Godox VDS-M3 Rechargeable Supercardioid Condenser Shotgun Microphone

The Godox VDS-M3 is a shotgun microphone suitable for film, video, interviews and documentary work. The mic provides a smart feature set that allows you to tailor your sound, offering an XLR output plus a built-in rechargeable battery which powers the mic for up to 220 hours when a 48V phantom-power source is unavailable.

Godox VDS-M3 Rechargeable Supercardioid Condenser Shotgun Microphone

Key Features

Suitable for Videos, Documentaries & Interviews
Includes Mount for Boom Pole or Stand
Supercardioid Picks Up Less Background
High-Frequency Boost
High-Pass Filter at 75 Hz
-10 dB Pad
XLR Output, Runs on 48V or Battery
Up to 220 Hours on Rechargeable Battery
Includes USB Type-C Charging Cable
Includes Foam Windscreen

Godox M3 Overview

The Godox VDS-M3 is a shotgun microphone suitable for film, video, interviews and documentary work. The mic provides a smart feature set that allows you to tailor your sound, offering an XLR output plus a built-in rechargeable battery which powers the mic for up to 220 hours when a 48V phantom-power source is unavailable.
The mic features a supercardioid pickup pattern that focuses audio capture on the subject and reduces unwanted background sound, while engaging the -10 dB pad allows the mic to handle louder sources. Unwanted low-end rumbles can be reduced via the high-pass filter with settings at 75 Hz, while the high-frequency boost switch can be engaged to add presence for more intelligible dialog. The VDS-M3 mounts to a boom pole or stand via the included adjustable bracket, which can pivot 270° for optimal positioning. An included foam windscreen helps further reduce noise, and a USB charging cable is also supplied.

Features at a Glance
Featuring a highly directional pickup pattern with a super flat response and low self-noise, the VDS-M3 is designed to deliver clear, natural sound, without any coloration.
The supercardioid pickup pattern helps to focus audio capture on the subject, reducing unwanted background noise.
Useful and convenient features to help you get high-quality recordings include: a high-pass filter, -10 dB pad, high-frequency boost, and LED status indicators.
The included foam windscreen aids in reducing wind noise while protecting the mic from weather and dust.
The mic is powered via 48V phantom power or by its built-in rechargeable battery for up to 220 hours on a single charge.
The mic's XLR output is compatible with a wide range of professional audio gear.
A directional microphone mount with a 270° adjustable angle is supplied for stand and boom pole mounting.

What's In the Box

Godox VDS-M3 Rechargeable Supercardioid Condenser Shotgun Microphone
Adjustable Mounting Bracket
Foam Windscreen
USB-Type C Cable
Limited 2-Year Godox SA Warranty

Godox M3 Specs

Microphone
Primary Applications                               Podcast, Web-Streaming, Recording to Mobile Device, ENG (Electronic News Gathering), Audio for Video, Location Sound
Form Factor                                               Camera-Mount
Intended Sound Sources                         Vocals, Speech/Voice Over, Instrument
Sound Field                                                Mono
Capsule                                                        1 x Electret Condenser
Polar Pattern                                              Supercardioid
Orientation                                                 End Address
Circuitry                                                      Solid-State
Pad                                                               -10 dB
High-Pass Filter                                        75 Hz
Tone Adjustment                                       High Boost
Gain Adjustment                                       Yes
Indicators                                                   1 x Green/Red Single LED (Battery, Power)
1 x Green Single LED (Status)
On-Board Controls                                   Gain/Sensitivity, High-Pass Filter, Presence Boost
Windscreen Foam                                    (Included)
Performance
Frequency Range                                      20 Hz to 20 kHz
Impedance                                                  200 Ohms
Sensitivity                                                  -37 dBV/Pa
Signal-to-Noise Ratio                               75 dB
Connectivity
Output Connectors                    (Analog) 1 x XLR 3-Pin Male (on Mic)
Headphone Connector             None
Power
Operating Voltage                      48 V
Battery Type                                1 x Built-In (Included)
Battery Chemistry                      Lithium-Ion
Battery Capacity                         2000 mAh
Approximate Battery Life         25 Hours
Physical
Colour                                        Black
Mounting                                  Boom pole, Floor Mic Stand (with Included Hardware)
Mounting Thread Size            Not Specified by Manufacturer
Included Case                          None
Included Filters                       None
Construction Material            Metal
Operating Temperature         14 to 122°F / -10 to 50°C
Dimensions                              ø: 2.2 x L: 27.8 cm
Weight                                       183 g (Microphone, with Mount)