, but this way you need a paperclip, toothpick, or pen to reach in and flip it. I would have liked to seen the switch much shallower so you could use your fingernail. As it is, simply keep a paperclip in your recording bag.-This is a phantom-power mic and if you don’t want it to draw power from your recorder (in my case, a Zoom H5,) you can use a AA battery in the mic. Another complaint I have here is that there is no on/off switch, nor can you quickly remove the battery. This means that if you want to conserve your AA between clips, you have to unplug your XLR cable, unscrew the battery housing in the bottom half, remove your battery, and close it back up. It’s a rather inelegant process for what is otherwise a very neat product.Sound:-This is where my complaints largely end and my praise begins in earnest. For this middling price (between clearly amateur or clearly professional equipment) you get a VERY clean sound. Like any other piece of AV equipment, the more you practice, the better the sound.-Mic proximity is important: you want to hit a sweet spot between being too close (and getting boomy, right-in-your-ear sound) and too far (like hearing a voice through a pillow.)-Do not hand-hold this mic! You’ll hear the movements of your fingers over its body no matter how careful you are (doubly so if you’re taking this out into the field and moving about.) Whether you buy a shockmount system or mount it to a boom/mic stand, get separation between you and this mic.-If you envision yourself recording intimate clips in small rooms or doing voice-over, you may want to consider another microphone. This has a supercardioid polar pattern, meaning that it proficiently isolates noises off to the side, but will pick up everything in front (and slightly behind) of it. In small rooms, this means an echo (their voice as it travels to the mic, then again as it bounces off the wall behind them and hits the mic once more.) You can technically treat your room to reduce this or record in your closet, surrounded by clothes to dampen the echo, but you’ll still get a quiet hiss and you’d be better off choosing the right gear in the first place. Instead, buy this microphone if you will be going outside and want to clearly hear what someone has to say at a farmer’s market.There are very easily better mics within a few hundred dollars, but for its price the NTG2 does more than its job. For people that are looking to seriously get better at AV, I’d recommend using this mic as an affordable launching point to learning solid audio recording techniques. Did I mention you get an awesome sticker?
Meg50 –
For years, I used a couple of Beyer shotgun mics for filming which were brilliant. Of course, they were very expensive but `you get what you pay for’. When I looked for a new mic the budget didn’t stretch to the £500 – £800 mark so decided to buy the Rode having been impressed with the brand in the past. I am not kidding, I prefer the Rode! It handles sound beautifully, is extremely directional while eliminating unwanted noise and performs faultlessly in many challenging conditions. Yes, there is handling noise so you have to be a little careful to mount it in such a way that this doesn’t interfere with you recordings, but that’s a small issue and common with more expensive products too. Comes with a foam sock, mount and ten year warranty…which is amazing when you think about the cost you’re paying. I’ve always considered mics an inexact science as there are so many variables. But this Rode mic proves that broadcast quality is available for £150 and I would, without hesitation, buy another. Just a note…buy the NT2 if you can. For the small additional amount, the battery option gives true flexibility.
Mario –
Dieses Mikrofon ist ideal für meine Anwendungen im Video Bereich. Sehr guter eher Basslastiger Ton den ich aber wünsche. Bestes Preis Leistungsverhältnis !
Amazon Customer –
Built like a tank! Works great.
AMAURI MEIRA –
Dentro dos padrões de microfone para a categoria que representa, atendendo as expectativas de forma geral.
Erick Gonzalez –
Mi especialidad NO es el audio, asi que probablemente no sea la mejor rese̱a, pero al graba Spots el microfono se porto a la altura.Fue conectado a un cable xrl Рtascam y montado en una ca̱a y luce muy profesional.Recomendaria comprar el accesorio para el viento si el uso sera en exterior.100% recomendado